WTW
Pharmacy Consultant, Lead Associate
WTW, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Description
Willis Towers Watson is looking for an energetic individual with growth, pharmacy, clinical and client facing expertise to join our growing team. As a Pharmacy Lead Associate you will be at the forefront of managing pharmacy benefits projects for large, complex clients and leverage your experience as a pharmacy benefits expert to make recommendations on plan design and management. You will participate in new business activities and the creation of new intellectual capital. You will position yourself to grow into a senior relationship management and/or leadership role by serving as the pivotal point on all projects and working alongside industry experts on cutting edge solutions. The ideal candidate is a patient-centric problem solver who possesses the ability to balance client clinical needs and business growth. You will collaborate with a strong team of highly experienced consultants within the practice as well as engage in cross-functional activities. A pharmacist is strongly preferred but not required.
Responsibilities:
Provide value-added consulting expertise on large, sophisticated Pharmacy benefit projects including:
Pharmacy benefit plan analysis, design and cost savings strategies
Pharmacy Benefits Manager (PBM) vendor procurement and negotiation
Audits of PBM performance (financial and operational)
Strategy for Specialty pharmacy products
Evaluation of onsite pharmacies at client locations
Serve as lead day to day contact for clients; materially contribute to project plan creation and lead the team on delivery; ensure progress against established objectives, budgets, timelines, deliverables and quality standards
Support the generation of new business by participating in prospecting opportunities with new clients as part of a broader team
Build relationships internally and collaborate effectively on cross-functional teams
Review analytical work, mentor and develop Analysts and Senior Analysts
Contribute to the development of new intellectual capital
Contribute pharmacy and related perspectives to broader health and benefits projects including health management strategy
Qualifications
The Requirements:
PharmD or RPh designation
5+ years’ experience and success in the design/management of large group pharmacy benefit plans gained in a consulting, brokerage or carrier/pharmacy benefit manager environment
Proven experience creating project plans and successfully leading teams in execution of the project against plan guidelines
Demonstrated success in managing client issues and relationships
Desire and ability to expand relationships with current clients
Polished and well developed oral and written communication skills
Self-starter attitude and ability to work individually and as part of a team
Flexibility and proven ability to identify and resolve issues
Strong analytical, creative and integrative skills
Experience in training/mentoring junior staff
Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel and PowerPoint
Availability to travel on an as needed basis
Bachelor’s degree required, preferably with significant quantitative coursework
State Life and Health license required within 90 days of joining
CEBS designation desired
This will be working remotely within the posted locations
Note: Employment-based non-immigrant visa sponsorship and/or assistance is not offered for this specific job opportunity.
This position will remain posted for a minimum of three business days from the date posted or until sufficient/appropriate candidate slate has been identified.
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Willis Towers Watson is looking for an energetic individual with growth, pharmacy, clinical and client facing expertise to join our growing team. As a Pharmacy Lead Associate you will be at the forefront of managing pharmacy benefits projects for large, complex clients and leverage your experience as a pharmacy benefits expert to make recommendations on plan design and management. You will participate in new business activities and the creation of new intellectual capital. You will position yourself to grow into a senior relationship management and/or leadership role by serving as the pivotal point on all projects and working alongside industry experts on cutting edge solutions. The ideal candidate is a patient-centric problem solver who possesses the ability to balance client clinical needs and business growth. You will collaborate with a strong team of highly experienced consultants within the practice as well as engage in cross-functional activities. A pharmacist is strongly preferred but not required.
Responsibilities:
Provide value-added consulting expertise on large, sophisticated Pharmacy benefit projects including:
Pharmacy benefit plan analysis, design and cost savings strategies
Pharmacy Benefits Manager (PBM) vendor procurement and negotiation
Audits of PBM performance (financial and operational)
Strategy for Specialty pharmacy products
Evaluation of onsite pharmacies at client locations
Serve as lead day to day contact for clients; materially contribute to project plan creation and lead the team on delivery; ensure progress against established objectives, budgets, timelines, deliverables and quality standards
Support the generation of new business by participating in prospecting opportunities with new clients as part of a broader team
Build relationships internally and collaborate effectively on cross-functional teams
Review analytical work, mentor and develop Analysts and Senior Analysts
Contribute to the development of new intellectual capital
Contribute pharmacy and related perspectives to broader health and benefits projects including health management strategy
Qualifications
The Requirements:
PharmD or RPh designation
5+ years’ experience and success in the design/management of large group pharmacy benefit plans gained in a consulting, brokerage or carrier/pharmacy benefit manager environment
Proven experience creating project plans and successfully leading teams in execution of the project against plan guidelines
Demonstrated success in managing client issues and relationships
Desire and ability to expand relationships with current clients
Polished and well developed oral and written communication skills
Self-starter attitude and ability to work individually and as part of a team
Flexibility and proven ability to identify and resolve issues
Strong analytical, creative and integrative skills
Experience in training/mentoring junior staff
Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel and PowerPoint
Availability to travel on an as needed basis
Bachelor’s degree required, preferably with significant quantitative coursework
State Life and Health license required within 90 days of joining
CEBS designation desired
This will be working remotely within the posted locations
Note: Employment-based non-immigrant visa sponsorship and/or assistance is not offered for this specific job opportunity.
This position will remain posted for a minimum of three business days from the date posted or until sufficient/appropriate candidate slate has been identified.
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