Trade Director CarelonRx

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Position Title:

Trade Director Carelon Rx

Job Description:

Trade Director Carelon Rx

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This role requires associates to be in-office 3 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office. Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.

• Ensure team alignment for accounts with Trade representation and collaborate with the Senior leaderships for alignment with the Program Management team.
• Meet regularly with clients to listen to feedback, develop opportunities, and collaborate with other business lines to address inconsistencies in existing programs.
• Manage objectives to ensure continuity and coordinate with the RFP & Contracting Governance Committee and Contracting Team for efficient contract execution.
• Oversee fee-for-service (FFS) and contract opportunities, maintaining industry knowledge to stay competitive.
• Coordinate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation of programs and alignment with pharmaceutical opportunities.
• Support the development and implementation of department policies and procedures, ensuring associates understand and meet all requirements.
• Travels to customer sites or other offsite locations as necessary.

• Requires a BA/BS degree in a related area and a minimum of 3 years of sales and purchasing experience and a minimum of 3 years of pharmaceutical industry experience; or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background.

• 5–7 years of progressive specialty pharmacy, pharmaceutical manufacturing, trade, account management, sales, purchasing or business development experience, with a strong background in pharmaceutical manufacturer engagement and manufacturer relations strongly preferred.
• Experience working for a specialty pharmacy or pharmaceutical manufacturer in a trade-focused capacity.
• Sales and business development experience, including identifying and pursuing new business opportunities with pharmaceutical manufacturers.
• Experience developing manufacturer partnerships through contracting, clinical programs, enhanced services, or other specialty pharmacy solutions.
• Strong presentation, outreach, and relationship-building skills, including the ability to engage prospective pharmaceutical manufacturer partners.
• Experience managing existing manufacturer relationships while identifying opportunities to expand business and bring additional value to the specialty pharmacy.

Job Level: Director Equivalent Workshift: 1st Shift (United States of America) Job Family: SLS >
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