Director, Pharmacy Consulting

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Job Summary: We are seeking a highly analytical and client-focused Director, Pharmacy Consulting, to join our employee benefits consulting team. In this role, you’ll serve as a leader and Subject Matter Expert (SME) on pharmacy benefits and play a critical part in evaluating PBM (Pharmacy Benefit Manager) contracts, analyzing pricing proposals, and delivering strategic insights to employer clients. . In addition to consulting responsibilities, you will play a central role in assessing and developing the pharmacy support infrastructure that enables scalable, high-quality service delivery across the organization.  The ideal candidate will have a solid background in pharmacy benefits, data analysis, and effective client communication.

Key Responsibilities:

Pharmacy Strategy & Expertise

• Serve as an internal SME on pharmacy benefit design, PBM contracting, and clinical program evaluation.
• Stay informed on pharmacy industry trends, regulatory updates, and innovations in pharmacy benefits.
• Cultivate collaborative relationships with PBMs and other pharmacy stakeholders

Pharmacy Support Structure Development

• Evaluate current internal processes and resources supporting pharmacy consulting services.
• Identify gaps and opportunities to strengthen operational support, tools, and systems.
• Contribute to designing and building a scalable pharmacy support structure to meet growing business needs.
• Collaborate with leadership to implement best practices and enhance team capabilities.
• Champion best practices to foster consistency, reliability, and cross-functional alignment.

Contract & Pricing Evaluation

• Review and assess PBM contracts, including rebate guarantees, pricing terms, and performance guarantees.
• Evaluate RFP responses and pricing proposals from PBMs and other pharmacy vendors.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend clinical program enhancements.
• Monitor performance against contracted terms and conditions

Client Reporting & Engagement

• Present findings, benchmarking insights, and strategic recommendations in a clear, compelling way.
• Support consultants in developing pharmacy strategies aligned with client goals.
• Translate complex data into actionable insights for non-clinical audiences.

Data Analysis & Financial Modeling

• Analyze pharmacy claims to identify trends, utilization patterns, and cost drivers.
• Support the development of financial models and forecasting tools related to pharmacy spend.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with actuarial, clinical, and account management teams to deliver integrated benefit solutions.
• Serve as a pharmacy resource to account teams by providing training, tools, and strategic guidance to enhance their understanding of PBM contracts and financial terms
• Participate in client renewals, vendor negotiations, and multi-disciplinary planning sessions

Qualifications:

• Education & Credentials:

• PharmD or Bachelor’s in Pharmacy (preferred), or equivalent experience in pharmacy benefits.
• Advanced degree in health economics, public health, or business is a plus.

• Experience:
  • 10+ years of experience in pharmacy benefits, PBM operations, or pharmacy consulting.
  • 10+ years of financial analysis experience
  • Experience working with or for a PBM, health plan, or benefits consulting firm is highly desirable.
• Skills:
  • Strong analytical and financial acumen.
  • Proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Who You Are:

• A confident presenter with strong negotiation skills, comfortable explaining complex topics and handling objections.
• Exceptionally organized, with the agility to move between projects quickly.
• A logical problem-solver who works independently and takes initiative.
• Consistently positive and professional, leading by example even under pressure.
• A strong communicator, both verbally and in writing, with a client-first mindset.

Who is Oswald?

Oswald is a 129-year-old company that creates a world of protection around the lives and businesses of our clients.

We are an independent,