Senior Associate, Pharmacy and Clinical Services

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We are seeking a Senior Associate, Pharmacy and Clinical Services to join our dynamic consulting team. This individual will leverage their PharmD expertise and deep industry knowledge to deliver strategic guidance on pharmacy benefits, clinical programs, and cost-management solutions. Positioned for future leadership growth, this role blends hands-on consulting with the strategic responsibilities of a director-level role. The ideal candidate will combine analytical rigor, a consultative mindset, and a passion for transforming healthcare for employers and employees alike.

Pharmacy Benefits Consulting and Strategic Leadership:

• Design and optimize pharmacy benefit strategies to align with organizational goals, cost containment, and employee satisfaction.
• Provide clinical oversight on formulary management, specialty drug utilization, and therapeutic class reviews.
• Conduct in-depth analyses of PBM arrangements, contracts, and performance metrics, delivering actionable recommendations.
• Lead RFP development, vendor evaluation, and contract negotiations for pharmacy and clinical services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including actuarial, analytics, and compliance—to deliver integrated strategies.

Clinical Program Strategy:

• Evaluate and recommend clinical programs addressing chronic disease management, specialty drug adherence, and wellness initiatives.
• Develop and implement strategies to manage specialty drug utilization, chronic disease programs, and patient adherence.
• Oversee high-cost claimant management, refining case management programs to improve clinical outcomes and achieve cost savings.
• Stay current on emerging drug therapies, biosimilars, and regulatory trends, proactively advising clients on their impact.
• Ensure ongoing oversight of case management programs, driving both clinical improvements and financial performance.
• Identify and address gaps in care, ensuring alignment with client cost-containment and patient care objectives.

Client Relationship Management:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, fostering strong relationships and delivering exceptional consulting services.
• Present complex data, strategic recommendations, and program outcomes to client stakeholders, including HR leaders and C-suite executives.
• Lead thought leadership initiatives, contributing to white papers, webinars, and industry events to enhance Piper Jordan’s market position.

Skills and Experience to be Successful:

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) required; MBA or advanced degree in health-related fields is a plus.
• 5-7 years of experience in pharmacy benefits consulting, PBM strategy, or clinical services within consulting, PBM, or managed care organizations.
• Strong expertise in PBM operations, high-cost claimant management, pharmacy contracting, and the U.S. healthcare system.
• Proven ability to analyze complex data sets, identify trends, and communicate findings effectively.
• Strong leadership and project management skills, with a proven ability to drive results across complex client engagements.
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and project management skills.
• Commitment to delivering client-centric solutions and driving measurable impact.

Pay Range

70,000 - 75,000 Annual

The pay range provided above is made in good faith and based on our lowest and highest annual salary or hourly rate paid for the role and takes into account years of experience required, geography, and/or budget for the role.

Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being

We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:

• Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance  
• Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement 
• Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
• Beyond Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discou