Government Pricing Manager

Chiesi Group • Cary, NC

19h • Hybrid

About The Position

Based in Parma, Italy, Chiesi is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years’ experience, operating in 31 countries. More than 8,000 employees across the group are united by a singular purpose: promoting a healthier world for our people, patients, and the planet. This is what drives us as we research, develop, and market innovative drugs across our main therapeutic areas. Discover more here.

At Chiesi we are thinking generations ahead, driving sustainable innovation with purpose. This fosters a culture of reliability, transparency, and ethical behaviour at every level. As a Benefit Corporation and a certified B Corp, we have embedded sustainability in our bylaws and continuously measure our impact.

Diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity are at the heart of who we are. We believe our differences make us stronger. We are a vibrant ecosystem of passionate, talented individuals united by strong values, each bringing unique perspectives that help us to continuously challenge the status quo for the better.

Who we are looking forThis is what you will doJoin a growing dynamic and growing company with an opportunity to shape a future ready the Government pricing organization. The Government Pricing Manager will report to the Lead Government Pricing. The individual in this role will support in execution of Government pricing, is a subject matter expert in Government contracting and pricing as well as the methodologies, calculations, analysis, submission, and interactions between each type of federally mandated government price submissions including non-FAMP, Average Manufacturer Price, Best Price, Average Sales Price, and PHS/340B and Tricare Government programs.You’ll be responsible for:

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from four-year College or University is required.
• Six (6) or more years of commercial biotechnology and/or pharmaceutical experience with multi-functional experience (Access, Analytics, Finance, Government Pricing) required. Three (3) or more years of proven success in Government Pricing.
• Skilled in analyzing large data sets and ability to turn data into information and information into knowledge.
• Attention to detail and ability to recognize small, but important differences in data.
• Strong operational skills and financial acumen; demonstrated P&L proficiency, understanding of accounting and financial modeling.
• Comprehensive analytical/strategic thinking skills and decision-making; demonstrated ability to utilize data in fact-based decision-making (data to insights, to action), providing solid business rationale, clear sense of structure, accountability, timelines, and urgency.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks and multifunctional resources concurrently while maintaining high attention to detail while responding to rapidly changing priorities and aggressive deadlines.
• Proficient in MS Office (especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), IQVIA, MMIT/Fingertip Formulary data, CMS portals, etc.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in iCONTRACTS

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of commercial contracting and rebate and fees adjudication.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly pricing, invoice and rebate deliveries by defined timelines.
• Responsibly for timely and accurate process of Medicaid rebates, and other rebates are required.
• Manage Medicaid bidding and contracting activities, as needed.
• Reconciliation of payments or other finance functions such as reconciliation of data to the G/L.
• Server as a support and back up to Government pricing lead, for monthly GP reporting and other statutory requirements.
• Coordinates workflow, processing, and approval with internal Chiesi stakeholders and Third-Party Processor in accordance with health care regulations.
• High accuracy rate and compliance with applicable legal requirements and policy and procedures serving as the foundation for compliance.
• Ability to read, research and understand guidance from Government and other agencies while retaining, applying, and growing your knowledge base.
• Detect outliers in data and research to identify the cause of the anomaly.
• Ability to communicate with state government employees, third-party processors, Federal Agencies, commercial plans, or legal firms.
• Independently lead projects/initiatives addressing changing customer and market requirements, build business cases for opportunity evaluation, and coordinate/manage project implementation. Assist in identifying opportunities to scale the operation, contracting and pricing function in compliant and efficient manner to allow for additional products and growth of the organization.
• Growth mindset with focus on continued education for self and team; Attend industry meetings related to Government contracting and CMS (Medicare/Medicaid) as appropriate.
• Stay current on industry trends as it relates to multiple service areas including but not limited to Medicaid Rebates, State Program Contracting, Government Pricing Calculations, Class of Trade Assignment, 340B Covered Entity Eligibility, and Sales-based Commercial Rebating and Contract Administration for Federal and State Programs.
• Assist with tracking and reporting of department budget.

Benefits

• We provide top-class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work-life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support.
• Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market.
• Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager