Program Manager, NPC & Pharmacy Business Strategy
About The Position
The Program Manager, Northeast Purchasing Coalition (NPC) & Pharmacy Business Strategy, leads and manages a portfolio of complex initiatives supporting organizational growth, financial stewardship, operational excellence, and innovation across the health system and NPC Pharmacy Aggregation Group. The role provides leadership and accountability for concurrent projects, driving cross-functional collaboration, data-informed decision-making, implementation planning, and measurable outcomes. The position leads pharmacy business and value initiatives, including drug use optimization, pharmaceutical expense management, contracting, biosimilars, utilization management, and expansion of pharmacy services. It supports NPC Pharmacy members through stakeholder engagement, implementation planning, operational guidance, and adoption strategies. The role also develops project plans and performance measures, analyzes financial and operational data, and mentors pharmacy staff, residents, and learners.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of Pharmacy.
- Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 residency or equivalent experience.
- At least 5 years of experience as a clinical pharmacist practicing in a hospital setting.
- At least 3 years of leadership experience.
- Eligible for CT Pharmacist licensure.
- Strong working knowledge of pharmacy clinical and business operations, healthcare strategy, supply chain, and current standards of pharmacy practice across the care continuum.
- Demonstrated success leading complex, cross-functional initiatives and managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Excellent project management, written and oral communication, and meeting facilitation skills.
Responsibilities
- Identify, evaluate, and facilitate implementation of innovative pharmacy opportunities with clear scopes, timelines, accountability structures, deliverables, and measurable outcomes.
- Lead and manage a portfolio of NPC pharmacy initiatives aligned with YNHHS organizational goals, timelines, budgets, and performance expectations.
- Lead drug use optimization and pharmaceutical expense management strategies to deliver cost savings, grow revenue, improve margins, and support high-cost medication stewardship.
- Collaborate with system partners to evaluate and develop opportunities for future business growth and expansion of pharmacy services.
- Support NPC Pharmacy members through stakeholder engagement, implementation planning, operational guidance, and adoption strategies.
- Provide actionable insights through data analysis and modeling to support purchasing decisions, contract strategy, cost-reduction opportunities, revenue enhancement, and operational improvements.
- Design pharmacy contracting strategies, lead contract negotiations, and serve as the pharmacy contracting lead to support sourcing alignment, value optimization, and financial performance.
- Lead biosimilar, contracting, utilization management, and other pharmacy value initiatives to maximize financial and operational performance.
- Develop and monitor project plans, performance metrics, financial analyses, and implementation strategies to achieve program objectives.
- Lead stakeholder engagement to build consensus, manage change, and drive adoption of strategic initiatives across the health system and NPC pharmacy members.
- Mentor and develop pharmacy staff, residents, and learners through project oversight, coaching, and professional development opportunities.
- Promote accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement across assigned programs and projects.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
