Senior Consulting Pharmacist

Milliman•San Diego, CA

1d•$207,264 - $352,308•Remote

About The Position

Milliman is seeking a Senior Consulting Pharmacist to join its growing pharmacy benefits consulting team in the San Diego Health practice. The role focuses on pharmaceutical and pharmacy benefits management (PBM) challenges in a changing, non-routine environment that requires attention to detail, collaboration, integrity, and adaptability. The position is based out of Milliman’s San Diego, California office, with the option to work remotely anywhere in the United States. The pharmacist designs and manages data-driven analyses using pharmacy claims data and complex modeling, with a focus on PBM selection, contracting and management, and pharmacy plan design. The role also provides client insights and reports, oversees project delivery, develops client relationships and new business, maintains subject-matter expertise and industry connections, and manages and develops consulting staff. Applicants must have a PharmD from an ACPE-accredited program and at least 15 years of PBM or healthcare experience. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future immigration support or sponsorship from Milliman. The expected application deadline is November 13, 2026. The national compensation range is $207,264–$352,308, with compensation determined by factors including education, experience, qualifications, skills, and certifications.

Requirements

PharmD from an ACPE-accredited program.
At least 15 years of PBM or healthcare experience.
Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, including proficiency in Excel.
Proficiency working with and explaining changes in key PBM performance indicators and pharmacy claims statistics.
Knowledge of formularies and pharmacy claims data and nomenclature, including NDC, AWP, PBM, and WAC.
Knowledge of claims data and how claims manifest in adjudication and downstream analyses.
Strong time-management and people-management skills.
Experience working in a dynamic environment and demonstrating adaptability and integrity.
Strong written and oral technical communication skills.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future immigration support or sponsorship from Milliman.

Responsibilities

Design and manage data-driven analyses using pharmacy claims data and complex modeling, focusing on PBM selection, contracting and management, and pharmacy plan design.
Explain analytical results and provide client insights orally and in clear, concise reports.
Oversee projects to ensure expectations, timelines, and budgets are met.
Develop new business with current and prospective clients by understanding their needs and circumstances.
Provide subject-matter expertise, stay current on marketplace trends, maintain a strong network, and promote the organization at industry meetings, forums, panels, and conferences.
Manage and develop consulting staff, including assigning and reviewing work and providing guidance.
Work with practice leaders on staff management and development, and conduct performance appraisals and compensation reviews.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees, dependents, and domestic partners.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential support for personal and work-related challenges.
401(k) plan with company matching and profit-sharing contributions.
Discretionary bonus program.
Flexible Spending Accounts for dependent care, transportation, and eligible medical expenses.
Paid time off accruing from the first day of work; full-time employees accrue 15 days per year, with prorated accrual for employees working less than full-time.
At least 10 paid holidays per year.
Adoption and fertility assistance.
11 weeks of paid parental leave for employees who meet eligibility criteria.
Life insurance and AD&D, with premiums fully covered by Milliman.
Fully paid short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Skills training, career development, learning, and mentoring opportunities.
Employee Resource Groups and opportunities to contribute to professional organizations.