Description
McKesson requires new employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as defined by the CDC, subject to applicable, verified accommodation requests.
McKesson Corporation is a Fortune 8 company and is one of the largest providers of healthcare supply chain management solutions, retail pharmacy, medical & pharmaceutical supplies, healthcare technology, community oncology and specialty care in the United States with revenues of $231 billion in 2020. The company was founded in 1833 by John McKesson and Charles Olcott in New York with a focus on importing and wholesaling pharmaceutical products. United by our ICARE shared principles, McKesson's 80,000 employees work together every day to make better care possible around the globe - one product, one partner, one patient at a time.
The Manager of PBM Contracting is responsible for representing the Health Mart Atlas/AccessHealth membership to the managed care/third party community. The primary purpose of the role is to manage the overall relationship with an assigned group of Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM) companies, including but not limited to leading the effort to reach agreement on all of the terms and conditions in the Pharmacy Provider Agreements (base agreements and addenda) on behalf of all of Health Mart Atlas/AccessHealth's membership, calculating contract profitability, and enhancing all of the terms and conditions and the value derived from those agreements. Additionally, this person will also provide direct contracting support to the Sr. Director of PBM Relations, most notably, gathering pertinent information from the PBMs, Plans, and other managed care entities regarding contracting opportunities. This service this person provides on behalf of the Health Mart Atlas/AccessHealth membership is akin to collective bargaining. This person's professional success will directly impact the business prosperity of the AccessHealth membership.
Position will assist in the establishment of operational objectives and assignments. Objectives are reviewed by senior management to determine success of operation. Involved in developing, modifying, and executing company policies which affect immediate operation(s) and may also have company-wide effect. Erroneous decisions will result in critical delay(s) in schedules and/or unit operations and may jeopardize overall business activities.
Regularly interacts with senior management or executive levels on matters concerning several functional areas, divisions, and/or customers. Requires the ability to change the thinking of, or gain acceptance of, others in sensitive situations.
Key Responsibilities
Third party contract representation, review and management, especially in light of the industry changes regarding narrow networks, managed Medicaid, and alternative benchmarks
Review third party contract opportunities. Using intelligence gathered by PBM Relations Department personnel, develop sound strategies for representing Health Mart Atlas/AccessHealth in contract discussions with PBM, Plans, and other managed care partners.
Analyze and improve the reimbursement and contract terms of the Agreements and associated amendments/addenda.
Bring new contract opportunities to Health Mart Atlas/AccessHealth membership.
PBM relationship development and maintenance
Work with PBM, Plans, and other managed care partners to develop, nurture and grow strong mutually beneficial relationships that will ultimately benefit Health Mart Atlas/AccessHealth's ability to secure and retain the most pharmacy-favorable third party contracts available and access to lives.
Support driving contracting value beyond COGs to the Health Mart Atlas/AccessHealth customer service, sales, operations, and marketing teams
Be a primary resource for collaborating with analytics and developing a way to track and quantify contract wins that will contribute to the overall success and retention of Health Mart Atlas/AccessHealth in the market.
Provide content to Health Mart Atlas/AccessHealth marketing regarding contract updates and other communications support.
Provide guidance and support for Contracts Administration, especially to the continued development of the database.
Provide clear guidance on completed contracts ready for signature and entry into the database. Accuracy is of utmost importance.
Create efficiencies/streamlined processes within PBM Relations Contract Database and other related databases.
Minimum Job Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities):
Education/Training -
Business Experience -
Specialized Knowledge/Skills -
Solid knowledge of contract administration policies, practices and systems, and demonstrated leadership skills
Experience reviewing, redlining, negotiating contracts
Knowledge in managed care, pharmaceutical, healthcare a plus
Working Conditions:
Environment (Office, warehouse, etc.) -
Physical Requirements (Lifting, standing, etc.) -
General office environment
Must be authorized to work in the US. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
We take pride in our culture of connection and believe in a workplace where everyone can be their full, authentic self. We welcome and encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities and others with diverse perspectives to join our growing team. Your unique perspective and experience are valuable assets that can translate into a rewarding career path with us. Apply to join our team and help shape the future of healthcare!
McKesson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.Qualified applicants will not be disqualified from consideration for employment based upon criminal history.
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