Pharmacy, Contract Manager (129679-563)

Description In this role, you will organize, negotiate and manage a portfolio of pharmaceutical contracts on behalf of the membership. You will analyze current purchase patterns, assess prevailing market conditions, prepare competitive bids and interface with suppliers to ensure the most competitive purchase agreements are available to our members. You will also advise our members and clinical consulting pharmacists regarding the most valuable application of the portfolio in specific member-based projects.



Major Accountabilities
Need to possess significant practical experience in understanding group purchasing methods and contracts. Must be able to compile and analyze data, organize and write reports, possess excellent communication skills and make effective presentations. Working knowledge of spreadsheet and database applications is desired. These positions are located in Charlotte.

 Required Skills


Bachelor's degree in Business, healthcare, or related area

Five to seven years experience.

Individual contributor role in contract management and/or administration for a purchasing organization with complex contracts and large volume of contracts.



Knowledge & Skills

Contract administration- cross-referencing; price activation; amendment processing; contract and supplier performance analysis

Contract enforcement

Problem solving and decision making

Motivational skills

Sourcing application - eSourcing, workflow management, project management, contract administration

Supplier business reviews; supplier relationship management; supplier non-conformance management

Prioritizing / time Management

Verbal and written communication; presentation skills

Conflict management