McKesson is seeking a VP, PRO.
McKesson and Health Mart are seeking a Vice President, Pharmacy Retail Operations (VP, PRO) who will be responsible for the promotion and execution of pharmacy and healthcare services to Health Mart franchisees and McKesson pharmacies.
The VP, PRO Identifies growth opportunities and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders as needed. This role serves as a resource for the field sales teams and plays a lead role on key region initiatives and priorities. The VP, PRO works with various stakeholders within the healthcare system to address/understand/discuss complex reimbursement systems, pharmacy workflow and efficiencies, front of store retail strategies and other business approaches for retail pharmacy.
Candidates must have a thorough knowledge of retail pharmacy operations along with excellent project management, critical thinking, analytical skills, and proven ability to drive implementation and execution across a large geography. Proven leadership and strategic vision capabilities along with solid industry presence is desired. Ability to communicate at all levels within the organization across business units. Ability to manage through influence and work cross functionally within the organization to drive results. Must be able to operate successfully with a high level of autonomy.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and drive Health Mart and McKesson field and pharmacy engagement by ensuring improved financial, clinical, and operational performance.
- Serve as the primary strategy leader to determine educational needs of field teams, buying groups and pharmacies on Health Mart and McKesson programs, initiatives, and the global retail pharmacy marketplace.
- Ensures flawless execution and compliance of Health Mart and McKesson programs and franchise requirements within assigned region.
- Acts as an advisor, pharmacy advocate, consultant, and business coach to store owners.
- Provides mentoring and coaching support to sales team members.
- Facilitates training to pharmacies and field sales teams.
- Provides pharmacy industry thought leadership and clinical and retail expertise.
- Serves as a Health Mart spokesperson on specialized projects or programs and solutions.
- Acts as prime consultant on large projects that affect the McKesson and Health Mart’s long-term goals and objectives.
Critical Skills
- 10+ years’ experience in retail, pharmacy operations (chain or independent).
- Advanced knowledge of retail operations management and experience leading retail operational teams.
- Exemplary communication skills (verbal/written).
- Must have strong ability to influence and motivate.
Preferred Skills
- Understanding of retail pharmacy systems.
- Third-party management experience.
- Pharmacy clinical practices knowledge.
- Knowledge of federal and state pharmacy laws and regulations.
- Business acumen – must have ability to foster innovation and collaboration.
Minimum Requirements & Education
- Degree or equivalent and typically requires 10+ years of relevant experience.
- Less years required if has relevant Master’s or Doctorate qualifications.
- Degree in pharmacy (PharmD), nursing, or a licensed advanced practice provider is ideal.
- MBA or advanced degree is strongly preferred.
Working Conditions
- Remote work environment. Work at Home – Field-based role.
- This position is eligible for a choice of our Company Vehicle or our Car Allowance Program.
- Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record/MVR.
- This VP PRO must live within the assigned Regional territory below.
- Remote/Home-Based Territory – ME, NY, PA, NJ, VT, NH, CT, MA, RI.
- Ability to travel for store visits, meetings, and industry related conferences.
- Travel up to 50% required to client sites, business partners and internal meetings.
- Must be authorized to work in the US unrestricted – This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Our Base Pay Range for this position$131,800 – $219,600
