🚀 Director - Specialty Pharmacy Business Development and Operations

Director – Specialty Pharmacy Business Development and Operations

This role will be a key member of the PDS pharmacy leadership team and serves as a trusted advisor to the Chief Pharmacy Officer (CPO) for Specialty Pharmacy services. The incumbent will lead and own the enterprise-wide strategy development and execution for Specialty Pharmacy initiatives, drive operational excellence, ensure follow-through on key priorities, and foster cross‑functional collaboration at all levels of the organization.

Why Work at Presbyterian?

As an organization, we are committed to improving the health of our communities. We offer a robust wellness program, including free access to on‑site and community‑based gyms, nutrition coaching, classes, wellness challenges, and more.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the CPO to design, develop, and implement the Specialty Pharmacy strategy, ensuring alignment with financial, quality, and clinical targets.
• Own Specialty Pharmacy operations and results, focusing on mission, growth plans, payer network expansion, and limited distribution drug access.
• Operationalize, drive accountability, and track strategic initiatives, including management process standardization, timelines, and resources across hospitals, medical groups, and quality teams.
• Own budget, key performance indicators, and provide briefings and status updates to inform decisions for the CPO and broader enterprise leadership.
• Achieve financial targets, drive growth, operational excellence, accreditation, and regulatory compliance.
• Engage CPO and other executives, fostering a high‑performance culture and alignment across PDS, PHP, and PMG teams.
• Collaborate with PMG and clinical leadership to ensure seamless specialty pharmacy experience for providers, patients, and stakeholders.
• Engage payers, providers, manufacturers, and other key vendors to drive favorable performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or PharmD in pharmacy (required).
• Active New Mexico Board of Pharmacy license (required).
• 5+ years of progressive pharmacy leadership experience.
• Experience with pharmacy budgeting, strategy development, and execution.
• Experience in specialty, retail, PBM, health plan, or managed care (preferred).
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic mindset with systems‑thinking approach to healthcare transformation.
• Strong leadership behaviors with demonstrated business & financial acumen, proactive, resourceful, and solutions‑oriented, capable of driving complex implementations.
• Deep understanding of specialty pharmacy operations, business development, financial drivers, and accreditation requirements.
• Knowledge of agile or lean methodologies, data analysis, and change management to drive efficiency and scalability.

Benefits

We offer more than the standard benefits! Presbyterian employees gain access to a robust wellness program, including free access to on‑site and community‑based gyms, nutrition coaching, classes, wellness challenges, and more.

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About Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Presbyterian Healthcare Services exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not‑for‑profit healthcare system with nine hospitals, a statewide health plan, and a growing multi‑specialty medical group.

Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care), and commercial health plans.

About New Mexico

New Mexico offers a low cost of living, diverse landscapes, and countless recreational opportunities.

EEO Statement

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug‑free and tobacco‑free employer with smoke‑free campuses.

Maximum Offer

USD $232.50 per hour.

Compensation Disclaimer

The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

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