Strategic Accounts VP
Garner HealthFull Time
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Candidates must have 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in pharmacy benefit management, health plan pharmacy operations, or a related healthcare environment. A deep understanding of PBM relationships, formulary management, specialty pharmacy, and medical-pharmacy integration is required. Proven ability to design and execute strategies that deliver clinical and financial outcomes, strong executive presence, and exceptional leadership skills with a track record of building and scaling high-performing teams are essential. An advanced degree in Pharmacy (PharmD or equivalent) is required, and an active pharmacist license is strongly preferred. Previous experience at a high-growth company is considered a plus.
The Senior Vice President of Pharmacy will be responsible for shaping and executing the company’s pharmacy strategy across all lines of business, overseeing pharmacy operations, formulary management, clinical pharmacy programs, vendor and PBM partnerships, cost management, compliance, and innovation. This role involves developing and executing a comprehensive pharmacy strategy aligned with company objectives and market dynamics, partnering with executive leadership on long-term strategies for affordability and risk management, and serving as a thought leader on emerging pharmacy trends. The SVP will oversee all aspects of pharmacy operations, lead relationships with PBMs and other strategic vendors, drive strategies to manage drug trends and medical/pharmacy integration, partner with Actuarial, Finance, and Product teams, and oversee the development of innovative contracting models. Additionally, the role includes maintaining oversight of pharmacy reporting, audits, and risk management processes, as well as building and leading a high-performing pharmacy team and fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability.
Health benefits and insurance solutions provider
Gravie provides health benefits by offering straightforward and affordable health plans, primarily targeting individuals and small to midsize businesses. Their main product, Comfort, stands out because it has no deductible and no copays for most common healthcare services, allowing members to access care without unexpected costs. Additionally, Comfort includes virtual care options for musculoskeletal and mental health issues. Gravie also offers a payment solution called Gravie Pay, which enables members to pay for healthcare expenses interest-free, further easing financial stress. Unlike traditional health plans, Gravie claims that Comfort members save on out-of-pocket costs, and employers switching to Gravie often see lower premium expenses. The company has a high retention rate, indicating that many employees choose to continue with the Comfort plan in subsequent years. Gravie's goal is to simplify health benefits and reduce the financial burden of healthcare for its members.