Pharmacy Procurement Manager
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on129, Weston Street, Hartford, Connecticut, 06120, United States
About the Team
At Connecticut Children's, the Pharmacy Business Manager serves as a critical operational and fiscal leader within the pharmacy business unit. This role is dedicated to ensuring the seamless procurement, billing, and compliant administration of the 340B Drug Pricing Program across all covered entity locations and contract pharmacy arrangements. The position acts as a strategic partner to pharmacy leadership, bridging the gap between clinical needs and financial stewardship to support medication availability and regulatory excellence.
About the Role
As a subject matter expert on automated dispensing systems and 340B operations, you will provide direct leadership to procurement and 340B team members while offering indirect oversight to pharmacists and technicians regarding workflow compliance. Your day-to-day involves managing complex purchasing workflows, inventory controls, and vendor relationships to mitigate risks and identify savings opportunities. You will be the driving force behind audit readiness, ensuring that all operations adhere to state and federal regulations, including DSCSA and controlled substance laws. This role is essential for maintaining the integrity of the 340B program while optimizing financial performance and operational efficiency.
Hiring Process
Candidates selected for an interview will engage in a multi-stage process designed to assess technical expertise and cultural fit. The process typically includes an initial screening to verify qualifications, followed by a technical deep-dive focusing on 340B compliance and procurement strategy. Subsequent rounds may involve system design discussions, scenario-based problem solving, and team fit interviews with pharmacy leadership and cross-functional stakeholders. Finalists will receive a detailed offer outlining compensation and benefits upon successful completion of all interviews and reference checks.
Equal Opportunity
Connecticut Children's is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We consider qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We strive to create an environment where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute to our mission of providing exceptional pediatric care.
Work location
Work model: On-site
129, Weston Street, Hartford, Connecticut, 06120, United States
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: 340B Drug Pricing Program, Hrsa Recertification, Dscsa, Controlled Substance Regulations, Split-Billing, NDC Mapping, Charge Description Master, Gpo, 340B Prime Vendor Program, Inventory Management.
Education: Bachelor's degree in business, healthcare administration, supply chain, pharmacy, finance, or related field; Master's degree in business, healthcare administration, supply chain, pharmacy, finance, or related field.
Frequently asked questions about Pharmacy Procurement Manager at Connecticut Children's
What does a Pharmacy Procurement Manager at Connecticut Children's do?expand_more
In this Pharmacy Procurement Manager at Connecticut Children's role, you will manage pharmacy procurement workflows, inventory controls, and medication shortage response strategies; directly supervise pharmacy purchasing and 340b team members including hiring, training, and performance management; develop and maintain 340b policies, procedures, and reporting dashboards to ensure regulatory compliance; and collaborate with it, finance, and revenue cycle teams to optimize billing systems and data integrity.
What are the requirements for this Pharmacy Procurement Manager role?expand_more
To qualify for the Pharmacy Procurement Manager at Connecticut Children's position, applicants should have: Associates or Bachelor's degree in business, healthcare administration, supply chain, pharmacy, finance, or related field; 3–5 years in pharmacy purchasing/operations, healthcare supply chain, 340B operations, compliance, finance, or related healthcare operations; Registered Pharmacy Technician or Registered Pharmacist License in the state of Connecticut; PTCB Certification (if pharmacy technician); Bachelor's or master's in business/healthcare administration, supply chain, pharmacy, finance, or related field; and Pharm D or equivalent.