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Director of Pharmacy
JOB-3279043
Join a large, mission-driven academic health system in the Boston area as a Director of Pharmacy Procurement & Strategic Sourcing. This enterprise-level leadership role oversees pharmacy purchasing strategy across inpatient, outpatient, retail, infusion, and community settings. You’ll be responsible for building and executing system-wide sourcing strategies, optimizing supplier relationships, and driving cost efficiency while ensuring a reliable medication supply. This is a highly visible position working closely with executive pharmacy leadership, finance, and supply chain to align procurement strategy with long-term organizational goals and value-based care initiatives.
Qualified candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree such as MS, MBA, or PharmD strongly preferred; 340B ACE designation a plus) and be eligible for pharmacist licensure in the state prior to start. Candidates must bring 10+ years of progressive experience in pharmacy procurement, sourcing, or supply chain leadership, including oversight of large, complex spend portfolios ($1B+). Deep knowledge of wholesaler and GPO contracting, purchasing systems, and contract compliance tools is required, along with experience supporting 340B environments. This role requires a strategic leader with strong supplier negotiation skills and a proven ability to standardize procurement practices across complex health systems.
Located in the attractive Boston area which is known for its top-tier healthcare institutions, academic presence, and rich history, this opportunity offers both professional impact and exceptional lifestyle appeal. The region features a vibrant cultural scene, major professional sports, and excellent travel accessibility through an international airport. Compensation is highly competitive, with a base range going well into the $200Ks (flexible for the right candidate), along with potential sign-on incentives.
If you are looking for a rewarding position, contact me today! For further details about this or other opportunities nationwide, send your resume in confidence to steve.helm@comphealth.com and call Steve directly at 954-837-2603 (Text "START" to begin a conversation).
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