Executive Director, Rx Trade Strategy & Analytics

We're building a world of health around every individual - shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you'll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger - helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time. Position Summary The Executive Director, Rx Trade Strategy & Analytics is a highly visible leadership role within Rx Trade and Supply Chain, responsible for shaping trade strategy and advancing the analytics capabilities that inform enterprise decision-making. This leader sits at the intersection of strategy, analytics, and execution — leading a high‑performing team to translate complex data into clear recommendations that guide pharmaceutical contracting, pricing, and supply decisions across CVS Health's Retail, Mail, and Specialty Pharmacy businesses. This role is critical as CVS Health continues to evolve its trade strategy and modernize analytics capabilities to enable faster, more data‑driven decision‑making. The Executive Director will drive cross‑functional initiatives, align senior stakeholders, and ensure insights translate into measurable operational and financial outcomes. Key Responsibilities Trade Strategy Leadership Lead cross‑functional trade strategy initiatives from problem definition through decision and execution, with clear ownership of outcomes Develop executive‑ready narratives that communicate recommendations, trade‑offs, risks, and decision points to VP+ leadership Analyze complex trade and supply dynamics to inform pricing, contracting, distribution, and sourcing strategies Drive alignment across Trade, Supply Chain, Merchandising, Finance, and related partners to ensure strategies translate into sustained operational change Analytics Strategy & Capability Leadership Define and execute the vision, roadmap, and operating model for Rx Trade Strategy & Analytics Scale self‑service analytics capabilities, including KPI design, governance, semantic layers, and adoption enablement Lead development of advanced analytical tools and decision support capabilities that inform trade strategy, supply chain operations, and pharmaceutical sourcing decisions Advance predictive and scenario‑based analytics (e.g., forecasting, what‑if modeling) to improve trade and supply outcomes Partner with technology and data teams to advance analytics transformation efforts, improving the accessibility, reliability, and speed of insights Champion the use of AI and automation to accelerate analytics delivery, improve repeatability, and enhance decision quality Leadership & Influence Serve as a trusted thought partner to senior leaders, balancing strategic perspective with execution rigor Translate complex analytics into clear, actionable insights and ensure decisions are adopted across the business Build and lead a high‑performing team, fostering strong technical capability, business acumen, and accountability Operate effectively in a highly matrixed environment, influencing stakeholders and driving alignment across competing priorities Required Qualifications 10+ years of progressive experience across strategy, analytics, insights, or decision science roles with increasing scope and business ownership Experience in healthcare, pharmaceutical, or related industries, with exposure to supply chain, pricing, or commercial operations Demonstrated track record leading cross‑functional strategy initiatives from problem framing through execution, with measurable business impact Proven ability to influence VP+ stakeholders and communicate complex concepts in a clear, actionable manner Ability to operate in ambiguity, prioritize effectively, and deliver through others in a dynamic environment Experience building and scaling self‑service analytics capabilities and driving adoption across business teams Practical experience leveraging AI or advanced analytics to accelerate delivery, improve repeatability, and enhance decision‑making Strong technical fluency (e.g., SQL, Python, Tableau, ThoughtSpot, GCP or similar platforms) Experience applying predictive modeling or scenario analysis to support business or commercial decision‑making will be highly valued Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; Master's degree will be highly valued Ability to travel as required Pay Range The typical pay range for this role is: $131,500.00 - $303,195.00 This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full‑time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short‑term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company's equity award program. Great benefits for great people We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families. This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility. Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments. We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 05/25/2026 Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement