Manager, Trade Analytics (Must have PBM Rebate or Financial experience)

Manager, Trade Analytics

The Manager, Trade Analytics leads rebate analytics strategies and provides operational oversight for MedImpact through forecast and trend management solutions. The position will be responsible for managing various strategic improvement initiatives within the department to continuously improve our client rebate reporting, rebate trends, rebate allocations and rebate payments. The position will interact with internal and external stakeholders to deliver value and support of these initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Responsible for leading and directing client analytical activities for assigned segment of rebate management; including ability to analyze large data sets to identify trends, opportunities and troubleshoot issues which may arise.
• This position requires a medium level expertise of SQL, including building unique queries and the ability to understand and interpret complex data quickly and accurately. The position will be expected to be creative with data analysis and interpretation, managing and adapting data to meet the unique needs of immediate requests.
• Manage the training, workflow, and deliverables for assigned segment area analysts, including on the job training for analytical techniques, industry knowledge and best practices. Serve as both a team lead and individual contributor, in varying capacities throughout required tasks.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and/or strategic initiatives for Trade Analytics department to ensure high performance, high quality, efficient and consistent methods are in place, understood, and adhered to by segment area.
• Develop and review statistical analysis and forecasting models according to the client, business, and management's needs including recommendations for policy, procedure, control, or action.
• Continuous improvement mindset, always looking for new ways to best meet internal and external requirements with a focus on improving departmental KPIs and metrics.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with minimal supervision. Requires experience in developing and maintaining custom client deliverables, delivery schedules, ad-hoc reporting, and other high-touch client needs.
• Represents the Trade Analytics group to senior management and cross functional teams by effectively communicating business decisions and rationale.
• Represents the Trade Analytics group to high-touch clients through participation in client calls regarding rebates earned and addressing any questions or issues as they arise.
• Keep up to date with industry and regulatory changes.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Manages assigned staff in the segment area. Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the unit. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Supports and enforces all company policies and procedures in a fair and consistent manner, taking corrective action whenever necessary.

Client Responsibilities

This is an internal and external client facing position that requires excellent customer service skills and interpersonal communication skills (listening/verbal/written). One must be able to; manage difficult or emotional client situations; Respond promptly to client needs; Solicit client feedback to improve service; Respond to requests for service and assistance from clients; Meet commitments to clients.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

BS/BA degree or equivalent plus 5+ years of experience; 1 year of SME in respective area(s); and 3+ years of supervisory experience; 4 years of MedImpact experience plus an appropriate external leadership training program and internal mentorship with a seasoned leader (Dir+) that must completed within 12 months in new position may substitute for the supervisory experience requirement.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software including Word, Excel, and Access. Moderate SQL experience required.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Possess proven leadership skills, excellent communication skills (both verbal and written), analytical and financial reasoning skills.
• Requires experience in operational application of database applications, accounting, finance, or data analysis.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and leading quality or process improvement initiatives.
• Requires the ability to represent MedImpact at the enterprise level with proper business decisions.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Language Skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

Competencies To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Building Effective Teams
• Decision Quality
• Informing
• Confronting Direct Reports
• Delegation
• Organizational Agility
• Customer Focus
• Drive for Results
• Political Savvy

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic).

Work Location

This position works on-site at the San Diego Headquarters or other company location (or from a remote location with management approval based on business requirements). Must provide adequate support to internal clients; be available for regular interactions and coordination of work with other employees, colleagues, clients, or vendors; as well as be available to facilitate effective decisions through collaboration with stakeholders.

Working Hours

This is an exempt level position requiring the incumbent to work the hours required to fully accomplish job responsibilities and reasonably meet deadlines for work deliverables. The individual must have the flexibility to work beyond traditional hours and be able to work nights, at weekends or on holidays as required. Work hours may be changed from time to time to meet the needs of the business. Typical core business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm.

Travel

This position requires domestic travel of up to 15% of the time.

The Perks:

• Medical / Dental / Vision / Wellness Programs
• Paid Time Off / Company Paid Holidays
• Incentive Compensation
• 401K with Company match
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Bonus

Equal Opportunity Employer, Male/Female/Disabilities/Veterans

OSHA/ADA:

To perform this job successfully, the successful candidate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.