Program Manager

Program Manager

Location: Somerville, MA

Onsite Flexibility: Hybrid

Job Details

• Position Type: Direct Hire / Permanent
• Pay / Salary: $190,000-$220,000 / Year (USD)
• Incentive Eligibility: Eligible to participate in the DBG Incentive Plan at 20% of base salary (full plan eligibility starting in FY27)
• Shift / Schedule: Regular Business Hours, Monday-Friday
• Sign-On Bonus: A sign-on bonus of 3%-7% of base salary may be considered for the right candidate and can be utilized to fund self-relocation
• Relocation: No standard corporate relocation package; sign-on bonus may be applied toward self-relocation costs
• Target Start Date: Ideally August or September (allowing up to a 6-week post-offer transition window for relocation if necessary)
• Interview Process: Two-round video interview process: Round 1 - 45-minute video interview with the Executive Director and current Director; Round 2 - 45-minute video interview with the SVP, Diversified Business Strategy Development & Pharmacy
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

Are you a strategic leader passionate about pharmacy operations and complex compliance environments? This health system is seeking a Program Director to lead its Enterprise 340B Program. In this highly visible role, you will oversee 9 entities within the health system, owning the operational, compliance, and financial health of the 340B program. You will lead a dynamic, evolving team of 15 employees, driving the strategy, optimization, and continuous improvement of pharmacy business services.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Operational Oversight: Manage day-to-day operations for 340B clinic-administered medications, split-billing software, and pharmacy fulfillments across the enterprise.
• Team Management: Direct a 15-person team, including hiring, onboarding, mentorship, and performance evaluation.
• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with pharmacy leadership to develop and execute business plans that leverage 340B savings to expand care for underserved populations.
• Financial Stewardship: Prepare budgets, manage drug spend analysis, forecast financial impacts, and monitor program savings.

Compliance & Audit Governance

• Regulatory Expert: Serve as the institutional authority on HRSA/OPA guidelines, Medicaid regulations, and federal compliance.
• Audit Readiness: Lead internal and external audits, serve as the primary audit coordinator, and manage remediation efforts to ensure 100% compliance.
• Program Integrity: Oversee annual HRSA recertification, maintain database accuracy, and ensure all child sites meet registration requirements.

Operational Excellence & Innovation

• System Optimization: Champion the implementation of automation tools (RPA) and software to increase efficiency and compliance.
• Contract Management: Evaluate and manage relationships with contracted pharmacies, including data setup, billing services, and contract language.
• Process Improvement: Monitor points of service for new 340B opportunities and drive continuous improvement initiatives to eliminate operational barriers.

Stakeholder Partnership

• Education & Training: Develop competency materials and conduct ongoing training to keep all staff aligned with program standards.
• Communication: Act as the primary liaison for 340B inquiries, presenting key metrics and performance reports to senior administrative and pharmacy leadership.
• Collaboration: Build strong relationships with internal leadership, external vendors, and peer 340B institutions.

Required Skills

• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
• High-level analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Expertise in managing complex, multi-site programs

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy required
• Master's degree or PharmD strongly preferred
• Clinical license (MA state license highly preferred); PharmD or clinical pharmacy license is strictly required per candidate profile

Required Experience

• 8-10 years of healthcare experience, with a proven track record in pharmacy operations or 340B program management
• Large-scale 340B operations experience is highly preferred; a minimum of 6-7 years may be considered for exceptionally strong PharmD candidates from complex hospital infrastructures
• Experience aligning disparate policies and standardizing compliance and audit procedures across multiple major hospital branches
• Experience at local/regional systems that have undergone major multi-hospital integrations is highly desirable (e.g., candidates from the broader New England healthcare ecosystem)

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Hybrid work model requiring reliable on-site presence in Massachusetts for Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) and planned management meetings
• Must have flexibility to travel on-site on short notice for complex, multi-day government audits or when a specific branch hospital requires immediate, hands-on optimization
• Minimum 1x per month on-site at the Somerville, MA location
• Regional candidates (e.g., commuting from Connecticut or New Jersey) are welcome provided they can fulfill all on-site and on-call audit obligations
• If relocating, candidate must be able to move and start within 6 weeks of accepting an offer; preference given to candidates with established ties to the New England area

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-10564

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