University of Michigan · 21 hours ago
Pharmacy Supply Chain Clinical Info Analyst - Intermediate
Ann Arbor, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expThe University of Michigan is seeking an experienced business professional to join their Pharmacy Services Department. This role is responsible for supporting and developing pharmacy purchasing and drug shortage management systems to enhance decision-making processes and ensure drug supply chain stability.
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Responsibilities
Investigate current market drug shortages and the impact they have on community/specialty pharmacy and hospital pharmacies
Analyze trends in drug utilization in hospital and community/specialty pharmacy settings (i.e., burn rates) at a national and institutional level to proactively identify drugs at risk of experiencing a shortage
Communicate routinely with manufacturers and wholesalers regarding drug availability
Compile information from various sources to create a product availability report unique to Michigan Medicine
Investigate shortage management solutions with the Pharmacy Contracting Manager, Senior Pharmacy Buyer, and Drug Shortage Pharmacist(s)
Optimize shortage management processes, in collaboration with the Drug Shortage Pharmacist(s) for both Acute and Ambulatory Care settings
Collaborate with the Pharmacy Data Solutions Team to repurpose current data streams to introduce automation and artificial intelligence into drug shortage management
Partner with pharmacy buyers throughout the institution to provide guidance on market availability
Serves as a liaison and expert resource for pharmacy drug shortage systems used by Pharmacy Services throughout the Michigan Medicine enterprise
Collaborate with pharmacy buyers and contracting team to investigate novel drug procurement channels
Utilize purchasing trends, utilization patterns, benchmarking data, and available market intelligence to identify cost-saving opportunities and margin-improvement strategies
Analyze supplier performance and product alternatives to develop leverage points that support vendor negotiations, contract optimization, and value-driven purchasing decisions
As drug prices and procurement complexities continue to increase, this position will assess novel and alternative drug procurement channels to reduce expenditure and maintain drug access
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a recognized field which is directly related to the duties of this position
A minimum of 3 years of experience analyzing and interpreting processes, clinical outcomes, and cost of care
Ability to independently manage multiple projects with competing priorities with organizational skills and flexibility to meet deadlines
Ability to communicate clearly, both verbal and written to internal and external constituents and apply a high degree of analytical, interpretive, and evaluative skills dealing with complex concepts, projects, etc
Self-motivated with the ability to work well with teams
Demonstrated ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team
Demonstrated ability to lead team members to accomplish a common goal
Experienced use with standard office tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Possess or be able to obtain a Pharmacy Technician license with the State of Michigan within 1 year of hire date
Preferred
Advanced degree in Analytics, Public Health, Health Administration, Business, Engineering, Pharmacy, or Data Science
Depth of experience and proven track record implementing and supporting pharmacy purchasing or drug shortage systems within healthcare organizations
Experience leading a highly productive team to accomplish a common goal
Experience and credibility interacting with all levels of leadership
Benefits
Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
2:1 Match on retirement savings
Company
University of Michigan
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving, and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
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