The Cigna Group · 1 week ago
Senior Clinical Account Executive - Express Scripts - Hybrid (Health Plans)
St. Louis, MO
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expThe Cigna Group is a leading healthcare company, and they are seeking a Senior Clinical Account Executive. This role offers pharmacists the opportunity to apply their clinical expertise to drive strategic outcomes, strengthen client relationships, and shape the future of pharmacy benefits.
CommercialHealth CareHospitalInsuranceMedical
Responsibilities
Leads implementation and upsell of clinical programs and formulary strategies through consultative engagements – including client presentations, quarterly/annual reviews, modeling/report reviews and rebate performance alignment, in partnership with finance and internal teams
Conducts clinical analysis of medication utilization and formulary performance to identify opportunities, issues, or risks. Translates findings into clear, actionable insights aligned to client goals
Develops and presents comprehensive clinical strategies – including formulary design and health management solutions – in collaboration with account executives and cross-functional partners
Delivers complex clinical information clearly and compellingly to both clinical and non-clinical stakeholders, ensuring responsiveness to client needs and adaptability in messaging
Shares best practices across internal and client-facing teams. Maintains a strong understanding of clinical trends, product innovation, and industry shifts (e.g., drug pipeline trends, delivery innovation) to guide strategic client conversations
Serves as an informal leader and mentor – supporting onboarding, peer development, and knowledge sharing through peer coaching, forums, and interviews
Supports process improvement to elevate consistency and efficiency in clinical delivery, aligning execution to client and enterprise expectations
Represents the clinical voice in internal and external forums – including product development, client advisory panels, and strategic prospecting conversations – to shape direction and increase clinical team visibility
Qualification
Required
Active U.S. pharmacist license required; 5+ years of licensure preferred
Proven ability to manage multiple client accounts with a high degree of organization, flexibility, and accountability in a fast-paced environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to simplify and convey complex clinical information to non-clinical stakeholders
Demonstrated presentation strength, strategic project management capability, and comfort navigating ambiguity with clients and internal partners
Proficiency in Microsoft tools and ability to learn internal analytics and reporting systems
Demonstrated leadership behaviors, including peer mentoring, new hire onboarding, and representing the clinical voice in enterprise-wide or cross-functional initiatives
Self-starter who thrives in a dynamic environment, able to pivot quickly as needed in response to client direction and brings both clinical depth and strong business acumen to consultative client engagements
Willingness to travel up to 15% to support client meetings and business priorities
Preferred
5+ years of client facing experience preferred
Bachelor's degree in pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) preferred. Experience in healthcare and pharmacy benefits are strongly preferred
Advanced degree or pharmacy residency preferred
Benefits
Medical
Vision
Dental
Well-being and behavioral health programs
401(k) with company match
Company paid life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
A minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year
Paid holidays
Company
The Cigna Group
The Cigna Group is a healthcare firm that focuses on providing hospital services and innovative solutions for better health.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Cordani
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Michele Berg
CEO Communications
Recent News
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