Optum is a global organisation that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent
• Experience in pharmaceutical industry or healthcare sector
• Experience in market analysis, financial analysis and strategy development
• Proven ability to work well and collaboratively, with multiple teams or departments for business growth or profitability goals
• Proven ability to manage concurrent projects and prioritise accordingly
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, clearly and concisely conveying complex or technical information in a manner that others can understand, as well as ability to understand and interpret complex information

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy
• Advanced degree (MBA or PharmD)
• Certified project management experience

ABOUT THE ROLE:

As a Fortune 5 business, we’re one of the world’s leading healthcare companies. There are no limits here on the resources you’ll have or the challenges you’ll encounter.
We have been supporting global healthcare systems from Ireland and the UK for more than 20 years, building a dynamic and diverse team of more than 2,100 talented individuals. With a continued record of growth and stability, we’re on the constant lookout for fresh talent to join our expanding teams.
Emisar is a Group Purchasing Organisation within the overall Optum structure, working closely with manufacturers to negotiate value on pharmaceutical products for the benefit of our member.
Emisar is looking for an experienced, curious and self-motivated individual who will support the establishment and operations of the Pharma Strategy function. The role will suit individuals who are adept in critical-thinking and problem solving. The Pharma Strategy function supports the organisation through competitor and pharma market analysis, insightful strategy development and business team support in negotiations where required. The successful candidate will report to the VP Pharma Strategy, Emisar. We are looking for people who can collaborate cross-functionally with various business, finance, operations and clinical teams, demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple competing business projects at one time.
Careers with Optum offer flexible work arrangements and individuals who live and work in the Republic of Ireland will have the opportunity to split their monthly work hours between our Dublin or Letterkenny and telecommuting from a home-based office in a hybrid work model.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analysis of the US healthcare market and surveillance of policy changes that impact US Commercial pharmacy benefit design and operations
• Monitor both internal and external resources and databases for commercially-pertinent information in relation to business priorities
• Financial modeling analytics for rebate optimization and lowest net cost strategy assessment of pharmaceutical products
• Develop strategic recommendations to support our members to solve for economic challenges
• Leverage pharmaceutical, business, and regulatory knowledge to ensure proposed solutions and/or strategic partnerships are in compliance with all regulations
  You will be rewarded and recognised for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role, as well as providing development for other roles you may be interested in.