• Develop and execute a comprehensive pharmacy strategy aligned with company objectives, regulatory requirements, and market dynamics • Partner with executive leadership on long-term strategies for affordability, risk management, and competitive differentiation in pharmacy benefit design • Serve as a thought leader on emerging trends in pharmacy (e.g., biosimilars, gene therapies, specialty drug management, value-based contracting) • Oversee all aspects of pharmacy operations, including formulary development, utilization management, and clinical pharmacy programs • Lead relationships with PBMs, specialty pharmacies, and other strategic vendors, ensuring strong performance, compliance, and financial accountability • Ensure pharmacy programs are member-centered, clinically sound, cost-effective, and operationally efficient • Drive strategies to manage drug trends and medical/pharmacy integration, balancing affordability with access and quality of care • Partner with Actuarial, Finance, and Product teams to forecast pharmacy spend and inform pricing, product design, and value-based initiatives • Oversee development of innovative contracting models with pharmaceutical manufacturers, including outcomes-based agreements • Maintain oversight of pharmacy reporting, audits, and risk management processes • Build and lead a high-performing pharmacy team across clinical, operational, and strategic functions • Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability