Company Description

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Job Description

Joining AbbVie means, you will be part of a team of outstanding professionals dedicated to making a remarkable impact on patients' lives. At AbbVie, we conduct ground-breaking science on a global scale every day. AbbVie Canada is one of the Best Workplaces in Canada whereby 98% of our employees are proud to say they work for AbbVie and 96% are proud of how we contribute to the community.

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AbbVie’s mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people’s lives across several key therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, virology, women’s health, and gastroenterology, in addition to products and services across its Allergan Aesthetics portfolio.

We have an opportunity for a Manager, Pharmacy Operations & Advocacy to join our Pharmacy Partnership & Strategy team for an 18-month term. In alignment with our corporate strategies, the Manager, Pharmacy Operations & Advocacy is responsible for developing and managing relations with important pharmacy stakeholders in Canada to support the Pharmacy Strategy & Market Access team. This position is based in either Quebec (Saint-Laurent) or Ontario (Markham).

Key responsibilities:

Manager, Pharmacy Operations & Advocacy is the Pharmacy Profession subject matter expert at AbbVie. As part of the Pharmacy Partnership & Strategy team, the individual will play a key role in the development and deployment of initiatives impacting pharmacists across all departments. This individual will collaborate closely with Market Access and other cross functional groups to achieve business objectives.

Contribute to the growth of the business, as well as the strategic direction of the Pharmacy Partnership & Strategy team by:Acting as an SME for pharmacy and collaborate across the team to deliver on both team & department objectivesActing as the main point of contact with pharmacy associations to gather insights & identify how we can collaborate with their members to advance our impact in pharmacyIdentify & monitoring the changing rights of pharmacists across Canada (prescribing rights, therapeutic substitution, and expanded scope) as well as the opportunities for our brands and the therapeutic areas we serveProvide guidance and recommendations at all levels of the organization concerning the impact and feasibility of pharmacy dedicated initiativesAs a member of several brand teams, identify and execute on pharmacy opportunities that are aligned with the strategic priorities of the brand teamsOrganize and/or lead external discussions, initiatives, and communications with pharmacy HCPs in collaboration with commercial & market accessCoordination & execution of pharmacy advisory board meetings for insight gatheringIdentify and evaluate the best options on how to connect & communicate with pharmacists depending on business needsPartner with the Market Access Team to develop strategies to address government and/or payer policy changes as it relates to pharmacyManage & lead relationships with Pharmacist KOLs across CanadaEstablish & build connections with university pharmacy faculty in collaboration with the market access teamLead / support pharmacy & pharmacist initiatives in collaboration with cross-functional colleagues (Health Education, Corporate Affairs, & Commercial)Coordination & Support of RFPsWork with third party & internal colleagues to ensure timely response & submission of RFPsIdentify opportunities in hospital pharmacy space (as required)
Qualifications

Education / Experience required:

Bachelor of Science degree in science or another related field. Being a Registered Pharmacist would be considered a great asset.Strong knowledge of the Canadian Healthcare system is requiredPrevious experience in relevant roles requiring a comprehensive understanding of both the pharmaceutical industry & pharmacy landscape in Canada (minimum of five to eight years)Proven track record in pharmacy advocacy, stakeholder management & pharmacy operations.

Essential skills and abilities:

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.).Ability to think strategically in a dynamic and changing landscapeStrong organizational and project management skills to balance multiple projects and prioritiesCross-functional leadership skills and team player; able to lead without direct authorityStrong communication skills both oral and writtenStrong strategic and influencing skillsTravel required about 20 % of the time.Valid driver’s license and passport.
Additional Information

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

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