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Maricopa County, AZ

Psychiatrist

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$243K - $352K/yr

Clozapine REMS certified * Suboxone waiver Job Contributions * Evaluate new admissions to reach a diagnosis and treat identified mental illness * Re-evaluates patients under care to refine diagnosis ...

Maricopa

Psychiatrist

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$243K - $352K/yr

Clozapine REMS certified * Suboxone waiver Job Contributions * Evaluate new admissions to reach a diagnosis and treat identified mental illness * Re-evaluates patients under care to refine diagnosis ...

Maricopa County

Psychiatrist

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Clozapine REMS certified * Suboxone waiver Job Contributions: * Evaluate new admissions to reach a diagnosis and treat identified mental illness * Re-evaluates patients under care to refine diagnosis ...

Maricopa County, AZ

Psychiatrist

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$243K - $352K/yr

Clozapine REMS certified * Suboxone waiver Job Contributions * Evaluate new admissions to reach a diagnosis and treat identified mental illness * Re-evaluates patients under care to refine diagnosis ...

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Psychiatrist

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Clozapine REMS certified * Suboxone waiver Job Contributions: * Evaluate new admissions to reach a diagnosis and treat identified mental illness * Re-evaluates patients under care to refine diagnosis ...

Polara Health

Medical Assistant

Prescott Valley, AZ · On-site

$17.50 - $22.25/hr

Is proficient in Rems, Altheas, Rapid Result Tests (UDS), PFT, EKG, TMS, AIMS Testing, Med reconciliation & refills (Training protocol). Must be diligent with emails and voice mail transfers to RN ...

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A REMS (Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy) job typically involves managing drug safety programs required by the FDA to ensure that the benefits of certain medications outweigh their risks. Professionals in this role work on designing, implementing, and monitoring strategies like patient education, provider training, and restricted distribution programs. They often collaborate with regulatory agencies, healthcare providers, and pharmaceutical companies to ensure compliance with REMS requirements.

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A REMS Coordinator or Specialist is responsible for managing and implementing Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies to comply with FDA regulations and ensure patient safety. Their daily tasks often include coordinating data collection, preparing compliance reports, training healthcare providers or internal staff on REMS requirements, and monitoring adherence to risk management protocols. They frequently collaborate with cross-functional teams such as regulatory affairs, safety, clinical operations, and external partners. This role requires staying up-to-date with evolving regulations and communicating any required process updates to stakeholders, making organization and flexibility key to success.

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To thrive as a REMS (Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies) Coordinator or Specialist, you need experience in pharmaceutical compliance, clinical research, and regulatory affairs, often backed by a bachelor's degree in a life science field. Familiarity with FDA regulations, REMS program management software, and documentation systems is essential. Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams are vital for the role. These competencies ensure that REMS programs are implemented effectively to protect patient safety and maintain regulatory compliance.

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Vice President, Trade Relations & Manufacturer Strategy

Birdi

Paradise Valley, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Vice President, Trade Relations & Manufacturer Strategy
Why Birdi?
At Birdi, we're redefining the pharmacy experience through innovation, clinical excellence, and patient-centered care. As we continue to expand our specialty pharmacy capabilities, we're building strategic relationships that create access to life-changing therapies and improve outcomes for the patients we serve.
This is an opportunity to join a growing organization and shape the future of Birdi's specialty pharmacy strategy. You'll work directly with pharmaceutical manufacturers, executive leadership, and cross-functional teams to secure network access, develop innovative partnerships, and drive meaningful revenue growth.
About the Role
The Vice President, Trade Relations & Manufacturer Strategy owns Birdi's enterprise-wide manufacturer strategy and serves as the organization's primary executive relationship owner for pharmaceutical manufacturers.
This is a highly visible, revenue-generating leadership position responsible for securing Limited Distribution Drug (LDD) access, negotiating manufacturer agreements, commercializing pharmacy data assets, and developing value-added service offerings that strengthen Birdi's position within the specialty pharmacy ecosystem.
Success in this role requires a unique combination of clinical expertise, commercial acumen, specialty pharmacy knowledge, and executive-level relationship management. You will serve as Birdi's voice to manufacturer trade, market access, brand, and patient services teams while helping position the organization for future specialty growth opportunities.
What You'll Do
Lead Manufacturer Relations Strategy
  • Serve as the executive owner of Birdi's relationships with pharmaceutical manufacturers.
  • Build and maintain executive-level relationships across manufacturer trade, market access, brand, medical affairs, and patient services teams.
  • Lead quarterly and annual business reviews with manufacturers focused on performance, growth opportunities, and strategic alignment.
  • Represent Birdi in enterprise-wide discussions with manufacturers, distributors, and industry partners.
Drive Limited Distribution Drug (LDD) Access & Network Placement
  • Own Birdi's LDD growth strategy across specialty, rare disease, oncology, orphan, and other high-cost therapies.
  • Lead manufacturer RFIs, RFPs, audits, site visits, presentations, and capability reviews.
  • Negotiate network participation and distribution agreements.
  • Develop and maintain a prioritized specialty pipeline with projected revenue and margin opportunities.
  • Protect existing network access and manage re-credentialing activities related to licensure, accreditation, or organizational changes.
Expand Data & Commercial Service Revenue
  • Lead the development, negotiation, and execution of manufacturer data agreements.
  • Define and commercialize Birdi's specialty pharmacy data offerings.
  • Partner with IT, Analytics, Compliance, and Operations teams to ensure data quality and reporting excellence.
  • Build and manage data revenue as a measurable business line.
  • Establish scalable reporting programs that support manufacturer requirements and network retention.
Create & Grow Enhanced Service Offerings
  • Design and negotiate enhanced manufacturer service agreements beyond traditional dispensing services.
  • Develop service offerings related to:
    • Medication adherence and persistence
    • Patient onboarding
    • REMS support
    • Benefits investigation and prior authorization
    • Cold chain management
    • Nursing and injection training
    • Market research and patient support programs
  • Ensure all contracted services are operationally feasible, financially sound, and measurable.
Lead Pipeline Strategy & Launch Readiness
  • Monitor emerging therapies, pipeline products, PDUFA dates, biosimilars, and specialty market trends.
  • Identify future access opportunities 12 to 24 months before commercial launch.
  • Develop readiness plans around staffing, technology, accreditation, clinical programs, and operational capabilities.
  • Present pipeline opportunities and risks to executive leadership and the Board.
Industry Leadership & Market Presence
  • Own Birdi's conference and manufacturer engagement strategy for:
    • Asembia
    • NASP
    • AMCP
    • PCMA
    • Industry distributor and payer forums
  • Build Birdi's reputation through speaking engagements, panels, publications, and industry participation.
  • Develop a measurable manufacturer opportunity pipeline from conference activity and industry networking.
Build & Lead the Function
  • Recruit, develop, and mentor the Trade Relations team.
  • Establish performance goals and long-term team strategy.
  • Partner with Operations, Finance, Clinical Services, Compliance, and IT to ensure contractual commitments are operationally achievable.
  • Contribute to enterprise planning, budgeting, and specialty growth initiatives.
Ensure Compliance & Contract Integrity
  • Partner with Legal and Compliance teams to structure manufacturer relationships appropriately.
  • Maintain compliance with applicable regulations, including:
    • Anti-Kickback Statute
    • HIPAA
    • DSCSA
    • Medicare Part D
    • Sunshine Act/Open Payments requirements
  • Manage agreement renewals, contract obligations, and audit readiness activities.
  • Support manufacturer-related accreditation and quality initiatives.
What You'll Bring
Required Qualifications
Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Health Administration, Business, Life Sciences, or a related field.
  • PharmD strongly preferred.
  • Advanced degree (MBA, MHA, MS) preferred.
  • Active pharmacist license is highly desirable.
Experience
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in specialty pharmacy, pharmaceutical trade relations, specialty distribution, or manufacturer contracting.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience.
  • Demonstrated success securing Limited Distribution Drug (LDD) and exclusive network access opportunities.
  • Experience negotiating manufacturer data agreements and enhanced service contracts.
  • Established relationships with pharmaceutical manufacturer trade and market access leaders.
  • Track record of leading successful manufacturer presentations, competitive evaluations, and network selection processes.
  • Experience presenting to executive leadership and Boards of Directors.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Deep clinical knowledge across specialty disease states.
  • Strong understanding of specialty pharmacy operations and patient support models.
  • Exceptional negotiation and relationship management skills.
  • Demonstrated commercial and financial acumen.
  • Ability to develop and defend revenue, margin, and service fee models.
  • Strong analytical and presentation skills.
  • Understanding of manufacturer-pharmacy regulatory requirements and fair market value principles.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple complex negotiations simultaneously.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and contract management systems.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in both specialty pharmacy and mail-order pharmacy environments.
  • Understanding of PBM economics and payer network strategy.
  • Familiarity with URAC, ACHC, and NABP accreditation standards.
  • Experience supporting rare disease, cell and gene therapy, oncology, or biosimilar distribution strategies.
  • Knowledge of 340B programs, hub services, patient assistance programs, and copay support models.
Work Environment
  • Remote/home-office based position.
  • Up to 40% travel, including overnight travel.
  • Frequent attendance at industry conferences, manufacturer meetings, and partner events.
  • Ability to sit and stand for extended periods.
  • Travel may include both automobile and air transportation.
Why This Role Matters
This role is central to Birdi's specialty pharmacy growth strategy. As Vice President, Trade Relations & Manufacturer Strategy, you will help determine which therapies Birdi can access, which manufacturers choose Birdi as a strategic partner, and how the organization expands its specialty footprint. Your work will directly influence revenue growth, patient access, manufacturer partnerships, and Birdi's long-term competitive position within the specialty pharmacy market.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Birdi is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Birdi is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and employment relationship. If you require an accommodation, please notify a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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