Director, Pharmacy Procurement & Strategic Sourcing
Boston, Massachusetts | On-Site
This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for an experienced pharmacy supply chain executive to drive enterprise-wide procurement strategy across a complex and rapidly evolving healthcare environment. Positioned at the intersection of strategic sourcing, operational transformation, financial stewardship, and healthcare innovation, this role offers the chance to influence pharmacy operations at scale while shaping long-term supply chain strategy.
Ideal for a senior leader with deep expertise in pharmacy procurement and 340B environments, this position provides significant visibility and the opportunity to lead large-scale optimisation initiatives across inpatient, outpatient, retail, infusion, and community-based operations.
The Opportunity
As Director of Pharmacy Procurement & Strategic Sourcing, you will provide strategic oversight for pharmacy sourcing and procurement operations across a broad healthcare network.
You will:
Lead enterprise-wide pharmacy procurement and sourcing strategy across all care settings
Oversee large-scale pharmacy spend portfolios exceeding $1B+
Develop and implement standardised procurement governance, sourcing controls, and supplier strategies
Drive cost optimisation, pricing discipline, and operational consistency across the organisation
Manage wholesaler, distributor, manufacturer, and GPO relationships
Lead sourcing initiatives across WAC, GPO, 340B purchasing pathways, and alternative distribution models
Partner closely with Finance, Supply Chain, Pharmacy Leadership, and Information Services to align procurement strategy with operational and financial goals
Establish procurement performance metrics, dashboards, and continuous improvement initiatives
Support procurement transformation through automation, process improvement, and enhanced system utilisation
Mentor and develop procurement leaders and cross-functional teams
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $180,000 – $230,000
Sign-On Bonus: Negotiable
Relocation Assistance: Not provided
Schedule: Full-Time | On-Site
Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Retirement Plan
Generous Paid Time Off
Additional employee wellbeing and professional development programs
What Makes This Role Stand Out
Opportunity to lead procurement strategy within a large-scale, highly complex healthcare environment
Significant executive visibility and enterprise-level influence
Exposure to advanced pharmacy sourcing models, 340B strategy, and large-scale supplier management
Ability to shape procurement transformation initiatives across multiple sites and care settings
Strong collaboration with executive leadership, finance, operations, and supply chain teams
A culture committed to innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement
Candidate Profile
Essential Requirements:
Bachelor of Science from an accredited college or university
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in pharmacy supply chain, procurement, sourcing, or drug contracting
Experience managing complex pharmacy spend portfolios valued at $1B or greater
Expertise with wholesaler contracts, GPO services, purchasing systems, and contract compliance tools
Experience supporting or operating within 340B-eligible pharmacy environments
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degree (MBA, MS, or PharmD)
340B ACE designation
Strong understanding of pharmacy sourcing economics and contracting models
Proven leadership, stakeholder management, and change management capability
Advanced analytical, financial, and operational optimisation skills
This is a career-defining opportunity for a pharmacy procurement leader seeking to combine strategic influence, operational transformation, and enterprise leadership within a highly respected healthcare organisation focused on innovation, scalability, and long-term impact.