Senior Trade Operations Analyst

Overview

A commercial-stage biopharmaceutical organization is seeking a Senior Trade Operations Analyst to serve as a key liaison between distribution and specialty pharmacy data and operations. This role focuses on transforming complex datasets into actionable insights to drive business outcomes and program performance for specific pharmaceutical brands. The position involves cross-functional collaboration to implement projects, optimize service delivery, and maintain high-quality standards in specialty pharmacy program management.

Responsibilities

• Analyze key access, service, and trade performance metrics to provide actionable insights and recommendations for improving business outcomes and program performance.
• Prepare analytical reports and present findings to senior management, supporting key strategic initiatives.
• Analyze operational trends to identify opportunities for improving efficiency and enhancing the patient experience across distribution partners.
• Coordinate resolutions to distribution partner issues to reduce patient time to treatment.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders to support quicker access to treatment at specialty pharmacies.
• Perform variance analyses and investigate unexpected changes in trade performance, customer purchasing behavior, and distribution trends.
• Partner with the Trade Operations Manager to produce monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc reports on inventory, sales, trade spend, and customer performance.
• Prepare and deliver quarterly business reviews and operational updates for internal stakeholders and distribution partners as appropriate.
• Identify opportunities to improve trade operations processes, reporting, and data quality through process improvements and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 6 to 8 years of experience in pharmaceutical market access, trade operations, analytics, specialty pharmacy, account management, or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of trade distribution, specialty pharmacy operations, reporting, and analytics.
• Understanding of pharmaceutical distribution channels, including wholesalers, specialty distributors, and specialty pharmacies.
• Demonstrated ability to build and manage cross-functional relationships and collaborate with external partners.
• Strong communication, presentation, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex data and recommendations.
• Proficiency in relevant software applications and tools for data analysis and reporting is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual base salary range: $140,000 - $171,000, determined by experience, qualifications, and internal equity.
• Potential eligibility for an annual bonus and equity awards.
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • 401(k) plan with employer match
  • 12 weeks of paid parental leave
  • Up to 12 weeks of living organ and bone marrow leave
  • Equity incentive plans
  • Health plans covering medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Flexible time off
  • Annual winter holiday shutdown
  • At least 11 paid holidays

Location

Not specified.

Additional Information

This employer is an equal opportunity organization. They do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or recruiters without a valid, signed search agreement. Any unsolicited resumes submitted without such an agreement will be considered the property of the organization, and no fees will be paid if a hire results from such submissions.