GPO Implementation Specialist

GPO Implementation Specialist

The COC GPO Implementation Specialist is responsible for the successful implementation of new continuum of care customers and ensures that the customers are connected to their distributor or wholesaler and all vendors, meeting the expectations of the customer and the field sales team for a successful implementation. The purpose of this role is to support the Premier sales teams through the new member implementation and conversion process.

This position is extremely versatile working in collaboration with the Premier sales teams, Premier Channel Partners, Contracted Distributors and Wholesalers, Contracted Suppliers as well as other Continuum of Care support teams including pharmacy analysts, contract analysts, the data analytics team, and suppliers contract connection teams. This role is also responsible for assisting in contract tracking, supplier engagement and contract onboarding, analytics, member communications and support, project deliverable monitoring, distribution pricing connection facilitation, savings documentation, maintaining relationships with internal and external groups and other tasks as needed throughout the implementation process.

• Act as the central ‘air traffic controller’ of all new implementation or conversion projects: communicate the status of each project to all stakeholders, track results, and adapt internal processes based on customer supply chain operations.
• Serve as the main point of contact for existing member contract connections, including site expansion, renewal agreements, and audit‑identified opportunities; obtain necessary paperwork and coordinate with sales and marketing to secure missing contacts.

• 4+ years of applicable experience.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Pharmacy contract experience.

• Critical thinking, excellent communication skills, and project management experience.
• At least 2 years managing cross‑functional projects.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, including facilitating group discussions and presenting complex technical information.
• Experience in a healthcare or pharmacy company.
• Bachelor’s degree.

• Remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods.
• Be adaptive and change priorities quickly while meeting deadlines.
• Attention to detail.
• Operate computer programs and software.
• Communicate effectively with audiences in person and electronically.
• Day‑to‑day contact with others (co‑workers or the public).
• Make independent decisions.
• Work collaboratively in a business environment with peers and varying interruptions.

Remote. No travel required. Physical demands: sedentary work with occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds. Remaining stationary most of the time.

Premier's compensation philosophy is to ensure that compensation is reasonable, equitable, and competitive to attract and retain highly skilled employees. The internal salary range for this role is $72,000 – $120,000, with final salary dependent on market factors and internal equity.

• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement program
• Paid time off
• Participation in Premier's employee incentive plans
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities

• Ranked #1 on Charlotte's Healthiest Employers list for 2019, 2020, 2022, and 2023, and 21st Healthiest Employer in America (2023)
• Named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for 16 consecutive years
• Modern Healthcare Best in Business Award:
  Consultant – Healthcare Management (2024)
• Recognized by KLAS twice for Overall Healthcare Management Consulting

• Perks and discounts
• Access to on‑site and online exercise classes

Premier is looking for smart, agile individuals to help transform the healthcare industry. We value critical thinkers who have the freedom to make an impact, and colleagues who are committed to improving the health of a nation.

Premier is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without…