Pharmacy Business Advisor

Overview

Are you ready to join an enthusiastic team of professionals working to support community pharmacies across the country? American Associated Pharmacies (AAP) is one of the largest independent pharmacy cooperatives in the United States. Along with its distribution subsidiary, API Warehouse, the company supports thousands of independent pharmacy owners, helping them thrive in a competitive healthcare market. AAP is currently looking for a highly motivated Pharmacy Business Advisor residing in or near Spokane WA to represent Washington, Oregon, Alaska, Montana, and Idaho.

Objective:
An effective Pharmacy Business Advisor will grow the assigned territory through outside and inside sales in the dynamic retail independent pharmacy market. A successful BA will build relationships with external business partners and work collaboratively to achieve shared success. Sales presentations and business reviews will be made in person to owners and stakeholders to secure new business and increase existing business.

80% travel within the assigned territory and 50% overnight travel is expected.

• Increase AAP membership and API warehouse sales
• Retain AAP members by:
  • Maintaining a consistent sales call schedule
  • Providing valuable insight on the retail pharmacy industry to owners/stakeholders
• Increase managed care (PSAO) enrollment
• Grow key strategic AAP programs
• Understand current industry trends, events, legislature and managed care influences to keep owners/stakeholders up to date
• Maintain customer relationship management (CRM) software with timely and insightful information for both members and prospects
• Manage assigned territory in an efficient, cost-effective manner
• Present a professional image of AAP

• Two (2) or more years outside sales experience demonstrating top performance
• Retail independent pharmacy experience preferred
• Pharmacy managed care experience preferred
• Give effective and persuasive presentations, both in person and remotely
• Demonstrated listening skills that communicates you understand others’ perspectives and needs
• Financial and mathematics acumen to present financial analyses
• Microsoft Excel proficiency
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to define, diagnose and solve problems
• Pipeline and time management skills

This job description is not all-inclusive. In addition, AAP reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. AAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Submitting an online application is a pre-screening application only and candidates may be required to complete a full application and additional pre-employment screenings (as needed) prior to being offered an employment opportunity.

This information is provided to applicants in accordance with state and local laws:
New hires start between $67,000 and $72,000 base rate per year plus commissions. The hired applicant will be offered pay based on qualifications and professional experience. This position is eligible for performance-based uncapped sales commission and a company-provided vehicle. For additional details regarding the benefits, statements apply.