Pharmacy Consultant

TRS is seeking an innovative and experienced Pharmacy Consultant to help drive pharmacy and medical drug strategies for one of the largest public-sector health plans in Texas. The ideal candidate is a licensed pharmacist with strong pharmacy benefit management expertise who can translate complex clinical and financial data into actionable insights that improve health outcomes and manage drug costs. This role is well suited for a strategic, collaborative professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and values mission‑driven work with meaningful impact. WHAT YOU WILL DO: Pharmacy strategy performance • Identifies clinical trend drivers and cost‑saving opportunities across both pharmacy and medical drug spend to guide benefit and clinical program decisions and deliver clear, actionable recommendations. • Leads and participates in recurring vendor meetings relating to clinical pharmacy initiatives, including comprehensive vendor reviews, independent strategy/performance assessments, and ongoing operational and strategic work sessions. • Develops and executes customized strategic plans to achieve targeted short‑ and long‑term goals. • Designs, tailors, and implements evidence‑based clinical programs (e.g., prior authorization, formulary management, utilization management). • Uses and interprets large claims data sets and clinical data, as well as PBM and other vendor program indicators/reports to identify cost savings or clinical improvement opportunities and monitor program performance. • Stays current on regulatory changes, drug pricing updates, compendia updates, and market trends; translate impact and recommended actions to drive internal decision-making. Cross-Functional Support • Serves as a subject matter expert (SME) and collaborate across actuarial, finance, and operations to meet health plan goals. • Acts as a liaison relating to clinical pharmacy initiatives between internal teams and vendors, ensuring alignment, clear communication, and timely execution. • Leads the identification and development of initiatives that reduce health plan drug costs while enhancing clinical outcomes and member experience. Performs related work as assigned.