Vendor Relations Specialist

Vendor Relations Specialist

EmpiRx Health is the leading clinically-driven pharmacy benefits management company. As the pioneer in value-based pharmacy care, EmpiRx Health puts its customers and members first by enabling them to take control of their pharmacy benefits, healthcare outcomes, and financial results. 

We place more emphasis on member care than any other PBM by focusing on health outcomes first. Our pharmacists and clinicians are at the center of everything we do―and our population health solution delivers tailored strategies for our clients. Leveraging our newly launched, AI-powered pharmacy care platform, Clinically™, EmpiRx Health’s pharmacists and client experience teams provide the highest quality pharmacy care to our clients and their members. This enables benefits plan sponsors to keep their members healthy, happy, and productive, while substantially reducing prescription drug spending, which has been on an explosive growth trajectory in recent years.

EmpiRx Health is in unprecedented growth, and we're seeking a highly skilled and experienced Vendor Relations Specialist. In this critical role, The Vendor Relations Specialist supports assigned vendor relationships by coordinating day-to-day vendor activities, tracking performance, resolving routine issues, maintaining governance documentation, and keeping internal stakeholders informed. This role helps ensure vendor commitments are monitored, follow-up items are completed, and service quality supports EmpiRx Health's operational and member experience goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Vendor Relationship and Coordination:

• Serve as the day-to-day contact for routine assigned vendor activities.
• Build productive working relationships with vendor representatives and internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate vendor meetings, agendas, decisions, and action-item follow-up.
• Support vendor-related operational initiatives, communication changes, and implementation activities.

Vendor Performance Management:

• Monitor vendor performance against established KPIs, SLAs, and operational expectations.
• Review vendor reports, scorecards, service levels, turnaround times, and quality measures.
• Identify performance trends, risks, issues, or opportunities for follow-up.
• Support the development, tracking, and completion of corrective action plans.

Issue Management & Resolution:

• Coordinate the tracking and resolution of vendor issues and service concerns.
• Maintain issue logs, action-item trackers, and escalation records.
• Facilitate follow-up between vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Escalate recurring or unresolved issues through established governance channels.

Reporting & Analytics:

• Maintain vendor performance scorecards and recurring reports.
• Track key performance indicators and operational metrics.
• Prepare clear summaries for leadership and stakeholder review.
• Support quarterly business reviews and other vendor performance discussions.

Documentation & Governance Support:

• Maintain vendor documentation, governance records, contact lists, and reporting schedules.
• Keep meeting materials, action logs, performance reports, and vendor files current.
• Support compliance reviews and audit requests by maintaining organized records.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to improve vendor processes, reporting, service quality, and communication.
• Recommend practical workflow improvements and administrative efficiencies.
• Support SOP development and implementation of approved process improvements.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or other relevant education and experience as determined by the company.
• 0-2 years of professional experience in vendor management, account management, pharmacy operations, business operations, project coordination, procurement, or related fields.
• Strong communication, relationship management, organization, and follow-through skills.
• Basic analytical, reporting, problem-solving, and issue-resolution skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and other Microsoft 365 applications.
• Ability to learn healthcare and PBM operations quickly.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• Healthcare, PBM, or Pharmacy experience.
• Experience using SharePoint, Smartsheet, Jira, Power BI, Salesforce, or similar business systems.
• Experience supporting vendor, client, supplier, or partner relationships.

Success Measures:

• Assigned vendor activities are coordinated effectively and professionally.
• Vendor issues and action items are tracked, escalated, and resolved timely.
• Performance reporting is accurate, timely, and useful to stakeholders.
• Vendor documentation remains organized, current, and audit-ready.
• Vendor service quality meets established expectations.

Work Environment: In Office in Montvale, NJ/ Remote flexibility may be considered for the right candidate based on experience, qualifications, and business needs

Benefits And Perks

Subject to program eligibility, this position qualifies for a robust suite of benefits including: Paid Time Off, a 401(k) program, Health Insurance including Dental & Vision coverage, Student Loan Reimbursement, Health Savings Account, and an Employee Assistance Program.

The expected salary range for this New Jersey position is between $67,302 - $84,127. Total earnings may also include various incentive options. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, education, geographic location, and other job-related factors as permitted by law. Subject to program eligibility, this position qualifies for a robust suite of benefits including: Paid Time Off, a 401(k) program, Health Insurance including Dental & Vision coverage, Tuition Reimbursement, Health Savings Account, and an Employee Assistance Program.)

EmpiRx Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

At EmpiRx Health, we wholeheartedly embrace the power of diversity and the magic of inclusion. The kaleidoscope of unique perspectives, backgrounds, and talents fuels our innovation and sets us apart. We're on a mission to build a team as diverse as the world we serve, where everyone is welcome and celebrated. We're not just breaking down barriers; we're actively erasing them to create an environment where opportunity knows no bounds. In unity, we find our strength and invite individuals from all walks of life to join us in our exhilarating journey to shape a brighter, more inclusive future together.

Note: This job description is a general outline of responsibilities and qualifications for the role. Additional duties may be assigned, and the position may evolve to meet the organization's needs.