Working Title:
MMCAP Pharmacy Program Manager- Pharmacist Manager
Job Class:
Pharmacist ManagerAgency:
Administration Dept- + •Job ID•: 94514 + •Location•: St.
Paul +
- Telework Eligible
- : Yes +
- Full/Part Time
- : Full-Time +
- Regular/Temporary
- : Unlimited +
- Who May Apply
- : Open to all qualified job seekers +
- Date Posted
- : 05/29/2026 +
- Closing Date
- : 06/29/2026 +
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit
- : Administration Dept / Administration-Managerial +
- Division/Unit
- : MMCAP Program +
- Work Shift/Work Hours
- : Day Shift +
- Days of Work
- : Monday
- Friday +
- Travel Required
- : No +
Salary Range:
- $63.00
- $90.12 / hourly; $131,544
- $188,170 / annually +
- Classified Status
- : Classified +
- Bargaining Unit/Union
- : 220
- Manager/Unrep +
- FLSA Status
- : Exempt
- Executive + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
- The work you'll do is more than just a job.
- At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans.
The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. MMCAP is a governmental cooperative purchasing organization for government facilities in all fifty (50) states. MMCAP is operated by the State of Minnesota's Department of Administration
- Office of State Procurement ( https://infuse-mn.
gov/ ). As a Pharmacist Manager, you will lead MMCAP's pharmacy contracting strategy by directing the Pharmacy Contracts Unit within the Office of State Procurement. The role establishes goals and objectives for the unit, oversees personnel, and provides expert guidance on drug purchasing, pricing, and manufacturer and distributor negotiations. Additionally, this position delivers clinical and pharmaceutical expertise to support MMCAP's national program, including analysis of therapeutic classes and formulary opportunities, to help secure the best value for members. This position is eligible for up to a 50% hybrid telework arrangement. With a telework arrangement, additional onsite attendance may be required for team meetings or as requested by management to meet business needs. Completion of a telework agreement will be required. Please review the Telework Policy (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) for details.
- Minimum Qualifications
- Education and Licensure Requirement + Doctor of Pharmacy degree and current license to practice Pharmacy in the State of Minnesota Applicants will be further assessed on the following requirements: + Four (4) years of leadership experience managing, developing, and supporting multidisciplinary staff (such as pharmacy, legal, and technology professionals) with the ability to motivate teams, direct work, and foster continuous improvement.
+ Knowledge of pharmaceutical procurement principles and practices, including operations, management, therapeutic equivalents, and bioequivalent drugs. + Demonstrated understanding of clinical and therapeutic considerations necessary to support group purchasing operations. + Knowledge of statutory, policy, and legal requirements related to public-sector contracting, including the ability to oversee or conduct "make or buy" analyses, develop and evaluate Requests for Proposal (RFPs), and administer contracts. + Familiarity with the National Drug Code (NDC) system, pharmaceutical wholesale pricing strategies, and pharmacy contracting pricing terminology. + Strong interpersonal, relationship-building, and communication skills to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders, vendor partners, and member organizations.
- Preferred Qualifications
- + Experience in a Group Purchasing Organization (GPO).
+ Understanding of public health policy analysis and research. + Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and make critical decisions with broad program impact. + Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities. + Skill in listening, fact-finding, and issue identification, with sensitivity to diverse perspectives.
- Additional Requirements
- Successful applicants must pass a criminal background check through American DataBank and employment reference checks prior to employment.
A criminal history does not automatically disqualify an applicant, and each case will be reviewed individually in alignment with fair hiring practices.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
