[Remote] Program Manager, Strategy & Business Development

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Birdi is a company focused on strategic initiatives and business development in the healthcare sector. The Program Manager will provide operational, project management, and strategic research support to senior leadership, ensuring the alignment and execution of high-priority initiatives across various business functions.

Responsibilities

• Track and manage strategic initiatives across the Strategic Initiatives & Business Development department
• Maintain initiative roadmaps, project plans, dashboards, and status reporting utilizing tools such as Smartsheet, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Excel
• Partner with stakeholders across business functions to ensure initiatives remain on schedule and deliverables are achieved
• Maintain risk, dependency, and issue logs while proactively identifying blockers and recommending solutions
• Monitor action items, ownership, and deadlines while driving accountability across teams
• Create executive summaries, status reports, and leadership updates highlighting progress, milestones, risks, decisions required, and strategic impact
• Support project governance processes and establish visibility into initiative performance and outcomes
• Develop agendas for leadership, team, and cross-functional meetings in collaboration with the SVP
• Facilitate meeting coordination, document key decisions, capture action items, and follow through to ensure completion
• Coordinate meeting cadence and scheduling with internal and external stakeholders
• Prepare briefing materials and talking points for leadership meetings, presentations, and strategic discussions
• Foster communication and alignment across business units to support successful initiative execution
• Ensure stakeholders remain informed of project progress, priorities, risks, and required actions
• Prepare client, manufacturer, partner, and prospect briefing materials related to business development activities
• Conduct research on prospective partners, manufacturers, and industry stakeholders to support business development strategy
• Develop market and target profiles that provide actionable insights regarding competitive positioning and growth opportunities
• Coordinate follow-up activities throughout the business development pipeline to ensure opportunities continue to advance
• Manage pipeline review meetings and support reporting related to business development performance and opportunities
• Organize RFP activities, collect supporting materials, and coordinate responses with internal stakeholders
• Conduct market research, competitive intelligence, and industry analysis to support strategic planning and executive decision-making
• Compile manufacturer landscape assessments and industry overviews
• Support research efforts related to potential acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and growth opportunities
• Track PBM, specialty pharmacy, healthcare, and pharmaceutical industry trends and communicate key business implications to leadership
• Assist with market-sizing activities, opportunity assessments, and business case development
• Support quarterly business reviews and strategic planning activities
• Prepare executive presentations, reports, dashboards, and leadership communications
• Track strategic priorities and ensure visibility into progress against organizational goals
• Support the SVP with special projects, research requests, and operational priorities
• Maintain discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive business information
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, Project Management, or a related field; equivalent industry experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• 5+ years of experience in strategy, operations, project management, business development, healthcare consulting, or chief-of-staff-type roles
• Experience supporting executive leaders and facilitating cross-functional initiatives
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management/collaboration tools such as Smartsheet, Asana, and Microsoft Project
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build productive relationships across all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated ability to influence and coordinate cross-functional teams without direct authority
• Ability to work effectively with senior leaders, internal stakeholders, customers, and external partners
• Proven ability to drive accountability and follow-through on strategic initiatives
• Strong project management, organizational, and prioritization skills
• Experience managing complex initiatives from concept through execution
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to balance tactical execution and strategic objectives
• Ability to independently identify issues, evaluate options, and implement solutions
• Strong analytical and critical thinking capabilities
• Experience conducting business research, market analysis, competitive intelligence, and opportunity assessments
• Ability to synthesize large volumes of information into actionable recommendations
• Strong data analysis, reporting, and presentation skills
• Experience creating executive-ready business documents and presentations
• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
• Ability to prepare concise and compelling executive communications and leadership materials
• Strong business writing and documentation capabilities
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in sensitive situations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and Teams
• Experience utilizing project management and collaboration platforms such as Smartsheet, Asana, Microsoft Project, and related tools
• Ability to organize project documentation, reporting, and business records in a structured and accessible manner
• Prior experience within Retail Pharmacy, Mail Order Pharmacy, Specialty Pharmacy, PBM, Pharmaceutical, or Managed Healthcare environments
• Knowledge of pharmacy industry operations, manufacturer relationships, and healthcare market dynamics
• PMP, CAPM, or equivalent project management certification preferred
• Experience supporting strategic planning, mergers and acquisitions research, or business development activities is a plus
• Familiarity with 340B programs, specialty pharmacy, or pharmaceutical manufacturer programs is beneficial

Benefits

• Remote flexibility within a people-first organization.
• Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and career advancement within a rapidly evolving healthcare environment.
• Home-based office environment with minimal exposure to excessive noise or adverse working conditions.
• May require occasional local and/or overnight travel for leadership meetings, offsite events, conferences, business development activities, and industry engagements.

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