Government Pricing and Chargeback, Manager

Job Description

Medicaid and Government Pricing

Key contributor within the Commercial Operations Team, with demonstrable knowledge and experience in government pricing calculations and reporting, including Medicaid and Medicare programs.

· Maintain the accuracy of calculations within applicable systems. Participate in testing calculation setups and functionality through collaboration with IT.

Calculate and file appropriate prices for the federal drug programs. Prices include BP, AMP, ASP, PHS/340B, NFAMP, FCP/FSS, IFF, and URA.

Ability to handle complex Government Pricing concepts such as bundles, discount reallocation, pro-ration, and smoothing.

Responsible for maintaining valid customer Class of Trades assignments per regulations.

Expected to continually build detailed subject matter expertise and thought leadership in government program regulations and share this knowledge with direct reports and peer groups.

Prepare backup and documentation for calculations and lead monthly and quarterly meetings on Government Pricing Calculations. Ensure proper sign-off and documentation for the calculations.

Responsible for the Medicaid Drug Rebates Process, which includes, but is not limited to, Medicaid/SPAPs/Supplemental Rebate processing within the time allotted by CMS; reviewing rebate claims for approval and analysis for disputes and dispute resolution; coordinating the timely issuance of checks and outbound packages to the states,

Interface with various state and Federal Government agencies

Ensure compliance with Internal Policies for proper controls and SOX Compliance. In addition, develop and update Business Process Procedures and recommend improvements/changes to company policies and procedures

Perform financial forecasting on how the company's Medicaid rebate liability will be impacted based on pricing decisions (price increase and changes to commercial discounts), as requested.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that accruals are correctly booked, manage financial models to forecast, produce trend analysis, and assist in reporting accurate GTN results.

Model "what if" scenarios and present findings to stakeholders based on Ingenus’s potential pricing strategy, current pricing, and current and/or upcoming government programs and legislation.

Chargeback

Responsible for supervision and oversight of Chargeback Processing, which may include:

Ensures accurate and timely chargeback data are entered into contract systems consistent with agreement terms, corporate controls, and Sarbanes-Oxley regulations.

Ensure all inbound chargeback request transmissions and resubmissions (e.g., EDI 844 and other electronic and hardcopy formats) from wholesalers are received and loaded into the chargeback system on a timely basis for processing and validation

Ensure outbound chargeback reconciliation reports (including EDI 849 and other electronic and hardcopy formats) are provided to wholesalers on a timely basis

Train and provide guidance and support to Chargeback Analysts

· Responsible for the validation, implementation, and maintenance of membership and pricing associated with government group customer contracts, which include, but are not limited to, Public Health/Disproportionate Share Hospitals, VA/DoD, and Federal Supply Schedule within the Contract Management System

Responsible for ensuring the Chargeback Management System is working correctly and is configured to the needs of the organization

Development and Reporting of Metrics against benchmarks to ensure proper excellent service is being provided to Customers

Assistance as needed in dispute resolution with Customers, which may include Customer Audits

Ensure compliance with Internal Policies for proper controls and SOX Compliance. In addition, develop and update Business Process Procedures and recommend improvements/changes to company policies and procedures.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

· Bachelor's degree required

· A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry working with state and federal pricing, reporting, and rebate programs is required.

· Experience working in mandated deadline environment, effective in managing multiple stakeholder assignments, ability to prioritize

· Demonstrable knowledge of the current policies and guidelines that affect government programs, pricing, and payment adjustments (e.g., Final Rule, Proposed Rule, Inflationary Reduction Act).

Knowledge and experience with Medicaid Drug Rebate Program, regulations, guidelines, and current updates

Knowledge of Medicaid systems to ensure appropriate data collection and rebate processing/payments

Understanding of wholesaler sales, membership, and Bid contracts preferred

Working knowledge of Third-party data sources for DEA#, HIN#, and PHS and FSS websites preferred

Track record of self-development. Contributions to the function's overall success and depth of knowledge.

Preferred Skills

Proficiency in MS Office tools

Possess strong problem-solving, communication, and analytical skills

Familiarity with enterprise-wide integrated application systems

System knowledge of SAP is a plus

Knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry is required.

Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.

Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills are required.Company Description

Ingenus Pharmaceuticals wants to hear from you. Ingenus Pharmaceuticals is at the forefront of the rapidly growing generic medication industry, delivering access to safe, quality medications to U.S. consumers all across the healthcare continuum. Our company is built around the principles of innovation and ingenuity, a world-class leadership team, and—most importantly—the best and brightest people in the pharmaceutical industry. Are you ready for a new challenge? Do you enjoy working with a diverse group of patients, suppliers and partners? Then come to Ingenus, where you can truly make a difference; where together, we change the world, one medication at a time. We set high standards and reward them with competitive benefits. If you consider yourself a standout in your profession, let’s talk to find out if we are the right fit for you.

Full-time