Valeris is a fully integrated life sciences commercialization partner that provides comprehensive solutions that span the entire healthcare value chain. Formed by the merger of PharmaCord and Mercalis, Valeris™ revolutionizes the path from life sciences innovation to real-life impact to build a world in which every patient gets the care they need.

Valeris works on behalf of life sciences companies to improve the patient experience so that patients can access and adhere to critical medications. Backed by proven industry expertise, a deep commitment to patient care, the latest technology, and exceptionally talented team members, Valeris provides the data and strategic insights, patient support services and healthcare provider engagement tools to help life sciences companies successfully commercialize new products.

Valeris provides commercialization solutions to more than 500 life sciences customers and has provided access and affordability support to millions of patients.

The company is headquartered in Morrisville, North Carolina and Jeffersonville, Indiana. To learn more about Valeris, please visit www.valeris.com.

The Program Manager (PM), as the primary business relationship manager, is responsible for program management, account management, financial management and business analysis.

The PM will be responsible for providing excellent customer service, exceptional program management, in-depth program knowledge and operational excellence for their assigned brands. As the primary point of contact between our valued customers and Mercalis, the PM serves a crucial role in driving internal project teams to deliver Mercalis’s full suite of products and services on schedule, on budget, and within scope.

The ideal candidate must be a self-starter, high performer and able to embrace change in order to adapt within a fast growing organization.

• The ideal candidate must be a self-starter, high performer and able to embrace change in order to adapt within a fast growing organization.
• Manage client contracts / statements of work and execute accordingly, host and facilitate internal and client kick-off calls
• Make recommendations to program strategies and roadmap offering the best solution for client projects in accordance with the SOW and in collaboration with the Director of Client Services
• Gather and document business requirements and communicate changes, enhancements, and modifications – verbally or written – to clients, internal functional areas, sponsors, and other stakeholders so that business requirements and solutions are understood
• Manage the program budget for the client and provide recommendations for effectively managing program cost
• Interface with clients and maintain business essential relationships on a day-to-day basis as the primary business relationship manager
• Conduct regular meetings (phone, webex, onsite) to update the client on program status, deliver presentations and provide an avenue for program enhancements
• Become an expert on the therapeutic class of assigned brands and possess a robust understanding of competitive products utilized within the therapeutic class
• Based on brands strategy, objectives and competitive landscape, be able to develop and implement innovative solutions for clients to maximize brand value and competitive positioning
• Measure, and monitor program key performance indicators to develop data-driven recommendations
• Learn and assist the client in navigating client-internal requirements and processes specific to their organization
• Be well-versed on their third party service vendor landscape in order to manage and coordinate client vendor relationships (agencies, SPPs, HUBs, service providers, data/analytics teams)
• Build and maintain healthy relationships with all internal functional areas, and take a leadership role with all internal project
• stakeholders
• Be a sought out resource within Mercalis as both an internal and external subject matter expert
• Provide mentorship and training to Associate Program Managers where needed
• Operate in Compliance with HIPAA within program guidelines.
• On time adherence to training deadlines for all corporate policies and procedures governing access to confidential data
• Ensure all SOPs are followed with consistency
• Conducts miscellaneous tasks or projects as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in business, accounting, marketing and/or healthcare, or pharmaceutical industry, graduate degree and/or additional certifications including PMP preferred
• Three to Four (3-4) years of project or program management experience
• If an internal applicate, seeking extensive experience with Mercalis systems and services (preferred)
• Exceptional communication skills, including verbal and written, ability to interact with internal and external stakeholders
• Able to multi-task in a fast paced environment while functioning as a member of a highly collaborative team
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Word, Access, OneNote)
• Organized and detail-oriented with effective time management skills
• Budget management and/or financial accounting skills
• Ability to take initiative and anticipate needs
• Ability to travel both locally and out-of-town, expectation is up to 10% travel

Why Work for Valeris?

We’re committed to supporting the well-being and success of our team members. As part of our organization, full-time employees can expect:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans, including HSA- and FSA-eligible options, with Valeris contributing toward premium costs
• Additional health support, including telehealth and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• Company match on Health Savings Account contributions
• Free Basic Life and AD&D coverage equal to your annual earnings, with a minimum of $50,000 and a maximum of $300,000
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability coverage, with the option to purchase Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 100% match on the first 5% you contribute, with immediate vesting
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave to support work-life balance
• Team members receive nine paid holidays plus two floating holidays
• Opportunities for advancement in a company that supports personal and professional growth
• A challenging, stimulating work environment that encourages new ideas
• Work for a company that values diversity and makes deliberate efforts to create an inclusive workplace
• A mission-driven, inclusive culture where your work makes a meaningful impact

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and, depending on the position, a drug screen in accordance with company standards. Please note that this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or activities associated with the position. Responsibilities and tasks may be modified at any time, with or without notice.

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity

At Valeris, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, support it and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. Valeris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.