Advisor, Network and Payor Relations - National Accounts at Cardinal Health

About Cardinal Health

Cardinal Health, a global leader in healthcare services and products, empowers pharmacies, hospitals, and healthcare providers with innovative solutions that improve patient outcomes and streamline operations. With a presence across the United States and beyond, Cardinal Health specializes in pharmaceutical distribution, managed care services, and Pharmacy Services Administrative Organizations (PSAOs). Our mission is to advance healthcare by connecting people, data, and technology to deliver exceptional value. Join our team in the dynamic field of network and payor relations, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping strategic partnerships with pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), health plans, and regional retail chains.

Role Overview

The Advisor, Network and Payor Relations - National Accounts position at Cardinal Health is a critical role within our Marketing division, focusing on managed care contracting for regional retail chain pharmacies. This nationwide field-based opportunity offers a salary range of $67,500 - $86,670 USD per year, with comprehensive benefits to support your professional and personal growth. As a liaison for PSAO members, you'll handle third-party contracting inquiries, payer reporting, contract operations, and lead advisory board calls. Interacting with senior executives internally and externally, this role demands the ability to build trusted relationships swiftly and influence outcomes in customer-sensitive environments. Ideal for professionals with 4-8 years of experience in managed care, PBMs, or pharmacy operations, this position combines strategic planning, critical thinking, and collaborative problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you'll drive Cardinal Health's success in national accounts by managing key aspects of managed care relationships. Your day-to-day will include:

• Managing relationships: Cultivate and maintain strong ties with regional retail chain pharmacy customers focused on managed care contracting.
• Issue resolution: Own customer issues from start to finish, leveraging influence across internal teams and external partners.
• Contract expertise: Analyze and communicate third-party contract impacts, staying ahead of industry changes in Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial markets.
• Data management: Oversee regular data analytics to support decision-making and performance monitoring.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Partner with managed care contracting, national accounts sales, and marketing teams for seamless customer experiences.
• Communication leadership: Lead advisory board panel calls, monthly account meetings, and provide updates on contract operations.

These responsibilities position you at the intersection of strategy and execution, ensuring Cardinal Health's PSAOs deliver value to pharmacy networks nationwide.

Qualifications & Requirements

Experience and Education

Candidates should bring 4-8 years of relevant experience, preferably in managed care, working with or for PBMs, PSAOs, health plans, or pharmacy providers on third-party contracting. A Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience is preferred. Pharmacy operations knowledge from the retail perspective is highly valued.

Skills and Competencies

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Strong judgment, decision-making, and problem-resolution skills with streamlined processes.
• Ability to apply comprehensive knowledge to complex projects, developing innovative solutions aligned with organizational goals.
• Experience working independently on large-scope initiatives, receiving general guidance only on new projects.
• Capacity to mentor junior colleagues and contribute to policies and procedures.

This level of expertise ensures you can handle varied tasks, from strategic opportunity evaluation to executive-level communications.

Benefits & Perks

Cardinal Health prioritizes employee well-being with a robust benefits package designed for full-time roles like this one:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off (PTO) plan and paid parental leave.
• Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
• 401k savings plan with company match.
• Access to wages before payday via myFlexPay.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Work-life resources and healthy lifestyle programs.

These perks, combined with a competitive salary, make Cardinal Health an employer of choice in the healthcare sector.

Career Growth

At Cardinal Health, career advancement is driven by performance and opportunity. As an Advisor, you'll work on complex projects, mentor peers, and contribute to policy development, positioning you for senior roles in managed care, sales leadership, or strategic account management. Our nationwide field structure offers flexibility and exposure to diverse markets, while internal mobility programs support transitions across divisions like Marketing, Sales, and Operations. Professional development includes training in emerging healthcare trends, leadership workshops, and access to industry certifications.

Why Join Us

Choosing Cardinal Health means joining a Fortune 500 company at the forefront of healthcare innovation. You'll impact real-world outcomes by strengthening pharmacy networks and payor relationships, all while enjoying work-life balance in a field-based role. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and customer focus, with opportunities to influence national accounts strategies. With a stable salary, no bonus eligibility but strong benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, Cardinal Health offers premium career stability in a growing industry.

Role FAQs

What is the location for this role?

This is a US-Nationwide-FIELD position, offering flexibility across the United States.

Is prior managed care experience required?

Preferred, especially with PBMs, PSAOs, or retail pharmacies, but equivalent experience is considered.

What salary can I expect?

Anticipated range: $67,500 - $86,670 USD per year.

Are there travel requirements?

As a field-based role, some travel may be involved for meetings and client interactions.

How does Cardinal Health support professional development?

Through mentorship, project leadership, and access to training resources tailored to healthcare professionals.

Ready to elevate your career in network and payor relations? Apply now to Cardinal Health and become part of our mission to transform healthcare.