RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The VP of Government Affairs must implement and make policy decisions.
• Responsible for company goals.
• Prepare and maintain information resources, briefing papers, and updates on legislative and public policy issues.
• Draft articles for the company website and industry publications.
• Coordinate with public relations and marketing teams for cohesive messaging.
• The VP of Government Affairs must assist in establishing relationships and coalitions with entities sharing common interests in compounding.
• Responsible for drafting legislation, and policy documents, conducting research, data analysis, writing, presenting, and integrating cross-functional feedback.
• Responsible for federal, state, and local policies including advising on critical or emerging issues.
• Draft testimony and position papers on state and federal policy issues and provide recommendations as required.
• The VP of Government Affairs must partner with members, stakeholders, and policymakers in public policy efforts, building community.
• Coordinate federal and state-level advocacy and communication.
• Maintain rapport with national and state pharmacy associations and support affairs counsel and associations.
• Serve as a liaison to Federal Legislation and Regulation Committees and appointed task forces or working groups related to federal public policy.
• The VP of Government Affairs must lead Congressional Compounding Pharmacy Visit Program.
• Educate legislators and policymakers about the scope and impact of pharmacy compounding and policy issues.
• Conduct regular Policy Advisory Calls with the leadership team.
• Responds to information requests from leadership and policymakers.
• Lead special projects, coordinate grassroots messaging and calls to action.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• The VP of Government Affairs must hold a bachelor’s degree in public policy, Political Science, Law, Healthcare Administration, or a related field. Master’s or Juris Doctor preferred.
• Must have a minimum of 8 years of experience in the Pharmaceutical Compounding industry in a leadership profile.
• Must have strong manufacturing experience with continuous improvement/ lean manufacturing.
• The VP of Government Affairs must be proficient in public policy advocacy including policy development, legislative advocacy, and working with government agencies.
• Must build customer relationships and deliver customer centric solutions.
• Proficient in the pharmacy sector, particularly in compounding and outsourcing facilities, along with familiarity with the pharmaceutical supply chain and its regulatory environment.
• Strong knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes with the ability to guide public policy.
• Strong skills in building and maintaining relationships with government officials, policymakers, industry associations, and other stakeholders.
• The VP of Government Affairs must be able to advocate for the company’s interests and negotiate effectively on policy issues.
• An existing network within government and related industry circles would be beneficial.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be flexible to travel as needed.

BENEFITS:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Direct Hire
• Paid time off
• $150k-$190k/annum depending on experience.
• Bonus potential equity
• Unlimited PTO

Ask for: Amrita Mukherjee