Business Development Principal – Specialty Pharmacy & Distribution - Remote

Cigna

United States
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Senior advisor to specialty pharma manufacturers
Develop and execute account strategies
Identify new sales opportunities
** Cigna is seeking a Business Development Principal for its Specialty Pharmacy & Distribution division, focusing on driving growth through strategic partnerships with pharmaceutical manufacturers. The ideal candidate should have over ten years of relevant experience in business development within the healthcare or pharmaceutical sectors and possess exceptional communication and analytical skills. **

Job Summary

  • Drive strategic growth and long-term value across key manufacturer partnerships in this senior, externally facing role.
  • Shape account strategy, strengthen executive relationships, and identify opportunities that expand services, improve programs, and support sustained revenue growth.
  • The role requires a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience and offers the opportunity to travel approximately 50% to support client and business needs.

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** Cigna is seeking a Business Development Principal for its Specialty Pharmacy & Distribution division, focusing on driving growth through strategic partnerships with pharmaceutical manufacturers. The ideal candidate should have over ten years of relevant experience in business development within the healthcare or pharmaceutical sectors and possess exceptional communication and analytical skills. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Senior advisor to Specialty Pharma Manufacturers
  • Develop and execute account strategies
  • Identify new sales opportunities
  • Partner cross-functionally with internal teams
  • Anticipate market challenges
  • Lead high-impact initiatives
  • Represent Accredo and CuraScript externally

Nice-to-have

  • Recognized specialty pharmacy expert
  • Trusted counterpart to senior executives
  • Mentorship or leadership experience

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 10 years of relevant experience
  • Proven experience leading complex account strategies
  • Strong business acumen
  • Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to travel approximately 50%

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