Lead Director, Pharmacy Business Development and Innovation
Description: The Lead Director of Business Development & Innovation will drive strategic growth across Aetna Pharmacy by identifying and executing high-impact initiatives that leverage CVS Health enterprise assets. This role blends external market development with internal innovation, fostering cross-functional collaboration and visionary leadership to advance strategic imperatives. Key Responsibilities Develop and communicate strategic business cases for new initiatives, ensuring clarity, alignment, and executive buy-in. Provide visionary leadership to matrixed teams, guiding multi-month, fast-paced projects with clear milestones and measurable outcomes. Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships, new markets, and revenue opportunities across the CVS Health enterprise. Engage with external partners and vendors to evaluate use cases for implementation and integration. Collaborate closely with the strategy and operations team to align initiatives with enterprise-wide strategic imperatives. Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscapes to inform innovation and growth strategies. Champion a culture of innovation and agility within Aetna Pharmacy and across CVS Health. Requirements: 8+ years of experience in business development, innovation, strategy, or related fields. Proven success leading cross-functional initiatives in complex, matrixed environments. Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to translate insights into actionable plans. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Strategic foresight and market intelligence Executive presence and influence Experience in healthcare, pharmacy, or related industries preferred. Innovation methodology (e.g., design thinking, agile). Partnership development and vendor management Education Bachelor's Degree preferred or a combination of education and work experience. Benefits: Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan . No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching. Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility. For more information, visit Apply tot his job