Role Description
We are seeking a Vice President of Sales to lead our growth strategy, drive net-new business, and disrupt the traditional PBM landscape. In this role, you won't just manage a pipeline—you will actively hunt, negotiate, and close high-stakes deals with consultants, brokers, employers, and health plans while further building on our existing sales/account management teams. If you are a strategic closer with a deep book of business and a passion for winning, we want you on our team.
Dane Street’s success relies on individual and team contributions every day. We care for our customers, each other, and Dane Street. It is the responsibility for all of us to maintain a positive working environment that promotes client satisfaction and results.
Qualifications
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An Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.
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Business experience in a healthcare and/or insurance setting is preferred.
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Minimum of 8–10 years of direct sales experience within the PBM, digital health pharmacy, or health insurance space.
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A documented history of consistently hitting or exceeding multi-million-dollar sales quotas and "poaching" major enterprise clients from established industry players.
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An active, established network of national and regional benefits consultants and brokers (e.g., Mercer, WTW, Aon, Lockton).
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Understanding of PBM mechanics, including formulary management, clinical programs, specialty pharmacy, pricing models, and rebate structures.
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Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to command a room during finalist meetings.
Requirements
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Own and execute the PBM sales strategy to consistently meet and exceed annual growth targets.
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Actively target and win over accounts from legacy PBM competitors by effectively positioning our unique value proposition, transparency, and cost-savings models.
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Leverage and expand your existing network of PBM/health plan executives and consultants to generate a robust pipeline.
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Command the end-to-end sales process for Top 20 PBMS, mid-market and enterprise accounts, from initial prospecting and finalist presentations to complex contract negotiations and closures.
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Partner closely with Underwriting, Actuarial, and Legal teams to price competitively and structure winning, customized financial models (spread vs. pass-through, rebate structures, etc.).
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Other duties & special projects, as assigned and based on business needs.
Benefits
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Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
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Voluntary life insurance options for you, your spouse, and your children.
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Other voluntary benefits including hospital indemnity, critical illness, accident indemnity, and pet insurance plans.
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Basic life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage at no cost.
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Generous paid time off policy.
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401k plan with a company match.
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Apple equipment and a media stipend for remote workspace.