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Full-Time

Partner Relationship Manager

Network Strategy & Operations

Posted on 9/10/2024

Blink Health

Blink Health

201-500 employees

Affordable prescription medications and telehealth services

Healthcare
Fintech

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Category
Supply Chain Management
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Communications
Management
Requirements
  • Minimum of 6 years of experience in management consulting, operations/program management experience, and/or strategic account management at a high-growth startup (pharmacy experience and/or healthcare tech experience is preferred).
  • In-depth understanding of supply chain dynamics, with the ability to identify and address potential issues proactively.
  • Experience in defining, implementing, and managing Service Level Agreements with an emphasis on performance monitoring.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
  • Track record of achieving and surpassing strategic account management targets.
  • Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, adapting to changing priorities.
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate closely with suppliers to identify and proactively mitigate potential issues in the supply chain. This includes addressing inventory disruptions, pricing concerns, and routing challenges.
  • Serve as a point of contact for day-to-day matters, including direct purchase agreements, order-related inquiries, and regular business reviews (WBRs/MBRs).
  • Ensure adherence Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with pharmacy partners, monitoring performance and taking corrective actions as necessary.
  • Manage administration of contracting with a focus on optimizing supply chain efficiency and fostering positive, long-term partnerships.
  • Proactively identify and address any challenges or concerns faced by clients, working collaboratively with internal teams, particularly Revenue/Growth, Product, and Engineering to find effective solutions.
  • Work closely with internal teams, including Revenue/Growth, Product, Engineering, Patient Services, Finance and Legal teams, to ensure seamless onboarding and ongoing collaboration with pharmacy partners.
  • Develop relevant internal and external SOPs to reflect market best practice, partnering with internal stakeholders and providing direction to our external pharmacy partners.

Blink Health provides an online platform for individuals to access affordable prescription medications. The service works by analyzing users' insurance, copay, and deductible information to offer significant savings on medications. Users can connect with licensed medical professionals for online doctor visits, and they have the option to have their medications delivered or picked up at over 35,000 pharmacies across the country. What sets Blink Health apart from its competitors is its direct-to-consumer sales model, which leverages partnerships with pharmacies and insurance companies to ensure competitive pricing. The goal of Blink Health is to make prescription medications more accessible and affordable for everyone.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$161.5M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

N/A

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

12%

2 year growth

16%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The addition of experienced talent from Amazon and Airbnb strengthens Blink Health's capability to innovate and scale.
  • The launch of telemedicine services for birth control prescriptions expands Blink Health's service offerings and market reach.
  • Partnerships with pharmacies and insurance companies enable Blink Health to offer competitive pricing, attracting a larger customer base.

What critics are saying

  • The departure of key executives like the EVP of Product, Engineering, and Operations could disrupt ongoing projects and strategic initiatives.
  • The competitive landscape, with companies like GoodRx planning to go public, could intensify, challenging Blink Health's market position.

What makes Blink Health unique

  • Blink Health offers a unique combination of affordable prescription medications and telehealth services, setting it apart from competitors who typically focus on one or the other.
  • The company's extensive network of over 35,000 pharmacies nationwide ensures broad accessibility for medication pickup and delivery.
  • Blink Health's ability to analyze insurance, copay, and deductible information to offer significant savings is a key competitive advantage.
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