Who we are? The pan-Canadian Pharmaceutical Alliance (pCPA) brings together provincial, territorial, and federal governments for the purpose of increasing and managing access to clinically relevant and cost-effective medicines. Through collective negotiations, the pCPA has realized overall savings (as of April 1, 2025) for governments of $3.94 billion annually for brand name drugs and $935 million annually for generic drugs totaling $4.87 billion annually. The pCPA offers a 100% remote (within Canada) work environment.
About the role The director, Analytics, Quality and Innovation (AQI), reporting to the deputy CEO, oversees the development, management, evaluation and implementation of systems, measures and tools to support price negotiations with pharmaceutical manufacturers to improve patient care by achieving greater value for publicly funded drug plans across Canada.
The director, AQI, is a member of the senior management team, oversees the operations of the AQI division and collaborates with other pCPA divisions to co-develop and implement policies, initiatives, and strategies that support and advance the pCPA’s mandate and strategic priorities.
The ideal candidate has a degree in health economics, business management, pharmacy, or a combination of equivalent experience, and more than five years of working experience in senior leadership roles in pan-Canadian, national, provincial, or territorial health-related organizations.
If you have the required education and experience to fill this position and possess the skills to build effective relationships and foster a positive team culture, we would love to hear from you.
Specific deliverables and authorities Responsible for the overall leadership and operational management of the AQI division and collaborates with the leadership team on the development and execution of the pCPA’s strategic plan and its change management initiatives. Develops and oversees systems and measures that appropriately evaluate organizational and divisional performance to ensure efficient operations and achievement of performance targets. Develops innovative market intelligence tools and decision-support methodologies and adopts best practices for supporting the pCPA’s price negotiation function. Provides timely, consistent, and reliable analytical support for policy assessment and/or development and implementation that aligns with and advances the pCPA’s mandate, strategic initiatives and priorities. Plans, leads, and conducts economic and financial studies to quantify and evaluate factors and matters affecting the pCPA, including but not limited to negotiation mandate development, negotiations and value forecasting (i.e. decision support). Supports and/or leads the development of modelling and formulas to be used for the calculation of rebates and discounts in the pCPA’s letters of intent. In collaboration with the appropriate team, analyzes, synthesizes and develops information for staff and partner communications. Develops and manages an annual divisional budget that aligns with the organization’s goals and resources. Ensures successful completion of projects that enhance the pCPA’s core operations and approved strategies. Ensures divisional compliance with corporate policies. Hires, supervises, coaches, and mentors the AQI division team members.
Accountability Accountable to the deputy CEO.
Qualifications
Education and experience A Degree in Health Economics, Business Management, Pharmacy, or a combination of other equivalent experience. 5+ years working experience in senior leadership roles, or equivalent, in pan-Canadian, national, or provincial health-related organizations; experience in managing an analytics team and developing practice improvement supports. Strong understanding of partner dynamics in the Canadian pharmaceutical ecosystem and the interface between the public and private sectors in this context.
Skills and abilities As English is the primary working language at the pCPA, exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English are required. Effective written and verbal communication skills in French (asset) Demonstrated proficiency in delivering presentations to senior officials and partners. Exceptional engagement with staff and partners. Strong proven problem-solving abilities, judgment and tact. Exceptional ability to build and maintain effective internal and external working relationships and to foster an effective, collaborative, positive, respectful and supportive team culture. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work with limited guidance. Strong business and digital acumen. Expert in team coordination, work allocation, and financial management. Proficient in planning and managing large, complex projects.
Employment terms The hiring salary range for this full-time permanent position is $135,000 – $155,000. This range reflects the salary for candidates with varying experience levels, job knowledge, and qualifications relevant to the position. Specific offers will be based on individual backgrounds and qualifications. The pCPA provides employees with a comprehensive group benefits package from the first day of employment. The ideal candidate must be legally eligible to work in Canada and can work from any location within Canada. This position requires frequent travel in different provinces and territories, including periodic multi-day, overnight trips.
If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume and cover letter in one PDF document, using the naming convention “Name, Last Name – Director, Analytics, Quality and Innovation” and address it to the manager, HR and Office Administration at hr@pcpacorp.ca by the end of Friday, August 1, 2025.
We thank all those who apply; however, only those chosen for further consideration will be contacted.
The pCPA is an equal-opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019, and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, the pCPA will provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities upon request throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process.
