Associate Project Manager

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Position Summary

The Associate Project Manager works collaboratively across Operations IT and Clinical Services & Programs (CS&P) to support account implementations and process improvement initiatives within Curant Healths Specialty Business Unit. This role ensures projects and new account launches are executed effectively with strong attention to scope timelines cost and quality.

The Associate Project Manager applies consistent project management practices strong organization and clear communication to provide transparency across implementation efforts and drive operational excellence.

This role reports to the Senior Director of Continuous Process Improvement (CPI).

Account Implementations

The Associate Project Manager will manage assigned account implementations from contract receipt through Enrollment Ready status.

Responsibilities include:

Own and manage 340B provider implementations from contract received through Enrollment Ready.
Coordinate all required activities resources equipment and information across assigned account launches and formally announce Enrollment Ready status once all validations are completed.
Accurately enter all required provider and account data into internal tracking systems.
Manage wholesaler setup and testing across internal and external stakeholders.
Prepare and maintain implementation checklists for all account launches.
Support the Account Management team with launch questions and activities.
Establish standardized folder structures and ensure all account documentation is properly filed and maintained.
Troubleshoot and resolve 340B specialty account issues in collaboration with cross-functional teams including creation of meeting agendas and documentation of meeting notes as needed.
Manage assigned non-340B specialty implementations using established implementation methodologies.
Prepare and manage implementation plans and meeting documentation.
Communicate professionally with external clients to manage implementation milestones and expectations.
Ensure adherence to Statement of Work (SOW) requirements post-launch when applicable.
Provide consistent implementation status updates to stakeholders.

Process Improvement & Change Projects

The Associate Project Manager supports business process improvement initiatives within the Specialty Business Unit and may occasionally support projects across other business units.

Responsibilities include:

Manage assigned change projects across multiple teams.
Define document and manage project scope objectives and deliverables.
Identify project stakeholders and impacted teams.
Develop and maintain organized project plans.
Provide consistent project updates to stakeholders regarding progress risks and adjustments.
Report project status during bi-weekly or monthly Process Improvement Team (PIT) meetings.
Lead project planning and requirements-gathering sessions.
Ensure deliverables meet established timelines and quality expectations.
Gather and analyze business requirements through interviews workshops surveys workflows and other methods.
Partner with Business Analysts to translate business requirements into functional requirements for IT teams.
Develop process flows specifications diagrams and documentation as needed.
Measure and report project performance post-launch to identify improvement opportunities through project closure.

General Administrative & Strategic Support

Complete required training and administrative responsibilities.
Provide operational support to the CPI team as needed.
Support leadership initiatives and strategic projects as assigned.

Cross-Functional Expectations

Across all assignments the Associate Project Manager is expected to:

Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with internal teams and external partners.
Demonstrate attention to detail and consistency of process.
Partner with Sales and Operations teams to identify and resolve process issues.
Present updates during cross-functional meetings.
Support the development and maintenance of standardized implementation and project management processes.
Effectively manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Communicate clearly and professionally with all stakeholders.
Continuously expand knowledge of the business and recommend process improvements.
Work collaboratively to drive initiatives from planning through execution and closure.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Associate degree or two or more years of related coursework required; Bachelors degree strongly preferred.
Five or more years of experience in project coordination project management quality process improvement or related experience preferably in a healthcare or pharmacy environment.
Project management certification preferred (PMP CAPM CSM PMI-ACP Lean Six Sigma Yellow or Green Belt) or willingness to obtain certification within 612 months of hire.
Strong understanding of business concepts including KPIs ROI contracts RFPs and strategic goals.
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work cross-functionally and influence outcomes.
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word Excel Outlook).
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Required Experience:

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