Strategic Partnerships Manager

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Chicago, ILFull-time

Nimble, a Swoop company, is a healthtech company on a mission to simplify access, understanding and management of healthcare. We are starting by building the largest, most loved pharmacy business in the world. We are a fast-growing, technology-first startup driven by perfecting the patient and pharmacist experience. Nimble fosters a culture of collaboration, open communication and deliberate action that allows us to face today's most exciting challenges head-on and grow incredibly quickly.

Nimble is looking for a Strategic Partnerships Manager to manage and build partnerships with pharmaceutical clients and other ecosystem partners. The ideal candidate has 3-5+ years of experience in a consulting, business development, or strategic partnerships role, and will succeed on a driven, fast-paced startup team. This person will work closely with our CEO and leadership team, and will play a meaningful role as Nimble expands its footprint to achieve our next stage of growth.

As a Strategic Partnerships Manager, you will: Manage existing partner relationships with pharmaceutical companies

Analyze, develop, and execute business development goals and action plans

Research and identify opportunities to expand Nimble within existing accounts

Develop quotes and proposals for partners

Use exceptional negotiation skills to close high-stakes deals

Drive analyses on business development opportunities and important strategic decisions

QA and communicate reports on partnership program results

Work in person with the team one day/week out of a co-working space at Merch Mart in the city

What you bring: 2-3+ years of experience in strategy consulting plus 1-2+ years at a startup or pharmaceutical company, or 1+ years in engagement manager role in strategy consulting

Exceptional Excel and PowerPoint skills

Bachelor's degree, MBA optional

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Proactive attitude and ability to pivot with shifting priorities

You balance attention to detail with swift execution - we need to do things quickly, and we need to do them well

You are an explorer - having the ability to self-serve, investigate and get the data we require will make you much more effective in this role

Experience utilizing SQL is a plus

What's in it for you: Compassionate and driven colleagues in a collaborative, high-impact environment

Direct access to executives and a transparent company culture

Rare opportunity to shape the future of healthcare and improve the lives of million

The chance to work on something meaningful — your (grand)parents and (grand)children will understand and appreciate what you do

Medical / Dental / Vision / 401K package that fits your needs

Generous Vacation Policy - 15 days of paid vacation in the first year, then increases to 20 days after one year

11 Paid Holidays

At Nimble, we are dedicated to putting patients first and improving pharmacies across America. Join us on this exciting journey!   Diversity, inclusion and belonging at Nimble: Nimble is building a diverse and inclusive work environment where we learn from each other. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer and welcome people of diverse backgrounds, abilities and perspectives.

2-3+ years of experience in strategy consulting plus 1-2+ years at a startup or pharmaceutical company, or 1+ years in engagement manager role in strategy consulting

Exceptional Excel and PowerPoint skills

Bachelor's degree, MBA optional

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Proactive attitude and ability to pivot with shifting priorities

You balance attention to detail with swift execution - we need to do things quickly, and we need to do them well

You are an explorer - having the ability to self-serve, investigate and get the data we require will make you much more effective in this role

Experience utilizing SQL is a plus

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