Hiring: Director, Trade Operations Company: Pacira BioSciences, Inc. Location: United States Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 11:48:36 Employment Type: Contract Target Skills & Keywords : Stakeholder Management About the job Experience: •8+ years of experience in pharmaceutical trade operations or commercial distribution •3+ years of people management experience •Deep knowledge of pharmaceutical distribution networks and 3PL operations •Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills Required Skills: •The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned. •Develop and execute comprehensive trade and distribution strategies across all channels to ensure efficient product availability and channel performance. •3PL & Inventory Management Lead 3PL (ICS) operations, including service level agreements, proactive inventory monitoring, sample inventory management, and cost optimization. Ensure continuity of supply and prevent stock-outs through forward-looking planning and controls. •Wholesaler & Partner Relationships Manage wholesaler and specialty distributor relationships, including contract execution, pricing notifications, and roster management. Resolve ordering, pricing, and contract issues that may impact product access. •Chargebacks & Pricing Reconciliation Oversee chargeback reconciliation and credit/rebill processes to ensure accuracy and alignment with contract terms. Partner with Finance to resolve discrepancies and mitigate financial risk. •Trade Data Integrity & Analytics Manage trade data flows and reporting, including EDI (852/867) data. Identify and resolve discrepancies, ensure data accuracy, and develop dashboards and KPIs to support decision-making and performance tracking. •Regulatory & Contract Compliance Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements (e.g., DSCSA, licensing) and adherence to contractual obligations. Maintain audit readiness and proper documentation. •Cross-Functional Leadership Serve as the trade operations lead in cross-functional initiatives, including product launches, pricing changes, and packaging/label updates. Ensure alignment across Marketing, Supply Chain, Regulatory, and Commercial teams. Qualifications: •To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. •Demonstrated capacity to balance strategic leadership with operational execution •Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset •High attention to detail and data accuracy •Demonstrated capacity to operate effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment •Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills •Focus on continuous improvement and leveraging technology to enhance operations •Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, or related field; MBA preferred Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!