Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Apply experience to lead negotiations with partnering large/ medium Chain & Grocer pharmacies in the US

• Assure optimal value and mitigation of risk to drive goals and achieve metrics on behalf of OptumRX and its clients

• Facilitate contract strategy for value-based agreements, and innovative partnership strategies

• Evaluates and negotiates contracts in compliance with client contracts, reimbursement structures, and other key process controls

• Demonstrate understanding of complex contract language to assess financial, non-financial and operational impact and legal implications of requested contract changes

• Analyze network and provider performance with respect to key indicators (e.g. compliance with regulatory audits; financial performance) to determine which programs to implement or modify

• Monitor provider financial performance to identify opportunities to improve performance and the provider relationship

• Collaborate with internal partners to ensure ongoing execution of processes are in line with contractual obligations

• Assist in data generation and collateral for senior leadership business updates, Providing explanations and information to others on the most complex issues

• Utilize exceptional organizational skills in the management of OptumRx contracts including but not limited to ensuring accurate/timely data, generating reports, and tracking monthly performance & adherence metrics

• Be on point as the SME for Provider contracting related queries for our provider relations help desk

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Value Based Contract Experience, with a focus on negotiation

• Experience interacting with executive leadership 

• Experience in financial modeling & development of product pricing

• Experience in strategic and business development roles, ideally in related industry (Pharmacy Benefit Management, Pharmaceuticals, Life Sciences, etc.)

• Proven solid communication and influencing skills with internal and external stakeholders 

• Proven ability to work collaboratively and influence across a matrix environment to deliver financial goals

Preferred Qualifications:

• Pharmaceutical and drug industry experience / background

• Advanced experience utilizing PowerPoint and Excel

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, Washington, D.C. Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $104,700 to $190,400 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.