Vice President, Strategic Partnerships - Remote

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 resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.The dedicated Vice President, Strategic Partnerships is accountable for the overall success and contract execution for a high-profile Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Plan partner. The role is responsible for developing deep trusted relationships with C-suite executives and pharmacy/business leaders that drive strategic collaboration and promote long-lasting, mutually beneficial partnerships. You will also hold accountability for leading and developing a high-caliber, well-engaged client management team. Success is measured by client/market growth and retention, strategic leadership, financial performance, contract execution, employee engagement and the overall satisfaction of assigned clients.As Vice President, you must be comfortable operating and leading in an extremely fast-paced, complex environment and able to quickly understand/interpret how market events (i.e., federal regulations, state/local regulations, CMS requirements, drug manufacturer events, etc.) impact Health Plan clients and to advise proactively and react accordingly. You must possess a high degree of confidence, PMB sophistication, leadership strength, and executive presence. This role also requires a well-demonstrated business/financial acumen; salesmanship; innovation and the ability to successfully drive complex projects.The role leads initiatives to collect and respond to market insights through strategy, product, and go-to-market actions allowing the Health Plans segment and OptumRx to achieve a dynamic and competitive marketplace position.You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.Primary ResponsibilitiesOwn and execute multi-year, account specific strategies that drive growth, retention, margin expansion, and long-term partnership valueBuild and sustain C-suite and senior executive relationships with health plans and key consultant firms; serve as a trusted strategic advisorLead executive governance, including operating committees, QBRs, and escalation managementMaintain end to end accountability for contract performance, interpretation, and execution, ensuring compliance with commercial, regulatory, and financial termsOwn P&L performance for assigned accounts, including operating budgets, revenue growth, upsell targets, and cost to serve managementLead renewals, amendments, and market checks in partnership with Pricing, Underwriting, Legal, and FinanceProactively identify and mitigate financial, contractual, regulatory, and reputational riskPartner with senior leaders across Optum Rx and Optum enterprise to deliver integrated client specific strategic plansServe as executive sponsor for complex initiativesEnsure alignment between sales commitments, operational readiness, and delivery outcomesSet and enforce a metrics driven client management and service model, holding teams accountable for performance and outcomesDrive high client satisfaction and retention, including NPS performanceServe as senior escalation point for high profile or mission critical client issuesProvide strategic input to product teams based on market intelligence, client needs, and consultant insightsPartner with Sales on RFPs, finalist presentations, and growth pursuits, articulating a clear and differentiated value propositionRepresent Optum Rx externally as a credible, visible market leaderLead, develop, and retain a high performing account management organization, including succession and bench planningFoster a culture of accountability, engagement, collaboration, and continuous improvementYou'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 Qualifications10+ years of healthcare industry experience, including progressive leadership roles and a proven track record of success5+ years of Government Program (Medicare, Medicaid) experience, with solid expertise in regulatory and compliance requirementsDeep knowledge of the PBM/managed care pharmacy industry, including evolving market dynamics, pricing, and contracting modelsExtensive account management experience with large, complex health plan clients, with demonstrated growth in responsibility, strategic partnership and contract management (interpretation, execution and negotiation)Proven ability to engage and influence C-suite stakeholders, leading innovative, forward-thinking discussionsDemonstrated success leading and developing high-performing teams to achieve business outcomesProven deep financial acumen, including experience interpreting financial statements, identifying trends, driving strategic recommendations and managing client profitabilityWillingness to travel up to 25%Preferred QualificationsRegistered Pharmacist or PharmDExperience partnering with sales and cross-functional teams to support RFP responses and finalist presentationsDemonstrated ability to operate effectively and drive results within highly matrixed organizationsDemonstrated success leading complex negotiations, utilizing solid communication, influence, and listening skillsProven solid program management experience, with the ability to lead complex initiatives end-to-endAll employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter PolicyPay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $159,300 to $273,200 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 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. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.