Executive Leader, Payer Relationships — Remote

Optum; Overland Park (KS); Remote; USD 159,000 - 273,000; Full time

Job summary

Optum is seeking a strategic leader to oversee nationwide payer relationships and contracting across all pharmacy business segments. This executive role focuses on developing innovative contracting models, improving patient access, and driving profitable growth.

You will work with senior leaders to align payer strategies with enterprise goals, manage large matrix teams, and negotiate high-value agreements that shape the future of value-based care across Commercial, Medicare, Medicaid, and

Qualifications

• 10+ years in healthcare payer contracting or market access.
• 5+ years in senior leadership roles managing large payer teams.
• Proven track record negotiating complex pharmacy and medical benefit agreements.
• Deep knowledge of Commercial, Medicare, Medicaid, and Government reimbursement models.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute enterprise payer strategy across all pharmacy segments.
• Lead and mentor Senior Directors for regional and national payer partnerships.
• Oversee contracting and market access activities across Commercial, Medicare, Medicaid, Exchange, and Government programs.
• Drive revenue growth, access expansion, and profitability targets with data-driven decisions.
• Lead cross-functional teams with Operations, Legal, Finance, Product, and Growth.

Skills

Executive leadership

Negotiation

Relationship-building

Payer contracting

Strategic thinking

Education

MBA (preferred)

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Optum is seeking a strategic leader to oversee nationwide payer relationships and contracting across all pharmacy business segments. This executive role focuses on developing innovative contracting models, improving patient access, and driving profitable growth.

You will work with senior leaders to align payer strategies with enterprise goals, manage large matrix teams, and negotiate high-value agreements that shape the future of value-based care across Commercial, Medicare, Medicaid, and