Strategic Leader, Network Contracting

Jobtailor; Rancho Cucamonga (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in California seeks a senior Director of Contracting to lead organization-wide contracting strategies, build a high-performing provider network, and ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.

You will negotiate complex deals, collaborate across Compliance, Finance, Legal, Product and Quality, and drive improvements across the contract lifecycle while mentoring a talented team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years’ progressive experience in network contracting and at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Experience with Medicaid, Medicare and Marketplace government-sponsored programs.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• California Driver’s License preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of network development, managed care delivery systems, and health plan operations.
• Deep understanding of contracting structures, alternative payment methodologies, risk-based arrangements, regulatory requirements, contract performance evaluation, and reimbursement methodologies.
• Exceptional analytical, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership capabilities with demonstrated success managing teams, developing talent, and driving cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership in developing, implementing, and overseeing organization-wide contracting strategies.
• Oversee and guide complex negotiations, ensuring timely execution, operational feasibility, and compliance.
• Collaborate with Compliance, Finance, Legal, Product, Provider Experience, and Quality departments.
• Develop and implement strategies supporting state and federal regulations and NCQA requirements.
• Drive operational excellence across the contract lifecycle from intake to execution.
• Establish SLAs, prioritization frameworks, and performance metrics for contracting activities.
• Identify and implement system enhancements improving efficiency and user experience.
• Ensure accurate tracking, visibility, and reporting of contract volumes, cycle times, and bottlenecks.
• Own development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of contract templates and standard language.
• Provide executive leadership with visibility into contracting activities, trends, and risks.
• Foster a high-performing, solutions-oriented culture focused on quality and cross-functional partnership.
• Hire, train, and manage support staff; monitor and evaluate outcomes.
• Conduct performance reviews according to IEHP guidelines.
• Perform other duties required to support Health Plan operations and department business needs

Skills

Network contracting

Leadership experience

Strategic planning

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Jobtailor in California seeks a senior Director of Contracting to lead organization-wide contracting strategies, build a high-performing provider network, and ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.

You will negotiate complex deals, collaborate across Compliance, Finance, Legal, Product and Quality, and drive improvements across the contract lifecycle while mentoring a talented team.