Strategic Vendor Partnerships Director

Centene Corporation; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 249,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

401K and stock purchase plans

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off + holidays

Flexible work schedules (remote,Hybrid

Job summary

Centene Corporation is seeking a senior-level vendor relationship manager to strategically develop and oversee major vendor contracts across dental, vision, pharmacy and transportation services. You will manage operational, financial, network and quality oversight for contracts exceeding $1.2 billion annually.

The role requires a BA/BS, 10+ years in health care management with large vendor relationships, and will involve leading a team from inception to implementation in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree required.
• MA/MS degree preferred.
• 10 years of related health care management experience managing large vendor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic contractual and business relationships with vendors to optimize quality, service and cost.
• Oversee audits and evaluations of financial and operational performance to ensure contract terms are met.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory and accreditation mandates; manage governance and KPI reporting.
• Maintain clear communications with vendors and internal staff regarding oversight activities.
• Lead a team from project inception through implementation.
• Perform other duties and comply with policies.

Skills

Vendor relationship management

Contract governance

Regulatory compliance

Audits and evaluations

Team leadership

Education

BA/BS degree

MA/MS degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Centene Corporation is seeking a senior-level vendor relationship manager to strategically develop and oversee major vendor contracts across dental, vision, pharmacy and transportation services. You will manage operational, financial, network and quality oversight for contracts exceeding $1.2 billion annually.

The role requires a BA/BS, 10+ years in health care management with large vendor relationships, and will involve leading a team from inception to implementation in a fast-paced