Vice President, Network Strategy & Management Value-Based Contracting

Position Purpose: Responsible for developing and managing the provider network strategy for Centene Corporation. Lead all aspects of provider network strategy including, but not limited to reimbursement strategy, contracting strategy, unit cost management, claims configuration and network operations.

Key Details: Applicants for this role have the flexibility to work remotely anywhere in the Continental United States.

• Oversee network development staff and external consultants in the development of provider networks across expansion markets.
• Lead health plans in periodic analyses of their provider networks from a cost, coverage, and growth perspective.
• Provide leadership in evaluating opportunities to expand or change the network to meet Company goals.
• Manage budgeting and forecasting initiatives for product lines to network costs and provider contracts.
• Oversee analysis of claim trend data and/or market information to derive conclusions to support contract negotiations.
• Lead initiatives to ensure periodic review of provider contracting rates to ensure strategic focus is on target with overall Company strategy.
• Lead development of fee schedules and rates for new and existing markets consistent with budget and premium revenue assumptions. Support market expansion and M&A activities by leading provider contract analysis related to due diligence.
• Assist health plan CEOs, network development, legal and finance teams in key provider contract negotiations and strategy.
• Work collaboratively with Business Development on new markets and new product development initiatives.
• Ability to travel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, healthcare administration or related field required. MBA or MHA degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in managed care network development.
• 3+ years of experience in government programs.
• Demonstrated success leading large‑scale, multi‑market VBC programs across Medicaid, Medicare (including MA/D‑SNP), and/or commercial markets preferred.
• Previous experience managing staff, including hiring, training, managing workload and performance.
• Valid driver's license.
• Or equivalent experience acquired through accomplishments of applicable knowledge, duties, scope and skill reflective of the level of this position.

At Centene, we connect people to the care they need to live healthier lives — and the work you do here makes that impact real every day. You’ll take on meaningful challenges that directly support individuals, families, and communities, building your skills while making healthcare more accessible and effective. It’s work with a purpose you can see, backed by a team committed to improving lives well beyond the workday.
 

Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules.  Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status.  Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.

Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act