Job Description

Combine two of the fastest-growing fields on the planet with a culture of performance, collaboration and opportunity and this is what you get. Leading edge technology in an industry thats improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation isnt about another gadget, its about making health care data available wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliably. Theres no room for error. Join us and start doing

your lifes best work.(sm)

Youll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities

The Sr. Product Manager, Medical Benefit Solutions will be responsible for the full product lifecycle management, including strategy, design, development, management, and end of life of new, existing or acquisition products. As well as driving and fostering growth and innovation in the world of Medical Benefits Solutions by executing the following
* Gathering and presenting key data insights, trends, opportunity analysis and business case development across products and clients to inform strategy with innovative products that secure our position as the market innovators in payor focused Specialty solutions
* Creating disruptive and holistic solutions to support payor clients in their objectives of managing cost, utilization and quality for complex and high-cost patients managed through the Medical Benefits
* Developing robust product and client performance tracking tools based on internal data and current and anticipated market trends to deliver new market leading solutions to marketAdditional duties will include
* Collaborate across organization – Product, Analytics and Reporting, Finance, Industry Relation, Clinical Legal, Sales, Marketing – to develop innovative strategies that provide winning solutions to manage high-cost therapies in market and in pipeline and performance measurement tools to proactively identify key trends for program optimization
* Develop modeling of new product opportunities, program enhancements, client reporting, and product performance
* Build and execute medical benefits product roadmap including but not limited to
* Medical formulary and coverage strategies
* Innovative utilization management approaches and operational processes
* Provider education and incentive strategies
* Cross-benefit alignment strategies to better manage utilization and drug spend
* Roadmap to expand our suite of services beyond specialty pharmacy

Key leadership competencies Include
* Thinks and acts strategically
* Identifies new innovation and sources of value for the enterprise and sets the pace for delivering results
* Creates and strengthens partnerships within and outside the enterprise to deliver new solutions
* Uses critical thinking and strategy to balance multiple stakeholder needs (e.g., patient, payor, pharma, pharmacy, enterprise)Sets Direction

* Engages in business plan development and proactively anticipate needs that can be addressed with an innovation strategy or solution
* Builds the roadmap to deliver innovation by leading developing, validating, and scaling data driven solutions to maintain market leadership with patient experience, clinical outcomes, and cost management strategies
* Applies advanced knowledge and expertise to advance clinical, patient experience, and cost management strategiesImpacts and Influences
* Develops and maintains productive relationships with all levels
* Builds, develops, and inspires teams to deliver the roadmap for specialty innovation
* Represent specialty innovation, adherence, and digital messaging across the enterprise
* Apply clinical, contract, & performance guarantee thought leadership to gain new & retain existing businessDeep industry expertise of current and future specialty health care needs with proven ability to convert expertise into products and services
* Uses deep knowledge of specialty and overall health care market dynamics to deliver results
* Maintains deep understanding across the enterprise to efficiently and effectively drive innovation
* Develops, leads, and articulates the innovation story internally and externally to clientsDelivers results
* Plans, develops, and executes short- and long-range innovation, adherence, and digital messaging program goals
* Identifies risk and mitigation strategies to ensure deliver innovation solutions
* Prepares and delivers presentations that translate analytic insights to tangible actionable solutions to implement
* Sets vision and gains alignment from team and cross functional partners holds individuals and self-accountable for results

Youll 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 Qualifications

* Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience
* 4 years of experience within Pharma and/or pharmacy benefit management (PBM) industry, including experience in Formulary management or operations
* 3 years of experience and understanding of pharma pricing and PBM strategy, including knowledge of current reimbursement methodologies
* If you need to enter a work site for any reason, you will be required to screen for symptoms using the ProtectWell mobile app, Interactive Voice Response (i.e., entering your symptoms via phone system) or a similar UnitedHealth Group-approved symptom screener. Employees must comply with any state and local masking orders. In addition, when in a UnitedHealth Group building, employees are expected to wear a mask in areas where physical distancing cannot be attainedPreferred Qualifications
* PharmD, BS in Pharmacy, PhD or MS in HEOR, MBA, MPH
* Experience in medical drug management
* Experience leading and overseeing cross-functional initiatives, with a moderate to high degree of complexity
* Expertise in the following areasStrategic planning, Product life cycle management and Drug rebates
Careers with OptumRx.Were one of the largest and most innovative pharmacy benefits managers in the US, serving more than 12 million people nationwide. Here youll fill far more than prescriptions. As a member of one of our pharmacy teams, youre empowered to be your best and do whatever it takes to help each customer. Youll find unrivaled support and training as well as a wealth of growth and development opportunities driven by your performance and limited only by your imagination. Join us. Theres no better place to help people live healthier lives while doing

your lifes best work.(sm)
* All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Groups Telecommuter Policy.

Colorado Residents Only The salary range for Colorado residents is $94,500 to $171,700. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, youll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphereUnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug – free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Job KeywordsProduct Manager, Benefit Solutions, Pharma, PBM, pharmacy benefit manager PharmD, HEOR, medical drug management, Telecommute, Remote, Work from Home

Requisition Number:931855

Business Segment:OptumRx

Employee Status:Regular

Job Level:Director

Travel:No

Country:US

Overtime Status:Exempt

Schedule:Full-time

Shift:Day Job

Telecommuter Position:Yes