Senior Manager, Contract Management

You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members as a Customer Care professional at Centene. As a diversified, national organization, you’ll have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.

Position Purpose Drives compliance and strategies related to the terms and regulations of provider network agreements for the enterprise. Serves as subject matter expert on provider agreement templates and terms. Acts as advisor to health plans on language changes and impacts. Partners with management team on tactical and strategic initiatives of the contracting process.

• Oversees the development of policies and processes that govern the contract management team and provide guidance on contract terms and the assessment of contract proposals
• Exhibits extensive knowledge of provider contracting and contract provisions
• Manages the proposals, negotiation and administration of contracts that comply with company policies and legal requirements
• Manages the delivery of contract administration services and processes and ensures compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, company policies, and industry standards
• Escalates issue requiring legal input promptly
• Problem solve and assist health plans in developing new strategies
• Works with senior leadership on negotiations for complex or high-value contracts
• Mentors contract management team members to develop tactical career development plan to decrease attrition
• Manages and reviews the latest training materials and/or programs for the contract management team development and updates to ensure adequate training and quality standards
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
  
  

Education/Experience Requires a Bachelor's degree, paralegal or JD desirable and 6+ years of related experience, including prior management experience.

Or equivalent experience acquired through accomplishments of applicable knowledge, duties, scope and skill reflective of the level of this position. Previous experience conducting evaluations of provider agreements and/or an individual with a background in provider contracting highly preferred. Ideal candidate should have demonstrated abilities of strategic thinking and planning.

3+ years management experience preferred.

Pay Range $98,900.00 - $183,100.00 per year

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. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives.

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.