Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

　　This role will provide pricing support for the OptumInsight Provider technology and services portfolio. Success in this role will be dependent on an ability to successfully navigate and influence change across a matrixed environment, quickly adapt to changing priorities, and an ability to clearly articulate business issues with recommended solutions --- in the context of a fast paced and high-growth environment that has a long-term commitment to making health care better for everyone.

　　You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

　　Primary Responsibilities:

　　Pricing support for OptumInsight Provider technology and services product suite

　　Participation in deal development and negotiations to achieve solutions that meet both internal and external requirements

　　Development of ROI analysis to support the OptumInsight value proposition

　　Effectively partnering and negotiating with cross-functional teams that include Sales, Finance, Product, Operations, Legal and other internal customers

　　Preparing financial analysis and presenting deal economics, risks, and recommendations to senior management

　　Assembling disparate operational and financial data for analysis and to drive fact based decision-making

　　Building, maintaining, and enhancing pricing and cost models

　　Developing accurate cost models to support pricing decisions by partnering with Finance and business owners

　　Identifying and driving process improvements that simplify work, reduce internal cost, and improve the customer experience

　　Reviewing customer contracts to ensure accuracy and risk minimization

　　Providing pricing and broader financial support for large partnership opportunities and other strategic initiatives

　　You’ll 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:

　　Bachelor's degree

　　6+ years of solid analytic experience in pricing, costing and/or data analytics

　　Proven intermediate Proficiency in MS Excel skills, including significant financial modeling experience

　　Experience working collaboratively and influencing others within a matrix organization

　　Demonstrated excellent written communication skills and the ability to verbally communicate ideas clearly & confidently

　　Ability to work independently with little supervision, prioritize work and be a self-starter

　　Reside in Eastern or Central time zone

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Bachelors’ degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Marketing or Business

　　MBA or CPA

　　Proficiency using PowerPoint to create presentations

　　Healthcare, Technology, and/or Revenue Cycle Management experience

　　Experience working and interacting with executive leadership

　　Experience using SalesForce

　　*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

　　California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range for California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island or Washington residents is $88,000 to $173,200 annually. 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, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

　　At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

　　Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers 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