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.
About the Role:
As a Fortune 5 business, we’re one of the world’s leading healthcare companies. There are no limits here on the resources you’ll have or the challenges you’ll encounter.
We have been supporting global healthcare systems from Ireland and the UK for more than 20 years, building a dynamic and diverse team of more than 2,000 talented individuals. With a continued record of growth and stability, we're on the lookout for new talent to join our expanding teams.
We are looking for an experienced, curious, and self-motivated individual responsible for working within a Pharma Services team dedicated to providing key account management to major Pharmaceutical Manufacturers based in the US. The successful candidate will report to the Director of Pharma Services, Emisar. We seek people who can collaborate cross-functionally with various business and data analytics teams, demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, have a customer-focused mindset, and the ability to manage multiple business projects simultaneously.
Careers with Optum offer flexible work arrangements. Individuals living and working in the Republic of Ireland will have the opportunity to split their monthly work hours between our Dublin or Letterkenny offices and telecommuting from a home-based office in a hybrid work model.
Primary Responsibilities:
* Perform within a team of account and service managers aimed at developing and promoting new administrative services for Pharmaceutical Manufacturers in the US.
* Work with key business owners to develop an extensive portfolio of new GPO tools and services, including ideation, scoping, UX consulting, product development, testing, and stakeholder engagement.
* Coordinate with the GPO Business Development team to improve operational efficiency, data centralization, dashboard utility, and other initiatives to enhance competitiveness and profitability.
* Participate in operational activities related to Pharma Services.
* Provide executive summaries, organize presentations, and analyze data for senior management.
* Seek continuous improvement of processes and organizational procedures for efficiency.
* Work towards objectives and collaborate across teams to deliver initiatives.
* Manage reports and updates reflecting business performance and priorities for leadership teams.
* Create and articulate business cases for high-impact product opportunities.
Required Qualifications:
* Undergraduate degree or equivalent.
* Ability to work collaboratively in a matrix environment to achieve business goals.
* Experience analyzing diverse datasets to develop insights and strategies.
* Experience managing projects with accountability to senior management.
* Understanding of the healthcare or pharmaceutical industry landscape.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of conveying complex information clearly.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience in managed healthcare or pharmacy benefit management.
* Advanced degree (e.g., MBA).
Additional Notes:
* You must be eligible to work indefinitely in the country of application; proof will be required.
* All telecommuters must adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.
* Our mission is to help people live healthier lives and improve the health system for everyone, addressing disparities and promoting health equity.
* If you are not a passport holder of the country where the vacancy is located, you may need a work permit.
* Applications should be submitted via the 'Apply now' button. Do not provide bank or payment details.
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