Associate Director Product Commercialization, Retail Pharmacy Networks - Remote

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 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.

The Associate Director Product Commercialization will be crucial in driving sales, operationalizing products, refreshing current networks, and leading a high-performing team.

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

Primary Responsibilities:

• Drive sales initiatives to expand our market presence and increase revenue
• Lead and develop a team focused on commercializing retail pharmacy network products
• Operationalize new and existing products, ensuring smooth implementation and customer satisfaction
• Refresh and optimize current pharmacy networks to maintain competitiveness and efficiency
• Develop and execute strategic plans to meet business objectives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and successful product launches
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to inform product strategy

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:

• 5+ years of experience in pharmacy network healthcare, pharmacy benefit management, or related industry
• 5+ years of experience in non-technical product management and / or product commercialization roles
• 3+ years direct client engagement
• Experience creating presentations to pitch/sell product to clients and executive leaders
• Experience with project management and process improvement
• Strategic thinking experience, executing product tactfully in the market and for clients
• Proven deep understanding of the pharmacy benefit management landscape

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in product sales
• Experience as a people leader; managing and developing teams

Key Competencies

• Results-driven with a focus on achieving sales and operational targets
• Innovative problem-solver capable of optimizing existing networks and products
• Relationship builder with the ability to work effectively across departments
• Adaptable leader comfortable with change in a dynamic industry

*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, Washington, Washington, D.C. Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $104,700 to $190,400 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

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 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.

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