Procurement Lead; Medicaid

Position: Procurement Lead (Medicaid)
** Become a part of our caring community*
* The Procurement Lead (Medicaid) generates and implements efficient sourcing and category management strategies. You will manage the company's supply portfolio ensuring transparency of spending. You will work on problems of diverse scopes and complexity ranging from moderate to substantial and exercise independent judgment and decision making on complex issues regarding job responsibilities and related tasks with minimal supervision.

The Procurement Lead (Medicaid) complies with federal and state regulatory guidelines.

+ Reconcile purchases with invoices from suppliers, validate pricing and contract compliance.

+ Monitor performance through oversight documentation through supplier negotiations and promotional opportunities.

+ Advise executives to develop functional strategies (often segment specific) on matters of significance.

+ Understand and explain procurement and supplier management and oversight processes to Medicaid markets and business areas contacts.

+ Support third-party documentation for new market Request for Proposals (RFPs) and/or procurements strategies.

+ Develop and implement procurement strategies to achieve cost savings and operational efficiency.

+ Lead sourcing initiatives, including supplier identification, evaluation, and selection.

+ Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to maximize value.

+ Manage supplier relationships and monitor performance, including quality, delivery, and compliance.

+ Collaborate cross-functionally (e.g., finance, operations and logistics) to support business needs.

+ Analyze market trends, risks, and opportunities to inform procurement decisions.

+ Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.

+ Oversee purchase orders, contracts, and procurement documentation.

+ Drive continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes and systems.

+ Lead and mentor procurement team members (if applicable).

** Use your skills to make an impact*
* ** Required Qualifications*
* + Bachelor's degree.

+ Three (3) or more years of procurement, relationship/supplier management, or process improvement experience.

+ Two (2) or more years of project leadership experience.

+ Demonstrated experience partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to drive alignment, support decision-making, and achieve business objectives.

** Preferred Qualifications*
* + Master's in business administration (MBA).

+ Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.

** Additional Information*
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** Workstyle:
** This is a remote position.

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** Travel:
** This role may require up to 10% travel for onsite meetings, which could include locations outside your state of residence.

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** Typical Workdays and

Hours:

** Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm Eastern Standard Time (EST).

** WAH Internet Statement*
* To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees' ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria:

+ At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested.

+ Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership.

+ Employees who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.

+ Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.

+ Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.

** Interview Format*
* As part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we will be using an interviewing technology called Hire Vue to enhance our hiring and decision-making ability. Hire Vue allows us to quickly connect and gain valuable information from you pertaining to your relevant skills and experience at a time that is best for your schedule.

Travel:
While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

** Scheduled Weekly Hours*
* 40

** Pay Range*
* The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

$104,000 - $143,000 per year

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

** Description of Benefits*
* Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life…