Director, Footprint Design and Strategy - 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 resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities.

Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale.

Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Director, Footprint Design & Strategy will lead the development and execution of Optum Rx's enterprise fulfillment network strategy, ensuring the organization is positioned for long-term growth, operational excellence, and cost efficiency.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.

• Developing and maintaining the enterprise Pharmacy Footprint Strategy, including network optimization, expansion, and consolidation initiatives
• Leading capacity planning and utilization strategies to support current and future business growth
• Driving network design, scenario modeling, and business case development to support strategic decision-making
• Providing strategic oversight for pharmacy real estate planning, facility investments, and site strategy
• Establishing and advancing enterprise supply chain analytics capabilities and governance frameworks
• Partnering across Supply Chain, Pharmacy Operations, Finance, Real Estate, Procurement, and Logistics to translate business priorities into actionable network strategies
• Influencing executive stakeholders through data-driven recommendations and long-term strategic planning
• Leading and developing a team of network planning, design, and analytics professionals while fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
• Demonstrate strategic thinking and the ability to translate complex operational challenges into scalable enterprise solutions
• Drive cross-functional alignment and influence decisions across senior leadership teams
• Leverage solid analytical, financial, and business acumen to support network and investment decisions
• Build high-performing teams and develop talent to support evolving business priorities

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.

• 7+ years of supply chain, network design, or strategy experience
• Demonstrated experience in network modeling, capacity planning, or footprint optimization
• Proven success leading enterprise initiatives and analytics teams

• Experience supporting real estate or facility-related strategy
• All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to United Health Group’s Telecommuter Policy

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits as follows:

• a comprehensive benefits package
• incentive and recognition programs
• equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)

The salary for this role will range from $134,600 - $230,800 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Final date to receive applications: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a…