Vendor Management Professional

$78K — $107K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Progressive operational experience
  • Leadership experience in a metric-intensive environment
  • Strong facilitation skills
  • Passion for enhancing consumer experiences
  • Bachelor's Degree preferred
  • Master's Degree preferred
  • Six Sigma or Project Management certification preferred
  • Experience in healthcare or insurance is a plus
  • Knowledge of Medicare Advantage and Grievance and Appeals is beneficial
  • 3+ years experience in pharmacy claims processing

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a liaison between vendors and the organization
  • Negotiate vendor contracts and communicate daily matters
  • Establish and nurture positive vendor relationships
  • Monitor vendor performance and resolve issues
  • Influence departmental strategy on procurement
  • Make decisions on complex project components with minimal direction
  • Analyze data and situations to evaluate multiple factors

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Paid time off including personal holidays and volunteer time
  • Paid parental and caregiver leave
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Life insurance options
  • Additional wellness support initiatives
Full Job Description
The Senior Vendor Management Professional works as liaison between vendors and organization. The Senior Vendor Management Professional work assignments involve moderately complex to complex issues where the analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors.

The Senior Vendor Management Professional reviews and negotiates terms of vendor contracts and communicates with vendors to regarding daily matters. Develop positive relationship with vendors and monitor vendor performance. Research invoice and contractual issues and resolve discrepancies. Begin to influence department's strategy. Make decisions on moderately complex to complex issues regarding technical approach for project components, and perform work without direction. Exercise considerable latitude in determining goals and approaches to assignments.


Use your skills to make an impact

Required Qualifications

  • Progressive operational experience
  • Leadership experience over a large metric-intensive operational unit
  • Facilitation skills
  • Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on improving consumer experiences

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Certification with Six Sigma or the Project Management Institute
  • Prior experience in a healthcare or insurance setting
  • Knowledge of Medicare Advantage
  • Grievance and Appeals experience
  • 3 or more years of experience with pharmacy claims processing

This is a remote position.

Work at Home Requirements: 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. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.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.


$78,400 - $107,800 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 extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

Application Deadline: 08-19-2026

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