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Planning and Strategy Analyst - Remote

eden prairie, MN

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Optum lists this Planning and Strategy Analyst - Remote opportunity in eden prairie, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Overview

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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 Planning and Strategy Analyst is essential to advancing the strategic priorities of Optum Operations by providing leadership, analytical rigor, and strategic insight across multiple domains. This role requires end-to-end oversight of initiatives, including framing the problem, collecting and analyzing data and process information and communicating findings to leaders that are aligned to business priorities to drive decision-making. The ideal candidate brings solid analytical skills, operational discipline, and the ability to work in a matrixed environment.

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

Primary Responsibilities

Provide strategic planning and direction: Drive stakeholder alignment by creating data-drive points of view that are aligned to business priorities and goals

Translate complex data and strategic concepts into clear, actionable insights for diverse internal audiences

Lead/mentor cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of innovation and data-drive decisioning

Review and enhance the work of others, providing strategic guidance and developmental feedback

Drive operational performance and projects

Develop and manage business plans that support long-term objectives and performance goals

Support integration of services and alignment of performance and service levels with enterprise-wide standards across key operational functions

Partner across operations, technology, digital, and experience teams to identify and advance initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and reduce manual interventions

Align operational strategies and innovations with VBC objectives to improve clinical outcomes and patient experience

Lead implementation and optimization of transaction-based billing models to improve cost transparency and operational efficiency

Monitor and analyze operational cost drivers, capital investments, and workforce trends to inform strategic decision-making and resource planning

Required Qualifications

2+ years in strategic operations, business planning, or healthcare operations leadership

Proven track record in leading complex, cross-functional initiatives and projects

Experience in project management or process optimization.

Preferred Qualifications

Proven solid analytical and conceptual thinking skills

Ability to solve complex problems and develop innovative solutions

Excellent communication and leadership skills

Ability to manage up and set clear expectations for delivery

All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth 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 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 us, you\'ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $89,900 to $160,600 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Business Development and Sales

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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Worksite address

eden prairie, MN, 55344, US

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