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Category Management AdvisorCigna • Houston, TX, US
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Category Management Advisor

Category Management Advisor

Cigna • Houston, TX, US
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Category Management Advisor : Enterprise Wellness

As a member of the Enterprise Wellness team within the Category Management and Strategic Sourcing (CMSS) organization, the Category Management Advisor is accountable for sourcing on, near, and offshore supplier delivery of customer-facing and functional business processes that lower costs and increase operational benefits to The Cigna Group.

The individual will lead negotiations with suppliers to secure competitive prices, improve delivery, and achieve favorable terms to The Cigna Group. Understanding of business process, legal contracts, and financial acumen is desired.

This resource must have experience in dealing with dynamic requirements that are tied to strategic level business objectives. The individual will regularly interface with managers, directors, and senior directors to complete assigned work. As part of strategy and contract finalization, this role also will interact with senior leaders at the vice president and above levels within The Cigna Group.

Major Objectives

  • Support, execute and implement sourcing initiatives; take accountability for the results of these efforts
  • Execute clearly written contracts that optimize value and mitigate risk to Cigna
  • Establish the role as a valued advisor to business teams

Major Activities

  • Lead the end to end sourcing process, from market analysis to RFP, through business terms and contract execution
  • Analyze business requirements to formulate high level supply chain strategies and processes that are aligned with various Cigna business units
  • Research potential suppliers and recommend alternatives
  • Review and draft contracts with suppliers to optimize benefits and minimize risks to The Cigna Group.
  • Identify and implement process improvements
  • Lead and direct the proactive management and understanding of industry best practices and technology trends; provide insight to executive management
  • Key Competencies

  • Bachelor degree preferred
  • 5+ years relevant work experience
  • Fundamental understanding of the healthcare sector and health services industry
  • Project and stakeholder management
  • Strong analytical, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Knowledge of procurement and outsourcing principles, theories, and processes
  • Demonstrated experience in drafting and reviewing contracts that include Master Services Agreements and Statements of Work
  • Experience with eSourcing applications
  • If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download / 5Mbps upload. For this position, we anticipate offering an annual salary of 92,100 - 153,500 USD / yearly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location. This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.

    We want you to be healthy, balanced, and feel secure. That's why you'll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you'll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year and paid holidays.

    About The Cigna Group

    Doing something meaningful starts with a simple decision, a commitment to changing lives. At The Cigna Group, we're dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.

    Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email SeeYourself@cigna.com for support. The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco / nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco / nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include : Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.

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