Manager : Supply Chain Advisory Services - Remote

Manager In Supply Chain Advisory Services

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.

As a Manager in Supply Chain Advisory Services, you are the engine of transformation for our clients. You will serve as the day-to-day operational and strategic leader for complex savings implementation projects, holding full accountability for delivering significant, measurable outcomes. While leveraging senior leadership for strategic guidance, you are the primary owner of the engagement's success. This role requires a unique blend of high-level strategic thinking and ground-level execution, moving seamlessly from boardroom presentations to detailed project management. As the key client-facing leader, the Manager is responsible for the overall health of the engagement, the success of the client, and the development of the consulting team.

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

Primary Responsibilities :

Client Engagement & Advisory Services

• Serve as the Client's Strategic Advisor : Architect and own the client relationship, becoming the primary, trusted advisor for hospital executives, supply chain leaders, and transformation groups. This involves building deep, collaborative partnerships, navigating complex organizational dynamics, and ensuring all key stakeholders are aligned on project goals and strategic direction
• Develop and deliver executive updates : Craft and present clear, concise, and compelling updates to senior leadership at client sites and internally. This goes beyond reporting data; it involves synthesizing complex information into actionable insights and tailoring the message to resonate with different audiences, from the CFO focused on financial impact to the COO concerned with operational stability
• Drive savings initiatives : Spearhead major savings categories from end to end. This begins with a thorough assessment and opportunity identification phase-leveraging data analytics and stakeholder interviews-and progresses through strategy development, sourcing, negotiation, and full-scale implementation to ensure savings are not only identified but fully realized and sustained
• Lead strategic projects : Drive critical initiatives beyond sourcing, such as establishing robust supply chain governance structures (e.g., Value Analysis Committees), leading process automation efforts to reduce manual work, and executing complex value analysis projects to balance clinical quality with financial stewardship
• Build strategic partnerships : Cultivate and maintain high-impact relationships with key vendors, suppliers, and Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs). The goal is to transform transactional interactions into strategic partnerships that create long-term, mutual value, drive innovation, and improve service levels for the client
• Support Business Development : While not a direct sales role, the Manager is responsible for identifying additional client needs and communicating opportunities for follow-on work or expanded services to firm leadership, contributing directly to the growth of the practice

Project & Financial Management

Implementation & Execution

Internal & Leadership Contributions

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.

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

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 $110,200 to $188,800 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.