Associate Business Systems Analyst
Combine two of the fastest-growing fields on the planet with a culture of performance, collaboration and opportunity and this is what you get. Leading edge technology in an industry that's improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation isn't about another gadget, it's about making health care data available wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliably. There's no room for error. Join us and start doing your life's best work.(sm)
You'll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Analyze current business processes and make recommendations for improvement based on industry trends and professional business knowledge
- Improve training and operational procedures within a business to increase efficiency and productivity
- Work directly with clients to understand the individual needs of the business
- Create and present reports to executive team members and shareholders to support recommendations
- Oversee implementation projects from beginning to completion
- Use a variety of data analysis and organization tools to discover the most impactful insights
- Full accountability for OptumCare Procurement Services and customer experience including achieving performance across key performance indicators including customer satisfaction rating, turn around time, data accuracy and other measures
- Management of 3rd party procurement services teams including Group Purchasing Organization services, off-shore support teams, a procure to pay (P2P) technology partner, and strategic suppliers
- Management of data cleansing, item maintenance, price accuracy, and EDI transactions for >500k items and hundreds of supplier partners
- Vendor, contract, and location master management for all enterprise and local supplier relationships
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:
- High School Diploma/ GED (or higher) OR 3+ years of related Business or Financial Analysis experience
- 3+ years of experience in procurement services
- Recognized as a highly credible Subject Matter Expert (SME) regarding procurement services and key aspects of procurement solutions (procure to pay, EDI, item/vendor/contract master management, catalog management, and customer support
- Demonstrated ability to get business results in a highly matrixed organization
- Track record of success bridging local and enterprise needs
- Ability to travel 10% of the time
- Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential job function of this role. Candidates located in states that mandate COVID-19 booster doses must also comply with those state requirements. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination, and boosters when applicable, prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Health or Engineering
- Experience using Procure to Pay application such as Premier connect, Coupa, and etc.
- Experience in ERP Systems such as PeopleSoft
- Experience in healthcare supply chain
- Strong Proficiency in Business Intelligence tools such as MS Products, Tableau, etc
Soft Skills:
- Solid interpersonal skills and ability to build long-term relationships
- Excellent presentation, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to influence others
To protect the health and safety of our workforce, patients and communities we serve, UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate companies require all employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to beginning employment. In addition, some roles and locations require full COVID-19 vaccination, including boosters, as an essential job function. UnitedHealth Group adheres to all federal, state, and local COVID-19 vaccination regulations as well as all client COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will obtain the necessary information from candidates prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Failure to meet the vaccination requirement may result in rescission of an employment offer or termination of employment.
Careers with Optum. We built an entire organization around one giant objective; make the health system work better for everyone. Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, brings together some of the greatest minds and most advanced ideas on where health care has to go in order to reach its fullest potential. For you, that means working on an elite team. Optum, incredible ideas in one incredible company and a singular opportunity to do your life's best work.(sm)
*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada or New York City Residents Only: The salary range for Colorado residents is $54,400 to $97,000. The salary range for Connecticut / Nevada / New York City residents is $60,000 to $106,700. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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