Associate Director, Medicaid Procurement

Associate Director, ProcurementBecome a part of our caring community and help us put health first. The Associate Director, Procurement generates and implements efficient sourcing and category management strategies. Manages the companys supply portfolio ensuring transparency of spending. The Associate Director, Procurement requires a solid understanding of how organization capabilities interrelate across department(s). The Associate Director, Procurement complies with federal and state regulatory guidelines. Reconciles purchases with invoices from vendors, validates pricing and contract compliance. Monitors performance through oversight documentation through vendor negotiations and promotional opportunities. Decisions are typically related to identifying and resolving complex technical and operational problems within department(s), and could lead multiple managers or highly specialized professional associates.Responsibilities:Understands and explains procurement and supplier oversight processes to Medicaid markets and business areas contacts.Improve and document processes around third-party identification for new market and reprocurement RFPs.Design, improve, and document processes for third party reporting including notification, collection, analyze, storage, and distribution.Team representative and presenter for various Medicaid committee meetings (ex; operations, quality, etc.).Partner with Medicaid markets to improve processes for communication of activity around third party projects, contracts, and SLA performance.Manage some complex and multi-market relationships.Participate and supports audit requests.Lead and mentor a team of associates.Required Qualifications:Bachelors Degree8 or more years of process improvement, relationship / supplier management, or procurement experience2 or more years of project leadership experience (formal or informal)Experience with internal and external auditsMust be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiencesPreferred Qualifications:Medicaid experiencePMPMBAAdditional Information:Interview Format: As part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we will be using an interviewing technology called HireVue to enhance our hiring and decision-making ability. HireVue allows us to quickly connect and gain valuable information from you pertaining to your relevant skills and experience at a time that is best for your schedule.WAH Internet Statement: 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. Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership. Employees who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense. Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information. Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humanas offices for training or meetings may be required.Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40Pay 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. $126,300 - $173,700 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, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.Application Deadline: 11-12-2025About Us: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.Equal Opportunity Employer: It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements.