RFP Proposal Project Manager (PBM) - Remote

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. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as we help advance health equity on a global scale. Here, you will find talented peers, comprehensive benefits, a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, career growth opportunities and your life's best work.(sm)

The Proposal Project Manager (PPM) manages the overall RFP process for all pharmacy products for the sales and client management organization.

The Proposal Project Manager (PPM) supports Optum Rx’s sales and client retention efforts by managing competitive and compelling responses to Health Plan Requests for Proposals (RFPs). The PPM is responsible for project management and completion of all proposal and proposal related documents, i.e., planning, scheduling, organizing, and coordinating all elements of the proposal deliverable.

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

Primary Responsibilities:

• Thorough review of all RFP documents and sales strategy documents specific to opportunity


• Create and maintain overall project timeline


• Coordinate all strategy calls, including internal team calls


• Direct all calls, compile and distribute notes, clearly identifying actionable items


• Coordinate/lead project touch base calls with all pertinent resources


• Communicate overall project health


• Identify project risks


• Escalate risks to leadership


• Manage internal team items (PGs, standard and non-standard items,  pricing items, and coordinate all analysis requests)


• Submit for Sales Review Final Strategic


• Handle final consultant and/or customer submission


• Complete project work as assigned accurately and within specified deadlines


• Project close-out - update project tracking log with key deliverables

Additional responsibilities include:

• Complete project work as assigned accurately and within specified deadlines


• Participate in relevant training opportunities that will enhance both individual performance and overall unit performance

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:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience (2 years of experience 2 years of education) 


• 2 years of experience writing RFPs


• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience writing RFP’s within Pharmacy Benefits Management 


• Experience writing RFP’s in Healthcare Industry 


• Experience with complex bid RFP’s 


• Experience with Healthplan client bids 


• Familiarity with RFPIO or other RFP content database 


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Strategic and Critical thinking skills


• Flexible, proactive, and able to cope with ever changing conditions


• Self-starter and ability to work independently


• Ability to follow and meet project timelines 


• Ability to maintain a high level of attention to detail in a fast-paced environment


• Able to multi-task and keep track of various project pieces

Careers with OptumRx. We're one of the largest and most innovative pharmacy benefits managers in the US, serving more than 12 million people nationwide. Here you’ll fill far more than prescriptions. As a member of one of our pharmacy teams, you’re empowered to be your best and do whatever it takes to help each customer. You'll find unrivaled support and training as well as a wealth of growth and development opportunities driven by your performance and limited only by your imagination. Join us. There's no better place to help people live healthier lives while doing your life's best work.(sm)

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New York City, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range for California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New York City, or Washington residents is $67,800 to $133,100. 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. 

•All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

 

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.

 

 

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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