Vice President, Network Development – Contracting

Centene Corporation

. Oversee provider network and contracting related activities .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • Missouri • United StatesLead💰 $207,000 - $392,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in provider network development, contracting management, and strategic planning within healthcare environments. Proven ability to lead budgeting, forecasting, and market expansion initiatives while ensuring compliance with policies and standards.

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Provider Network DevelopmentContracting ManagementBudgeting And ForecastingHealthcare AdministrationStrategic Planning

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Hard Skills

Provider ContractingCost ManagementAccess AnalysisNegotiationMarket ExpansionUnit Cost AnalysisQuality Standards DevelopmentPerformance ManagementM&A Due DiligenceHealthcare Compliance

Soft Skills

LeadershipTeam ManagementAnalytical ThinkingCommunicationDecision Making

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeMBAMHA

Industry Keywords

Managed CareProvider RelationsHealthcare EnvironmentNetwork OperationsExpansion Markets

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee provider network and contracting related activities
Lead provider network strategy, including access analysis and network operations
Support decision makers with analysis related to reimbursement and unit cost management
Oversee coordination and negotiation for the contracting department
Ensure development of provider networks across expansion markets
Evaluate provider network cost, coverage and growth and recommend expansion opportunities
Oversee budgeting and forecasting initiatives for product-line network costs and provider contracts
Review provider contracting rates for alignment with overall company strategy
Participate in unit cost and selective contracting initiatives
Establish the department’s strategic vision, objectives, policies and procedures
Develop, implement and maintain production and quality standards
Support market expansion and M&A activities through provider contract analysis for due diligence
Assist health plan CEO and/or COO vendors in key provider relations and strategy
Perform other duties as assigned
Comply with all policies and standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent, in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration or related field required
MBA or MHA degree preferred
10+ years of network development and provider relations or contracting management in a health care or managed care environment required
Previous management experience including responsibilities for hiring, training, assigning work and managing performance of staff
Valid driver’s license
Equivalent experience acquired through accomplishments of applicable knowledge, duties, scope and skill reflective of the level of this position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Health insurance
401K plan
Stock purchase plans
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off plus holidays
Flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules
Additional forms of incentives may be included in total compensation
Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity