Payer Relations Account Executive

CVS Health

. Drive new business growth and expand CVS Pharmacy’s position within payer networks .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeRemote • Rhode Island • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $82,940 - $182,549 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in business development and account management within the healthcare sector, with a strong focus on building relationships and negotiating agreements with pharmacy benefit managers and health plans. Proven ability to develop data-driven business cases and navigate complex commercial discussions.

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Business DevelopmentAccount ManagementHealthcare ContractingNegotiation SkillsRelationship Building

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Hard Skills

Sales ExperienceBusiness Case DevelopmentData AnalysisContract NegotiationPipeline Management

Soft Skills

Influencing Decision-MakingStrong Business JudgmentIndependent Work

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Pharmacy Benefit ManagementManaged CareHealthcare ServicesPayer RelationshipsReimbursement Models

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive new business growth and expand CVS Pharmacy’s position within payer networks
Develop and advance relationships with pharmacy benefit managers, health plans, discount program providers, and state Medicaid organizations
Secure new agreements and strengthen strategic partnerships
Identify, qualify, and advance new business opportunities
Build and maintain an opportunity pipeline, forecast potential business impact, and track progress toward goals
Develop and present business cases and proposals aligned with service, quality, network design, and volume commitments
Partner with internal stakeholders to evaluate market opportunities and competitive positioning
Support contract negotiations
Facilitate transitions of newly executed agreements to account management teams
Support performance reviews during the initial contract lifecycle
Travel up to 20%

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of experience in sales, business development, account management, healthcare contracting, or a related field
Proven track record of sourcing, negotiating, and closing new business agreements with measurable results
Experience developing data-driven business cases and presenting recommendations to stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to build relationships and influence decision-making with senior external partners
Strong business judgment with the ability to work independently and navigate complex commercial discussions
Bachelor's degree required, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience
Up to 20% travel required
Preferred: experience in pharmacy benefit management, retail pharmacy, managed care, or healthcare services
Preferred: knowledge of pharmacy network structures, payer relationships, and reimbursement models
Preferred: experience working with pharmacy benefit managers, regional health plans, or Medicaid organizations
Preferred: experience supporting value-based, performance-based, or outcomes-driven business arrangements

Benefits

Comp & perks

CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program
Award target in the company’s equity award program
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Paid time off
Retirement savings options
Wellness programs
Other resources supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being