Provider Contracting Lead Analyst

The Cigna Group

. Lead contract negotiations with providers, ancillary providers, and health systems with guidance from management and senior teammates .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $71,400 - $119,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Commercial Provider Contracting and Network Operations, with strong analytical skills and financial acumen to evaluate contract terms and support data-informed decisions. Proven ability to build relationships, collaborate across teams, and manage multiple projects effectively in a fast-paced environment.

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Commercial Provider ContractingFinancial ModelingAnalytical SkillsContract NegotiationMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Financial AcumenContract AdministrationProvider PricingNetwork ManagementData AnalysisContract EvaluationValue-Oriented ContractingMarket Dynamics KnowledgeProject ManagementProblem Solving

Soft Skills

Relationship ManagementClear CommunicationInitiativeCollaborationCustomer Service

Tools & Technologies

Provider Contracting SystemsNetwork AnalyticsFee Schedule ManagementCompliance SystemsInternal Contracting Processes

Industry Keywords

Healthcare AdministrationAncillary ProvidersHealth SystemsCommercial NetworksProvider Dynamics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead contract negotiations with providers, ancillary providers, and health systems with guidance from management and senior teammates
Build detailed financial models and analyze provider contract terms to support timely decisions and performance expectations
Use internal contracting systems and processes accurately and efficiently for contract administration and implementation
Build and maintain trusted relationships with current and prospective providers
Monitor provider relationships and the competitive landscape within the assigned market to identify risks, gaps, and opportunities
Apply knowledge of provider network dynamics to support contracting strategy, strengthen Commercial networks, and advance value-oriented arrangements
Partner with Provider Service, Provider Data Management, Fee Schedule Management, Legal, Network Analytics, Compliance, Sales, regional leadership, and other teams to advance agreements and resolve issues
Communicate analyses, recommendations, progress, and risks clearly to internal partners and provider stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Two or more years of experience in Commercial provider contracting, network operations, provider pricing, or a closely related area
Strong analytical skills and financial acumen, including the ability to evaluate contract terms and support data-informed decisions
Clear written, verbal, listening, presentation, and relationship-management skills
Ability to take initiative, solve problems, influence outcomes, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
Ability to collaborate across teams, manage competing priorities, and handle multiple projects at the same time
Commitment to integrity, dependable follow-through, and strong customer service
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Occasional travel required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Healthcare Administration, or a related field (preferred)
Experience negotiating contracts with ancillary providers or health systems (preferred)
Experience using provider contracting, network management, or pricing systems (preferred)
Knowledge of Commercial provider networks, local market dynamics, and value-oriented contracting (preferred)
Home internet connection obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload if working at home

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus plan eligibility
Medical benefits
Vision benefits
Dental benefits
Well-being and behavioral health programs
401(k)
Company-paid life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year
Paid holidays
Leaves of absence
Cable broadband or fiber optic internet service with at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload for home workers
Tobacco-free policy