Senior Contract Management Specialist

The Cigna Group

. Lead configuration and ongoing administration of the provider contract management system, including reference data, approval workflows, user roles, permissions, and standard contract templates .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $92,000 - $153,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in contract management and negotiation within the managed healthcare sector, with a strong focus on system administration, process improvement, and stakeholder collaboration. Proficient in developing training materials and providing consultative support to enhance operational efficiency.

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Managed Healthcare ExperienceContract NegotiationContract ManagementContract Lifecycle Management (CLM) SystemsMicrosoft Excel

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Hard Skills

Contract ManagementContract NegotiationProcess ImprovementReporting and Insights DevelopmentWorkflow ManagementTraining DevelopmentAnalytical SkillsProject ManagementSystem DevelopmentCompliance

Soft Skills

CommunicationRelationship ManagementPresentation SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointPDF ToolsPresentation Applications

Industry Keywords

Provider ContractingHealthcare AdministrationRegulatory ComplianceGovernanceMatrixed Organization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead configuration and ongoing administration of the provider contract management system, including reference data, approval workflows, user roles, permissions, and standard contract templates
Partner with contracting leaders, governance groups, Legal, Regulatory and State Government Affairs, and technology teams to align system capabilities with business, policy, and regulatory needs
Coordinate release readiness, testing, implementation, and adoption of system improvements
Develop reporting and insights on workload, contract complexity, compliance, financial performance, language trends, and improvement opportunities
Create and refine administrative guidelines, contracting processes, exception pathways, and approval structures
Design, deliver, and evaluate virtual or classroom training; maintain learning materials and training records
Provide consultative support and subject matter expertise to field contracting teams and cross-functional partners
Mentor frontline staff, resolve complex issues, and provide occasional backup support through phone and shared email channels
Build relationships across Network Operations, Service Operations, Medical Management, Medical Economics, Legal, vendors, and regional contracting teams
Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services work to improve the health and vitality of clients, customers, and patients

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 5 years of managed healthcare experience
At least 2 years in contract negotiation
At least 2 years in contract management
Experience managing or supporting business systems, workflows, testing, releases, or process improvements
Ability to influence decisions, gain support, and collaborate effectively in a matrixed organization
Strong communication, presentation, training, relationship management, negotiation, organization, and analytical skills
Ability to turn complex information into clear recommendations and solve problems in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, PDF tools, and presentation applications
Ability to occasionally work across time zones
Ability to travel occasionally when needed
Experience with Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) systems
Knowledge of provider contracting, negotiation, provider services, project management, or system development
Bachelor’s degree in business, healthcare administration, or a related field; MBA, MHA, or another relevant advanced degree preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus plan eligibility
Medical, vision, and dental benefits starting on day one
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
Remote work arrangement
Cable broadband or fiber optic internet requirement for home working, with at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload