Vice President, Market Growth Executive - Payer Market - Remote

Job ID: 101367704384Posted: 2026-09-30Location: Eden Prairie, Minnesota, United StatesSalary: $75,000 - $160,000/yearJob Area: Sales/Direct SellingCompany: UnitedHealth GroupOptum 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. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.Primary Responsibilities:Sell Optum Whole Health Solutions (WHS) to new and/or existing clients in the payer market, with accountability for growth across an assigned geography, market, or portfolio of health plan relationshipsAssume responsibility and accountability for assigned annual sales revenue goals and maintain a robust, qualified new business pipelineDevelop market-level growth strategies that connect payer priorities, local market dynamics, competitive activity, and Optum capabilitiesLead executive discovery and opportunity development across the WHS portfolio, including Behavioral Health, One Pass fitness, musculoskeletal, transplant and complex care, oncology, maternity, fertility, NICU, NurseLine, focused claims review, and strategic partnershipsIdentify whitespace, mobilize the appropriate solution sales and clinical experts, and orchestrate a coordinated Optum value story for each clientOwn and lead the sales process and client engagement through close, coordinating with legal, pricing, finance, product, clinical, implementation, and account teamsDisplay exceptional strategic selling skills including discovery, ROI development and presentation, sales cycle management, territory planning, negotiation, and closingCultivate and deepen C-suite and complex client relationships, engaging Optum executives when appropriateDevelop consultative relationships and serve as a trusted advisor by connecting Optum solutions to the client's growth, affordability, quality, access, and member experience objectivesMaintain current knowledge of assigned markets, payer strategies, procurement cycles, local provider dynamics, and competitor positioningManage the sales cycle through disciplined weekly pipeline and account reviews with all stakeholdersCommunicate and present effectively to multiple audiences and levelsParticipate in trade shows and industry events, provide market intelligence and product feedback, and represent WHS as a positive enterprise leaderEnsure accurate and timely entry of sales opportunity information using the CRM toolWork independently as a solid team player with minimal supervision in a fast-paced, high-intensity environmentYou'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:7+ years of sales and/or business development experience selling complex health care solutions to payers, including significant experience in assigned regional or national marketsDemonstrated market development experience, including territory strategy, executive relationship building, competitive positioning, and creation of new pipelinesProven successful record of developing and closing complex payer deals and consistently achieving annual sales targets of $25M or moreProven ability to partner effectively with health plans and navigate complex, matrixed organizationsProven solid presentation skills across face-to-face, webinar, and phone-based client interactionsProven client-focused orientation that balances client objectives with enterprise prioritiesProven superior written, oral, and interpersonal communication skillsDemonstrated consultative approach and solid team orientationWillingness and ability to travel a minimum of 25% regularly and during peak review season potentially up to 50%Preferred Qualifications:12+ years of payer sales or business development experience with an established record of opening markets and expanding enterprise relationshipsExperience in clinical practice, utilization management, care management, specialty networks and/or complex condition programsExperience with digital tools, or related clinical solutionsHealth plan experience with a national, regional, or local organizationsDeep knowledge of payer economics, clinical programs, benefit design, and Medicare AdvantageProven solid professional reputation within the health care industry and access to senior payer decision makers*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter PolicyPay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $75,000 - $160,000 annually based on full-time employment. This role is also eligible to receive bonuses based on sales performance. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.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. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.