VP Solutions Sales Executive - Remote

Job ID: 96047097280Posted: 2026-08-05Location: Eden Prairie, Minnesota, United StatesSalary: $130,000 - $240,000/yearJob Area: Sales/Direct SellingCompany: UnitedHealth GroupOptum Insight is improving the flow of health data and information to create a more connected system. We remove friction and drive alignment between care providers and payers, and ultimately consumers. Our deep expertise in the industry and innovative technology empower us to help organizations reduce costs while improving risk management, quality and revenue growth. Ready to help us deliver results that improve lives? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.Optum, part of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), is a leading information, technology-enabled health services, and software business dedicated to helping make the health system work better for everyone. We work with governments, employers, partners, and providers to care for over 146 million people and share a vision of a value-based system of care that provides compassionate and equitable care. With more than 190,000 people worldwide, Optum delivers intelligent, integrated solutions that help to modernize the health system and improve overall population health.At OptumInsight (OI), we champion continuous innovation to provide software, network, and data analytics, technology-enabled services, advisory, and revenue cycle management offerings to help make health care work better for everyone.UnitedHealthcare offers a full range of health benefits, enabling affordable coverage, simplifying the health care experience and delivering access to high quality care. Our mission calls us, our values guide us, and our diverse culture connects us as we seek to improve care for the consumers, we are privileged to serve and their communities.Join Optum's expanding financial services sales team as a Solution Sales Executive, responding to increased demand for these solutions. You will work with our loyal client base and expand business within your assigned accounts, leveraging consultative selling skills and building lasting relationships across regional and mid-market health plans.This position is responsible for managing a portfolio of National and Blue Cross & Blue Shield health plan accounts located nationwide. The role requires approximately 30-40% travel, and candidates may be based anywhere within the United States.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:Identify, promote, and sell Financial Services solutions to assigned payer health plans using consultative selling techniquesBuild and maintain active relationships internally and externally, collaborating with growth and regional market teamsRepresenting the company at industry conferences and eventsDevelop a thorough understanding of assigned products and services and gain product certifications as requiredMaintain Salesforce and pipeline hygiene, including building and updating account plansAchieve sales quotas through closing multi-million-dollar new business contractsLeverage AI tools as part of sales responsibilitiesCoordinate outreach with other departments to ensure alignment across Optum's offeringsAttend training and meetings to stay current on products and industry trendsYou'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:15+ years of payer sales experience with a proven track record of achieving multi-million-dollar sales quotasExperience selling software solutions and/or financial service treasury offeringsProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Salesforce.Demonstrated administrative and metrics-driven focusDemonstrated commitment to building long-term client relationships and tailoring company offerings to specific client needs through compelling written and financial proposalsProven self-starter with ability to work autonomouslyProven motivation, eagerness to learn, and adaptability in a dynamic environmentWilling or ability to travel 30-40%Preferred Qualifications:Healthcare focused, financial services industry experience or knowledgeExperience with Health Payer marketProven ability to leverage AI tools in sales processes*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 $130,000 to $240,000 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.