VP Enterprise Growth, OI Provider Market

Job ID: 103203151344Posted: 2026-11-13Location: Eden Prairie, Minnesota, United StatesSalary: $180,000 - $280,000/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 in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.The VP Enterprise Growth (Individual Contributor) leads partnership origination, solutioning, and deal negotiation for the largest partnerships in the Optum Insight business, often spanning the entirety of UHG for the entire U.S. market. Reporting to the Optum Insight Provider Market SVP, National and Enterprise Partnership Accounts, this strategic leader is charged with developing and executing partnership strategies to achieve market growth and profitability in delivering Provider solutions to our customers.In this role, you will work across Optum Insight, Optum Health, and Optum Rx to align on customer plans, engage matrixed teams in support of national enterprise objectives, and display exceptional executive presence with C-Suite executives and Board of Directors. This role carries an annual target, to be finalized in alignment with enterprise sales leadership, and leverages outstanding interpersonal and collaboration skills to drive highly complex territory and account plan strategies.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: Pipeline Generation & Prospecting: Own direct pipeline generation for enterprise opportunities by leveraging personal networks, market presence, and executing targeted prospecting strategies (such as account mapping, executive entry points, and event-driven outreach) to convert new client relationships into qualified pursuitsPursuit & Matrix Partner Leadership: Act as the strategic quarterback and overall pursuit leader for qualified enterprise opportunities; direct, influence, and coordinate diverse, cross-functional matrix partner teams (spanning solutioning, pricing, legal, communications, operations, and human capital) to align on complex commercial structures from design through contract executionClient Needs Discovery & Qualification: Lead early discovery to define client needs, urgency, and strategic fit; translate into clear problem statements, initial scopes, and value hypotheses while driving qualification discipline to manage opportunity flow through the funnelC-Suite & Board Engagement: Navigate complex provider types and buying personas, establishing and maintaining executive relationships from first contact through deal close, serving as a trusted partner to large health system executives and Board membersMatrix Alignment & Customer Centricity: Drive outcomes with internal matrix stakeholders across Optum Insight, Optum Health, and Optum Rx to ensure customer centricity, high Net Promoter Scores (NPS), and delivery against client expectations, while representing the voice of the customer internallyMarket Intimacy & Strategic Input: Champion market intimacy by aggregating client feedback to influence organizational accountability, and provide strategic, future-state industry input to Product, Operations, and service delivery teamsDeal Approval & Transition Management: Present comprehensive solutions and deal economics to internal stakeholders to secure approvals, manage de-scoping decisions and delivery risks, and ensure a clean post-signature handoff to delivery leadershipAccountability & Performance Delivery: Hold teams accountable for executing account growth plans, delivering strategies impacting key performance drivers (price, risk profile, utilization, revenue), and exceeding operating targets, SLAs, and MBOsAI & Analytical Innovation Integration: Strategically leverage advanced technologies, data analytics, and enterprise AI tools to solve client problems, unlock growth opportunities, and design next-generation partnership offerings that deliver tangible business valueResponsible Tech Deployment: Champion the ethical use of AI and emerging technologies in solution delivery by embedding transparency, fairness, and accountability across the entire solution and deployment lifecycleCultural Leadership: Foster a success-oriented, accountable environment that effectively represents Our United Culture and UnitedHealth Group values internally and externallyYou'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: 10+ years of progressive sales, growth programs, or business development leadership experience within the healthcare or financial industries5+ years of experience in managed services, client advisory services, or complex enterprise deal negotiationProven experience driving trust-based relationships with healthcare C-suite executives and Board of DirectorsDemonstrated track record of outstanding matrix leadership, with proven ability to influence, align, and drive accountability across diverse cross-functional internal partner teams without direct-line authorityProven capability to travel up to 50% of the time on a sustained basisPreferred Qualifications:Advanced degree in a related field (e.g., Master's in Business Administration or healthcare-related field) preferredExperience working across UnitedHealth Group lines of business (Optum Insight, Optum Health, Optum Rx, or UnitedHealthcare) is a plus *All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy Pay 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 $180,000 to $280,000 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.At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are 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 and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.