Procurement Lead (Medicaid)

Become a part of our caring community The Procurement Lead (Medicaid) generates and implements efficient sourcing and category management strategies. You will manage the company's supply portfolio ensuring transparency of spending. You will work on problems of diverse scopes and complexity ranging from moderate to substantial and exercise independent judgment and decision making on complex issues regarding job responsibilities and related tasks with minimal supervision. The Procurement Lead (Medicaid) complies with federal and state regulatory guidelines. Reconcile purchases with invoices from suppliers, validate pricing and contract compliance. Monitor performance through oversight documentation through supplier negotiations and promotional opportunities. Advise executives to develop functional strategies (often segment specific) on matters of significance. Understand and explain procurement and supplier management and oversight processes to Medicaid markets and business areas contacts. Support third-party documentation for new market Request for Proposals (RFPs) and/or procurements strategies. Develop and implement procurement strategies to achieve cost savings and operational efficiency. Lead sourcing initiatives, including supplier identification, evaluation, and selection. Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to maximize value. Manage supplier relationships and monitor performance, including quality, delivery, and compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally (e.g., finance, operations and logistics) to support business needs. Analyze market trends, risks, and opportunities to inform procurement decisions. Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements. Oversee purchase orders, contracts, and procurement documentation. Drive continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes and systems. Lead and mentor procurement team members (if applicable). Use your skills to make an impact Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree. Three (3) or more years of procurement, relationship/supplier management, or process improvement experience. Two (2) or more years of project leadership experience. Demonstrated experience partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to drive alignment, support decision-making, and achieve business objectives. Preferred Qualifications Master's in business administration (MBA). Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification. Additional Information Workstyle: This is a remote position. Travel: This role may require up to 10% travel for onsite meetings, which could include locations outside your state of residence. Typical Workdays and Hours: Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm Eastern Standard Time (EST). WAH Internet Statement To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees' ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership. Employees who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense. Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information. Interview Format As part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we will be using an interviewing technology called HireVue to enhance our hiring and decision-making ability. HireVue allows us to quickly connect and gain valuable information from you pertaining to your relevant skills and experience at a time that is best for your schedule. Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required. Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Pay Range The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc. $104,000 - $143,000 per year This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance. Description of Benefits Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities. Application Deadline: 09-10-2026 About us About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer at Humana.com and at CenterWell.com. Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.