Associate Director, Sourcing and Procurement in the AI, Cloud and Software - Remote

UnitedHealth Group • Minnetonka, MN

9h • Remote

About The Position

UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company that’s dedicated to improving the health outcomes of millions around the world. We are comprised of two distinct and complementary businesses, UnitedHealthcare and Optum, working to build a better health system for all. Here, your contributions matter as they will help transform health care for years to come. Make an impact with a team that shares your passion for helping others. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Associate Director, Sourcing & Procurement in the AI, Cloud & Software category completes projects related to:
Artificial intelligence (AI) solutions, including models, platforms, tooling, data services and related enterprise AI capabilities
Cloud technologies and infrastructure, including cloud platforms, content delivery network (CDN) services, hosting and related managed services
Enterprise software products and platforms, including SaaS, workflow tools, developer tools and other strategic software solutions
Internet of things (IoT) technologies, connected devices and related operational technology solutions
Co-development, partnership and other strategic technology agreements, including management of associated enterprise risk and innovation considerations
Supplier lifecycle management, cost-benefit analyses and go-to-market support for emerging technology categories
Platforms and services that enable secure, scalable enterprise technology adoption and improved operational efficiency
The Associate Director, Sourcing & Procurement is a GL29 individual contributor role that will deliver value to customers; communicate effectively; drive sound, disciplined decisions, and drive high-quality execution. We are looking for a proven professional who is a self-starter with executive presence, contracting experience and a foundation in software sourcing and procurement, with AI experience preferred and cloud experience strongly valued.
You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. This position must be U.S.-based to support urgent escalations during core U.S. business hours. 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.

Requirements

• 3+ years contract drafting and negotiation experience, particularly technology agreements
• 3+ years of progressive experience supporting software-related sourcing, contracting or procurement initiatives, including technology sourcing projects and /or work in a cross-functional procurement team
• Solid proficiency in MS Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point, Copilot, and AI Productivity tools
• Demonstrated ability to succeed in a high demand multi-tasking environment
• Proven capability in navigating complex challenges using data-driven analysis, thoughtful alternatives, open-minded evaluation, and well-reasoned strategic planning
• Proven solid organizational, project management and communication (written and verbal) skills
• Proven ability to concisely articulate positions and persuade leaders from various levels of business and procurement leadership, with strong executive presence
• Proven solid analytical skills (effectively support decisions on factual data and analysis) and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

• Direct AI experience preferred; cloud technology experience strongly valued if AI experience is limited; otherwise strong enterprise software experience

Responsibilities

• Develop and support strategies for multiple technology services; manage supplier performance management programs; and execute sourcing and contracting processes.
• Work with business teams to understand and support rapidly changing enterprise technology priorities, including AI and IoT use cases; execute negotiation strategies for contracting and requests for information; benchmark rates, negotiate and execute contract terms and conditions (leveraging UnitedHealth Group’s internal subject matter experts, with accountability for terms, risk mitigation/compliance and internal protocols), and overall pricing strategy; and ensure supplier compliance with contract terms and conditions and pricing
• Execute strategic sourcing initiatives across one or more business segments, including, but not limited to, overall sourcing and contracting strategy; and drive strategic sourcing efficiency through implementation of best practices
• Understand and analyze technology categories and sourcing and contracting strategies; and ensure alignment of enterprise sourcing and contracting efforts, enterprise supply chain strategies with major technology vendors, and applicable business owner/category strategies in accordance with overall business and financial goals
• Develop relationships with applicable stakeholders and suppliers, including executive level individuals, across the enterprise to serve as a dedicated customer relationship manager and supplier lifecycle owner, and to drive consistent, high-quality delivery of procurement programs and sourcing and contracting initiatives for AI, cloud, software and IoT suppliers
• Evaluate supplier consolidation strategies, opportunities to leverage supplier spend (including, but not limited to, re-sourcing and re-negotiation of ongoing supplier relationships), cost savings opportunities and cost-benefit analyses; participate in vendor selection and competitive bidding strategy (e.g., RFPs, renegotiations, eSourcing) and leverage sourcing and contracting tools to drive process efficiencies, reduce costs, support time-to-market and manage enterprise risk

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees