Director, Contracts

SCAN Health Plan • Long Beach, CA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Contracts is a strategic leader within SCAN’s Network Management team, responsible for developing and managing high-impact provider partnerships including delegated medical groups, IPAs, health systems, and hospitals. This role serves as a subject matter expert in leading complex negotiations and shaping provider network strategies that directly influence SCAN’s financial performance, member experience, quality outcomes, and long-term growth. They may also lead a team of contract specialists and provide guidance on contract-related issues. Working closely with Provider Relations and cross-functional leaders, this role plays a critical part in advancing SCAN’s mission to keep seniors healthy and independent. The Director of Contracts will partner extensively with Health Plan Operations and Provider Relations to ensure contract strategies, operational processes, and provider engagement activities are aligned with organizational goals, regulatory requirements, and business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• 10 years of experience Network, Contracting
• 5 years of progressive leadership experience

Nice To Haves

• We seek Rebels who are curious about AI and its power to transform how we operate and serve our members.

Responsibilities

• Lead Complex Provider Contracting and Negotiations - Serve as the lead negotiator for high-impact agreements across delegated medical groups, IPAs, hospitals, and integrated delivery systems.
• Structure and negotiate capitation, global risk, value-based reimbursement, and hospital contract arrangements.
• Partner with actuarial, finance, and operational teams to evaluate financial and operational implications of contracting strategies while navigating complex deal structures that balance financial performance, regulatory compliance, and long-term partnership value.
• Drive Network Strategy and Provider Partnerships - Manage relationships and negotiations with key provider partners, including some of SCAN's largest and most strategically complex organizations.
• Collaborate closely with Provider Relations to align contracting strategies with provider performance, engagement, and issue resolution efforts.
• Foster collaborative partnerships that support provider success and advance SCAN's strategic objectives.
• Own Contract Performance and Execution - Ensure the accurate implementation, administration, and ongoing management of provider contracts.
• Monitor financial, operational, regulatory, quality, and member satisfaction outcomes, including performance under delegated risk and value-based reimbursement arrangements.
• Leverage analytics and provider performance dashboards to identify opportunities for improvement, drive corrective actions, and optimize contract performance through cross-functional collaboration.
• Provide Strategic and Operational Leadership - Contribute to strategic planning, departmental direction, and goal setting in partnership with senior leadership.
• Establish and maintain policies, practices, and procedures that support operational effectiveness and have a significant impact on organizational performance.
• Lead and Develop Team Performance - Provide leadership, guidance, and oversight to team members as assigned.
• May have responsibility for personnel actions, including hiring, performance management, coaching, development, and termination decisions.
• Actively support the achievement of SCAN’s Vision and Goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Base Pay Range: $168,000-$215,000, Salary + Incentive Plan
• An annual employee bonus program
• Robust Wellness Program
• Generous paid-time-off (PTO)
• 11 paid holidays per year, 1 floating holiday, birthday off, and 2 volunteer days
• Excellent 401(k) Retirement Saving Plan with employer match
• Robust employee recognition program
• Tuition reimbursement
• An opportunity to become part of a team that makes a difference to our members and our community every day!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Associate degree