Director, Strategic Planning and Analytics - Healthcare Operations - Remote

UnitedHealth Group•Eden Prairie, MN

13d•$134,600 - $230,800•Remote

About The Position

Lead strategic initiatives to improve operational efficiency, advance value-based care, and support data-driven decision-making across healthcare operations. Provide expert guidance to senior leadership, leveraging analytics and operational expertise to deliver actionable insights and drive organizational effectiveness. 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.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in strategic operations, analytics/data science, or healthcare operations leadership
Experience delivering actionable recommendations to senior leaders in healthcare or operations environments
Proven ability to lead complex, high-impact initiatives across multiple departments or business units
Proven excellent communication and leadership skills; ability to influence at all levels of the organization
Demonstrated solid analytical and conceptual thinking skills; demonstrated ability to solve complex and ambiguous problems and develop innovative solutions

Nice To Haves

Experience leading multidisciplinary teams in healthcare delivery or enterprise operations
Experience with large-scale, cross-functional initiatives in healthcare or related industries
Expertise in advanced analytics, AI, and statistical methodologies
Track record of improving operational effectiveness and achieving significant cost savings
Recognized for delivering meaningful, data-driven insights

Responsibilities

Provide strategic planning and direction for healthcare operations, supporting senior leadership in decision-making
Develop and implement strategies to address operational challenges and improve customer experience and efficiency
Lead analytics teams to deliver solutions in healthcare delivery and operations
Formulate and communicate analytical findings to diverse audiences, ensuring clarity and transparency
Assess program and business case viability using advanced analytical techniques
Translate complex data and strategic concepts into actionable recommendations
Drive cross-functional initiatives using advanced analytics and AI to support business growth and operational improvements
Advance value-based care initiatives by designing and implementing strategies that improve patient outcomes and optimize resource utilization
Develop analytics frameworks to measure and enhance the effectiveness of value-based care programs
Collaborate across technology, clinical, and operational teams to support value-based care delivery and continuous improvement
Advise senior leaders with recommendations that shape healthcare operations and organizational strategy