Product Director Musculoskeletal - Remote

UnitedHealth Group•Eden Prairie, MN

1d•$134,600 - $230,800•Remote

About The Position

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Our Product Delivery and Management groups are vital to our success and are leaders in driving the future growth of UnitedHealth Group. Success in these careers relies on many factors, your ability to deal with ambiguity, your ability to adapt and embrace change, and a long-term commitment to making health care better for everyone. This position will be on the Optum Health Solutions (OHS) team and will be accountable for the Musculoskeletal (MSK) Product. 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

7+ years of product management/product development experience
Client and executive presentation experience
Proven excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Proven to be self-directed individual with the ability to prioritize one’s work
Proven to leverage critical thinking skills to arrive at solutions
Demonstrated ability to effectively deal with levels of ambiguity - can effectively cope with change, can shift gears comfortably, can decide and act without having the total picture, comfortably handles risk and uncertainty
Demonstrated ability to achieve goals by working collaboratively with others in a matrixed environment
Demonstrated ability to execute and implement
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple initiatives and achieve goals
Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment in a positive and supportive manner

Nice To Haves

Health care experience
Business process experience
Team building and culture building experience
Experience in medical device and/or pharmacy management
Experience working in musculoskeletal program or other highly complex clinical areas
Strategy or consulting experience; or engineering/product design background
Demonstrated solid analytical abilities, organization and project/process management skills

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of product strategy with respect to value proposition, positioning, product portfolio(s), distribution and product features/function; serve as a subject matter expert
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, marketing, and sales, to drive product execution, resolve challenges, and achieve business objectives
Monitor and analyze product performance metrics, including usage data, customer satisfaction, and revenue growth, to identify opportunities for optimization and make data-driven decisions; manage product P&L
Influence innovation & integration across the business to ensure aligned; cohesive progress across technology, marketing and service operations; Create cost-benefit analyses and frameworks to evaluate prioritization of new development
Engage existing and new key clients for strategic discussions on market trend impact, current issues and new product concepts
Lead and mentor a team of product managers, providing guidance, support, and fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability. A directive style is a must
It is no small task taking an idea through to implementation, so get ready for a challenge. Never content with “good enough,” you will need the perseverance to constantly enhance, track performance and improve your product in a highly matrixed environment.
You’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.