Provider Contracting Sr. Manager (AVP, Network Management)

The Cigna Group

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join Cigna Healthcare, a division of The Cigna Group, to shape the future of our provider network. As AVP, Network Management, you’ll lead a team, build strong partnerships, and drive strategies that help our customers receive high-quality, affordable care. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting, enjoy problem solving, and want to drive meaningful impact, this is an exciting opportunity to grow and lead in a dynamic environment.

Requirements

• 7-10 + years of provider contracting and negotiation experience with complex delivery systems, along with a proven track record managing senior-level provider relationships
• Leadership experience, including mentoring direct reports and supporting talent development
• Deep knowledge of reimbursement methodologies, including value-based and incentive-driven models
• Proven relationship-building skills, with demonstrated success building external partnerships and navigating integrated delivery systems
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence provider and sales audiences
• Advanced problem-solving, decision-making, negotiation, and financial analysis skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Ability to travel as needed

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (significant industry experience may substitute); MBA / MHA preferred
• Leadership experience in a matrixed organization
• Background in managed care, provider business models, and network strategy
• Ability to lead through change with confidence, empathy, and clarity

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing contract team, fostering a culture of growth, collaboration, and accountability.
• Drive contracting and network strategies across our Commercial business and other product lines to strengthen market competitiveness.
• Negotiate complex fee-for-service and value-based contracts with health systems, hospitals, and large provider groups to improve affordability and quality.
• Build and maintain trusted provider partnerships, expanding value-based opportunities and advancing local market strategy.
• Champion cross-market and cross-functional initiatives that support broader business goals.
• Collaborate with matrix partners (i.e., Claims, Medical Management, Credentialing) to ensure smooth operations and aligned execution.
• Identify opportunities to advance value-based contracting and expand new risk-based arrangements, supported by strong financial impact analyses, performance modeling, and scenario planning.
• Oversee provider relationship management, competitive landscape awareness, and accurate, timely contract loading and network implementation.

Benefits

• Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.
• Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.

What This Job Offers

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