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

Requisition Number: 2349792
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.
Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and support strategies for multiple technology services; manage supplier performance management programs; and execute sourcing and contracting processes. Specifically, this individual will be expected to:
• 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

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.
Required Qualifications:

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

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

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. 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. The salary for this role will range from $112,700 to $193,200 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.