Regional VP of Contracting

Company: Humana
Location: Louisville
Posted on: March 1, 2026

Job Description:

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first Job Description Summary The Regional VP manages the development, operations, and results of a health plan. The Regional VP requires a in-depth understanding of how organization capabilities interrelate across segments and/or enterprise-wide. The Regional VP establishes long-range goals, objectives, and plans; monitors financial and operational performance; and coordinates activities of senior managers and their respective functions. Represents the health plan externally and to governmental/external agencies. Decisions are typically related to intradepartmental coordination, development and implementation of strategic plans, and business outcomes, and develops and implements strategic plans for the scope of management that are aligned with the Segment or Business strategy. Use your skills to make an impact Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Extensive leadership experience in the healthcare industry Proven track record of driving operational performance improvement Proven experience developing multi-product strategy at the market level or higher. Excellent verbal and written communications skills Experience leading the end-to-end contract negotiation process through closure for all types of providers (physicians, hospitals, post-acute care facilities) and delegated specialty services. Comprehensive knowledge of health plan finance and the compensation arrangements between health plans and providers Knowledge of risk arrangements and ability to influence these arrangements. Solid track record of hiring and developing talent and preparing associates for roles of broader and greater responsibility Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences Preferred Qualifications Master's or J.D. degree Record of success leading provider contracting and provider engagement activities for all lines of business Additional Information Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Pay Range The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc. $203,400 - $279,800 per year This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance. Description of Benefits Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities. About Us Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first – for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. ? Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.

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