3,728 Innovation jobs in the United States

**Resp & Qualifications**
**PURPOSE:**
The Director, Innovation & Strategy is responsible for the implementation of care management, communication, analytics, reporting, IT, quality, regulatory and compliance workstreams for a network of health care providers, multiple networks or a large, multi-site health care delivery system. The plans the incumbent executes and develops are designed to shift from a fee-for-service to a value-based payment structure promoting clinical engagement and alignment while driving equitable access by better matching demand for services with supply.
**_We are looking for an experienced people leader in the greater Baltimore/Washington metropolitan area who is willing and able to work in a hybrid model. The incumbent will be expected to work a portion of their week from home and at least two days a week at a CareFirst location based on business needs and work activities/deliverables that week._**
**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:**
+ Provides leadership in collaboration with CareFirst market segment leaders and/or Health System dyad leaders to develop, implement and evaluate all programs under Partnership arrangement including patient care programs, adequate networks, competitive networks, practice models and capital projects. Responsible for the identification and implementation of the business objectives focused on value-based program performance, with a focus on financial and clinical outcomes, capital requirements, resource allocation including space and personnel management.
+ Creates and monitors infrastructure, systems, processes and standards to achieve desired outcomes of Partnership in collaboration with CareFirst stakeholders and/or health system medical directors, leadership, department chairs and medical staff at both CareFirst and the Health System.
+ Organizes, leads, balances and executes strategies and supporting tactics of the Joint Operating Committee with CareFirst Market Segment Leaders and/or health system leadership. Works with service lines and related hospital and clinical, operational and departmental leaders at the Health System as well as legal, financial, contracting, and actuarial teams at CareFirst to collaboratively coordinate and implement efforts of the Partnership. Works with health system leadership to create programs that will drive growth and enhance business performance in key market segments.
+ Responsible for management and oversight of relationship with any additional consultants/vendors CareFirst may contract with for analysis on work executed in key relationships; direction and vision for policy and quality standards for all departmental work; inventory trends and impacts; tactical planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting; and ad hoc executive management reporting.
+ Oversees the strategic and the day-to-day activities of the Department, including directing, coaching, and guiding associates in order to implement departmental, divisional, and organizational mission/goals. Recruits, retains and develops a high performing team. Evaluates performance of each team member, generates development plans and sets goals within the context of the corporate policies and procedures. Develops annual goals, and prepares, monitors, and analyzes variances of departmental budgets in order to control and appropriately allocate resources.
**QUALIFICATIONS:**
**Education Level:** Bachelor's Degree, Business, Healthcare, Finance or related field or equivalent experience, with strong financial background OR in lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.
**Experience:** 8 years health care insurance industry with specific experience in health system operation, value-based programs, and service line management. 3 years supervisory experience or demonstrated progressive leadership experience
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Analytical skills principles as evidenced by CPA or MBA highly desirable.
**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)**
+ Knowledge of CareFirst's or other payer's provider networks and contracts.
+ Proficient in computer software applications.
+ Deep knowledge of health system organizational structures and operating processes.
+ Ability to deliver on patient experience, provider and employee experience, quality and financial results for areas of accountability.
+ Effective communication skills; verbal, written and presentation.
+ Demonstrated ability to be flexible, lead change, remain current with healthcare environment changes and translate those changes into operational plans to discern and interpret the potential impact on assigned departments/community(s).
+ Demonstrated experience in developing successful working relationships at all levels of the organization.
+ The ability to maintain and build relationships within the community and the company at different organizational levels.
+ Self-directed with the ability to work independently and make decisions in a changing environment.
+ Demonstrated successful planning and organizational skills in developing and implementing strategic and tactical plans.
+ Ability to mentor and coach associates to accomplish goals, provide objective evaluation of associate performance, and implement strategies to improve individual and team-based performance as needed.
+ Must be able to meet established deadlines and handle multiple customer service demands from internal and external customers, within set expectations for service excellence. Must be able to effectively communicate and provide positive customer service to every internal and external customer, including customers who may be demanding or otherwise challenging. **Salary Range** : $157,200 - $291,803
**Salary Range Disclaimer**
The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the work is being performed. This compensation range is specific and considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilites of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, internal peer equity, and market and business consideration. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range, as compensation decisions depend on each case's facts and circumstances, including but not limited to experience, internal equity, and location. In addition to your compensation, CareFirst offers a comprehensive benefits package, various incentive programs/plans, and 401k contribution programs/plans (all benefits/incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).
**Department**
MedStar Joint Management Team
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
**Where To Apply**
Please visit our website to apply: Disc/Physical Demand**
Note: The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes him/her ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on health care programs.
**PHYSICAL DEMANDS:**
The associate is primarily seated while performing the duties of the position. Occasional walking or standing is required. The hands are regularly used to write, type, key and handle or feel small controls and objects. The associate must frequently talk and hear. Weights up to 25 pounds are occasionally lifted.
**Sponsorship in US**
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without Sponsorship.
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Company Description
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas - immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok ( .
Job Description
The Clinical Innovation team is an ambitious team of Scientists, Engineers, Data Scientists, and Product Developers with a unique blend of business, scientific, and technical expertise. We deliver transformative solutions to advance evidence generation, interpretation and utilization. As the program continues to grow, we're seeking a strong lead to mature our approach to consider, measure and interpret all elements that contribute to a personalized outcome.
As a Director in Clinical Innovation, you will play a pivotal role in building the future of evidence generation designed to modernize the approach to evidence. The position requires the ability to identify and build robust approaches to evidence generation and quickly distill results into actionable next steps to progress toward the strategic vision.
Key Responsibilities
+ With enterprise level understanding, translate vision into strategy with clear tactical actions and defined milestones
+ Identify the highest impact ideas and plans, and collaborate cross team to focus efforts to work efficiently.
+ Work hand in hand with clinical sciences, data sciences and engineering teams to apply the power of AI toward enhanced insights and to intentionally fill data gaps using the innovative methods/tools/scales.
+ Identify and cultivate strong functional and crossfunctional (Therapeutic Areas, Regulatory, Commercial, Biostatistics etc) relationships to drive organizational synergies and develop meaningful solutions that span translation to late development studies.
+ Evaluate existing capabilities and identify areas for improvement and opportunities for developing new capabilities; ensure the new capabilities development plan will align with high-level strategy
+ Stay ahead of emerging science, technologies and trends to identify areas of focus and where we may drive efficiencies by sourcing capabilities externally.
+ Help communicate our strategy across AbbVie
Qualifications
+ MD or PhD in Biological Sciences.
+ 4+ years of experience in managing enterprise level crossfunctional initiatives; pharmaceutical and management consulting experience preferred.
+ Experience managing large projects within a complex matrixed organization, either as an external consultant or an internal cross-functional lead.
+ Highly collaborative, genuinely enjoys working hand-in-hand in team environment to develop solutions that advance AbbVie's overall mission.
+ Demonstrated research background with proven track record of building on foundational work to advance projects to resolute finish.
+ Experienced in identifying creative solutions and influencing others to solve challenges.
+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Helping the team turn ideas into reality.
+ Good commercial, entrepreneurial and innovative thinking, comfortable with ambiguity.
+ Recognized ability to evaluate complex issues from multiple perspectives to ensure balanced risk assessments are made.
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
+ The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. Salary: $156,000 - $96,500
+ We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
+ This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.
+ This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
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AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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$1 6,000 - 296,500

Our client is seeking a dynamic and strategic Brand Manager to lead innovation and brand strategy for their Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) portfolio in San Diego, California, US . This critical role involves identifying new market opportunities, developing innovative product concepts, and crafting compelling brand strategies that drive market share and revenue growth. You will be responsible for the entire product lifecycle, from ideation and market research to product launch and ongoing brand management. This position requires a deep understanding of consumer insights, market trends, and a proven ability to translate strategic vision into actionable plans.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute comprehensive brand strategies to drive growth, market share, and profitability for assigned FMCG brands.
• Identify consumer needs and market trends through rigorous research and analysis to inform new product development and innovation pipeline.
• Lead the conceptualization, development, and launch of new products, working closely with R&D, Sales, and Operations teams.
• Define brand positioning, messaging, and go-to-market strategies, ensuring consistency across all consumer touchpoints.
• Manage the marketing budget, allocating resources effectively to achieve brand objectives.
• Develop and execute integrated marketing campaigns across various channels, including digital, social media, advertising, and in-store promotions.
• Monitor and analyze brand performance, sales data, competitive landscape, and consumer feedback to identify opportunities and challenges.
• Collaborate with creative agencies and internal teams to develop compelling advertising and promotional materials.
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including retailers, distributors, and internal departments.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging trends in FMCG marketing and brand management.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field, with a minimum of 6 years of experience in brand management, preferably within the FMCG sector. Demonstrated success in launching new products and developing impactful brand strategies is essential. Strong analytical skills, consumer insight generation capabilities, excellent project management abilities, and a creative approach to problem-solving are required. You should be adept at working cross-functionally and influencing stakeholders at all levels. This role offers a competitive salary, attractive bonus structure, and the opportunity to shape the future of well-known consumer brands. Join a passionate team dedicated to bringing innovative and high-quality products to consumers.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in brand management, preferably in the FMCG industry.
• Proven track record of successful new product launches and brand strategy development.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret market research and sales data.
• Excellent understanding of marketing principles, including advertising, digital marketing, and consumer insights.
• Demonstrated project management skills and ability to manage multiple initiatives.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and external agencies.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

CPG Innovation Strategy Lead - GenAI Products

Fractal is a strategic AI partner to Fortune 500 companies with a vision to power every human decision in the enterprise. Fractal is building a world where individual choices, freedom, and diversity are the greatest assets. An ecosystem where human imagination is at the heart of every decision. Where no possibility is written off, only challenged to get better. We believe that a true Fractalite is the one who empowers imagination with intelligence. Fractal has been featured as a Great Place to Work by The Economic Times in partnership with the Great Place to Work® Institute and recognized as a 'Cool Vendor' and a 'Vendor to Watch' by Gartner.

Please visit Fractal | Intelligence for Imagination for more information about Fractal

Location: New York / New Jersey

Note: This position is not eligible for Immigration Sponsorship at this time.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert for the CPG product innovation lifecycle within the MVP team, ensuring the product aligns with real-world innovation workflows and constraints.
• Leverage prior experience of leading the launch of CPG products in a Fortune 500 company to inform product design, prioritization, and client engagement.
• Map and document end-to-end CPG innovation stage-gate processes, identifying automation opportunities and clarifying areas where GenAI should partner with human expertise.
• Guide the Product, Engineering, and GTM teams on stage-gate nuances, regulatory checkpoints, and cross-functional handoffs.
• Translate innovation best practices into MVP capabilities and roadmap requirements, ensuring the platform accelerates cycle times while maintaining compliance and quality.
• Partner with clients during pilots to customize workflows for their category, geography, and regulatory environment.
• Contribute to the development of solution playbooks and advisory content for GTM, helping articulate how the product fits into CPG innovation strategies.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to ensure internal teams deeply understand CPG innovation culture and decision-making dynamics.

Success Profile:

• Deep understanding of how innovation is conceived, developed, tested, qualified, and launched within global CPG companies.
• Strong operator mindset - able to bridge strategy with practical execution inside complex organizations.
• Comfortably navigates both operational and strategic conversations with R&D, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Executive leadership.
• Skilled at identifying the human touchpoints in innovation where GenAI can augment rather than replace decision-making.
• Able to communicate process insights in a way that is actionable for product designers, data scientists, and GTM teams.

Qualifications and Skills:

• 12+ years of experience in CPG innovation, including direct responsibility for launching products in a Fortune 500 CPG company.
• Proven leadership in cross-functional environments involving R&D, Brand/Marketing, and Supply Chain functions.
• Expertise in stage-gate or similar product development processes, including portfolio management, regulatory approvals, and launch readiness.
• Track record of introducing process automation and/or advanced analytics into innovation workflows.
• Exceptional communication skills - able to engage technical teams, client stakeholders, and executives with equal credibility.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Food Science, or related field; MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.

Pay:

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Fractal, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is: $150,000 - $234,000 . In addition, for the current performance period, you may be eligible for a discretionary bonus.

Benefits:

As a full-time employee of the company or as an hourly employee working more than 30 hours per week, you will be eligible to participate in the health, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability plans in accordance with the plan documents, which may be amended from time to time. You will be eligible for benefits on the first day of employment with the Company. In addition, you are eligible to participate in the Company 401(k) Plan after 30 days of employment, in accordance with the applicable plan terms. The Company provides for 11 paid holidays and 12 weeks of Parental Leave. We also follow a "free time" PTO policy, allowing you the flexibility to take time needed for either sick time or vacation.

Fractal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care.
As the nation's leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues - caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.
**Position Summary**
The Sr Manager, Behavioral Health Partner Innovation Strategy will report to strategy & product within Aetna's Mental Well-being organization. They will be responsible for coordinating across various functional partners to support the strategy and execution of new and existing strategic partnerships. This includes supporting the development of partnership strategy and evaluation of new partnership opportunities to align with strategic initiatives.
+ Leads internal and external partners and stakeholders on a regular basis to evaluate opportunities for partner value optimization and strategic partnerships opportunities/management.
+ Supports behavioral health strategic initiatives by executing partnership strategy and identifying opportunities for expansion/enhancement of capabilities/shared value.
+ Support provider partnership framework to drive strategic business needs and identify opportunities for increased mutual value with partners.
+ Partners with cross functional teams, business areas, business segments to ensure all workflow processes and interdependences are identified and addressed.
+ Leads business activities related to partnership development/management and establishes strong partnerships with national behavioral health network team, behavioral health clinical partners, and line of business leaders to drive execution of strategic partnerships.
+ Build strategic market and competitive analysis to drive identification and implementation of external opportunities and new innovations aligning to strategic needs of the organization.
+ Represents company with high visibility constituents, including strategic provider partners and customers.
+ Align with multi-year strategic priorities of the Mental Well-being organization and identify gaps and opportunities to drive new partnerships.
+ Optimizes interaction with assigned partners and internal business partners to facilitate relationships and ensure partner needs are met.
+ Proactively identifies barriers, risks and, unmet needs as well as mitigating strategies in escalating to leadership as appropriate.
**Required Qualifications**
+ 5 to 7 years of experience in vendor management/contracting, provider partnership development, and procurement
+ 2 to 4 years of experience in mental or behavior health
+ 3 to 5 years stakeholder management - experience with leading, creating and delivering executive presentations providing support material to successfully implement strategy or change initiatives.
+ Proficient with MS Office suite applications (PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, Word)
+ Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing effectually, and meeting deadlines
+ Demonstrated relationship management skills at peer levels within an organization and external constituents.
+ Experience working with technology professionals
+ Experience with small or mid-sized cross-functional initiatives, with a moderate degree of complexity.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ 3 to 5 years Industry experience in mental or behavioral health, payer, commercial, and Medicare
+ Proven ability to interact with, influence and collaborate with business leaders and producing managers at all levels
+ PMP certification
+ Experience with enterprise-wide and/or cross-functional large-scale initiatives with high degree of complexity
**Education**
+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional work experience
**Pay Range**
The typical pay range for this role is:
$67,900.00 - $199,144.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company's equity award program.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
**Great benefits for great people**
We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits - investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:
+ **Affordable medical plan options,** a **401(k) plan** (including matching company contributions), and an **employee stock purchase plan** .
+ **No-cost programs for all colleagues** including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
+ **Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues** including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.
For more information, visit anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 09/28/2025
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, promotion, or any other personnel action based on race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care.
As the nation's leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues - caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.
**Position Summary**
The Sr Manager, Behavioral Health Partner Innovation Strategy will report to strategy & product within Aetna's Mental Well-being organization. They will be responsible for coordinating across various functional partners to support the strategy and execution of new and existing strategic partnerships. This includes supporting the development of partnership strategy and evaluation of new partnership opportunities to align with strategic initiatives.
+ Leads internal and external partners and stakeholders on a regular basis to evaluate opportunities for partner value optimization and strategic partnerships opportunities/management.
+ Supports behavioral health strategic initiatives by executing partnership strategy and identifying opportunities for expansion/enhancement of capabilities/shared value.
+ Support provider partnership framework to drive strategic business needs and identify opportunities for increased mutual value with partners.
+ Partners with cross functional teams, business areas, business segments to ensure all workflow processes and interdependences are identified and addressed.
+ Leads business activities related to partnership development/management and establishes strong partnerships with national behavioral health network team, behavioral health clinical partners, and line of business leaders to drive execution of strategic partnerships.
+ Build strategic market and competitive analysis to drive identification and implementation of external opportunities and new innovations aligning to strategic needs of the organization.
+ Represents company with high visibility constituents, including strategic provider partners and customers.
+ Align with multi-year strategic priorities of the Mental Well-being organization and identify gaps and opportunities to drive new partnerships.
+ Optimizes interaction with assigned partners and internal business partners to facilitate relationships and ensure partner needs are met.
+ Proactively identifies barriers, risks and, unmet needs as well as mitigating strategies in escalating to leadership as appropriate.
**Required Qualifications**
+ 5 to 7 years of experience in vendor management/contracting, provider partnership development, and procurement
+ 2 to 4 years of experience in mental or behavior health
+ 3 to 5 years stakeholder management - experience with leading, creating and delivering executive presentations providing support material to successfully implement strategy or change initiatives.
+ Proficient with MS Office suite applications (PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, Word)
+ Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing effectually, and meeting deadlines
+ Demonstrated relationship management skills at peer levels within an organization and external constituents.
+ Experience working with technology professionals
+ Experience with small or mid-sized cross-functional initiatives, with a moderate degree of complexity.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ 3 to 5 years Industry experience in mental or behavioral health, payer, commercial, and Medicare
+ Proven ability to interact with, influence and collaborate with business leaders and producing managers at all levels
+ PMP certification
+ Experience with enterprise-wide and/or cross-functional large-scale initiatives with high degree of complexity
**Education**
+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional work experience
**Pay Range**
The typical pay range for this role is:
$67,900.00 - $199,144.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company's equity award program.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
**Great benefits for great people**
We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits - investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:
+ **Affordable medical plan options,** a **401(k) plan** (including matching company contributions), and an **employee stock purchase plan** .
+ **No-cost programs for all colleagues** including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
+ **Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues** including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.
For more information, visit anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 09/28/2025
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, promotion, or any other personnel action based on race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care.
As the nation's leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues - caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.
**Position Summary**
The Sr Manager, Behavioral Health Partner Innovation Strategy will report to strategy & product within Aetna's Mental Well-being organization. They will be responsible for coordinating across various functional partners to support the strategy and execution of new and existing strategic partnerships. This includes supporting the development of partnership strategy and evaluation of new partnership opportunities to align with strategic initiatives.
+ Leads internal and external partners and stakeholders on a regular basis to evaluate opportunities for partner value optimization and strategic partnerships opportunities/management.
+ Supports behavioral health strategic initiatives by executing partnership strategy and identifying opportunities for expansion/enhancement of capabilities/shared value.
+ Support provider partnership framework to drive strategic business needs and identify opportunities for increased mutual value with partners.
+ Partners with cross functional teams, business areas, business segments to ensure all workflow processes and interdependences are identified and addressed.
+ Leads business activities related to partnership development/management and establishes strong partnerships with national behavioral health network team, behavioral health clinical partners, and line of business leaders to drive execution of strategic partnerships.
+ Build strategic market and competitive analysis to drive identification and implementation of external opportunities and new innovations aligning to strategic needs of the organization.
+ Represents company with high visibility constituents, including strategic provider partners and customers.
+ Align with multi-year strategic priorities of the Mental Well-being organization and identify gaps and opportunities to drive new partnerships.
+ Optimizes interaction with assigned partners and internal business partners to facilitate relationships and ensure partner needs are met.
+ Proactively identifies barriers, risks and, unmet needs as well as mitigating strategies in escalating to leadership as appropriate.
**Required Qualifications**
+ 5 to 7 years of experience in vendor management/contracting, provider partnership development, and procurement
+ 2 to 4 years of experience in mental or behavior health
+ 3 to 5 years stakeholder management - experience with leading, creating and delivering executive presentations providing support material to successfully implement strategy or change initiatives.
+ Proficient with MS Office suite applications (PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, Word)
+ Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing effectually, and meeting deadlines
+ Demonstrated relationship management skills at peer levels within an organization and external constituents.
+ Experience working with technology professionals
+ Experience with small or mid-sized cross-functional initiatives, with a moderate degree of complexity.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ 3 to 5 years Industry experience in mental or behavioral health, payer, commercial, and Medicare
+ Proven ability to interact with, influence and collaborate with business leaders and producing managers at all levels
+ PMP certification
+ Experience with enterprise-wide and/or cross-functional large-scale initiatives with high degree of complexity
**Education**
+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional work experience
**Pay Range**
The typical pay range for this role is:
$67,900.00 - $199,144.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company's equity award program.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
**Great benefits for great people**
We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits - investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:
+ **Affordable medical plan options,** a **401(k) plan** (including matching company contributions), and an **employee stock purchase plan** .
+ **No-cost programs for all colleagues** including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
+ **Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues** including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.
For more information, visit anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 09/28/2025
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, promotion, or any other personnel action based on race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care.
As the nation's leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues - caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.
**Position Summary**
The Sr Manager, Behavioral Health Partner Innovation Strategy will report to strategy & product within Aetna's Mental Well-being organization. They will be responsible for coordinating across various functional partners to support the strategy and execution of new and existing strategic partnerships. This includes supporting the development of partnership strategy and evaluation of new partnership opportunities to align with strategic initiatives.
+ Leads internal and external partners and stakeholders on a regular basis to evaluate opportunities for partner value optimization and strategic partnerships opportunities/management.
+ Supports behavioral health strategic initiatives by executing partnership strategy and identifying opportunities for expansion/enhancement of capabilities/shared value.
+ Support provider partnership framework to drive strategic business needs and identify opportunities for increased mutual value with partners.
+ Partners with cross functional teams, business areas, business segments to ensure all workflow processes and interdependences are identified and addressed.
+ Leads business activities related to partnership development/management and establishes strong partnerships with national behavioral health network team, behavioral health clinical partners, and line of business leaders to drive execution of strategic partnerships.
+ Build strategic market and competitive analysis to drive identification and implementation of external opportunities and new innovations aligning to strategic needs of the organization.
+ Represents company with high visibility constituents, including strategic provider partners and customers.
+ Align with multi-year strategic priorities of the Mental Well-being organization and identify gaps and opportunities to drive new partnerships.
+ Optimizes interaction with assigned partners and internal business partners to facilitate relationships and ensure partner needs are met.
+ Proactively identifies barriers, risks and, unmet needs as well as mitigating strategies in escalating to leadership as appropriate.
**Required Qualifications**
+ 5 to 7 years of experience in vendor management/contracting, provider partnership development, and procurement
+ 2 to 4 years of experience in mental or behavior health
+ 3 to 5 years stakeholder management - experience with leading, creating and delivering executive presentations providing support material to successfully implement strategy or change initiatives.
+ Proficient with MS Office suite applications (PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, Word)
+ Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing effectually, and meeting deadlines
+ Demonstrated relationship management skills at peer levels within an organization and external constituents.
+ Experience working with technology professionals
+ Experience with small or mid-sized cross-functional initiatives, with a moderate degree of complexity.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ 3 to 5 years Industry experience in mental or behavioral health, payer, commercial, and Medicare
+ Proven ability to interact with, influence and collaborate with business leaders and producing managers at all levels
+ PMP certification
+ Experience with enterprise-wide and/or cross-functional large-scale initiatives with high degree of complexity
**Education**
+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional work experience
**Pay Range**
The typical pay range for this role is:
$67,900.00 - $199,144.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company's equity award program.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
**Great benefits for great people**
We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits - investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:
+ **Affordable medical plan options,** a **401(k) plan** (including matching company contributions), and an **employee stock purchase plan** .
+ **No-cost programs for all colleagues** including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
+ **Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues** including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.
For more information, visit anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 09/28/2025
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, promotion, or any other personnel action based on race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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**Position Summary**
The Sr Manager, Behavioral Health Partner Innovation Strategy will report to strategy & product within Aetna's Mental Well-being organization. They will be responsible for coordinating across various functional partners to support the strategy and execution of new and existing strategic partnerships. This includes supporting the development of partnership strategy and evaluation of new partnership opportunities to align with strategic initiatives.
+ Leads internal and external partners and stakeholders on a regular basis to evaluate opportunities for partner value optimization and strategic partnerships opportunities/management.
+ Supports behavioral health strategic initiatives by executing partnership strategy and identifying opportunities for expansion/enhancement of capabilities/shared value.
+ Support provider partnership framework to drive strategic business needs and identify opportunities for increased mutual value with partners.
+ Partners with cross functional teams, business areas, business segments to ensure all workflow processes and interdependences are identified and addressed.
+ Leads business activities related to partnership development/management and establishes strong partnerships with national behavioral health network team, behavioral health clinical partners, and line of business leaders to drive execution of strategic partnerships.
+ Build strategic market and competitive analysis to drive identification and implementation of external opportunities and new innovations aligning to strategic needs of the organization.
+ Represents company with high visibility constituents, including strategic provider partners and customers.
+ Align with multi-year strategic priorities of the Mental Well-being organization and identify gaps and opportunities to drive new partnerships.
+ Optimizes interaction with assigned partners and internal business partners to facilitate relationships and ensure partner needs are met.
+ Proactively identifies barriers, risks and, unmet needs as well as mitigating strategies in escalating to leadership as appropriate.
**Required Qualifications**
+ 5 to 7 years of experience in vendor management/contracting, provider partnership development, and procurement
+ 2 to 4 years of experience in mental or behavior health
+ 3 to 5 years stakeholder management - experience with leading, creating and delivering executive presentations providing support material to successfully implement strategy or change initiatives.
+ Proficient with MS Office suite applications (PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, Word)
+ Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing effectually, and meeting deadlines
+ Demonstrated relationship management skills at peer levels within an organization and external constituents.
+ Experience working with technology professionals
+ Experience with small or mid-sized cross-functional initiatives, with a moderate degree of complexity.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ 3 to 5 years Industry experience in mental or behavioral health, payer, commercial, and Medicare
+ Proven ability to interact with, influence and collaborate with business leaders and producing managers at all levels
+ PMP certification
+ Experience with enterprise-wide and/or cross-functional large-scale initiatives with high degree of complexity
**Education**
+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional work experience
**Pay Range**
The typical pay range for this role is:
$67,900.00 - $199,144.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company's equity award program.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
**Great benefits for great people**
We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits - investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:
+ **Affordable medical plan options,** a **401(k) plan** (including matching company contributions), and an **employee stock purchase plan** .
+ **No-cost programs for all colleagues** including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
+ **Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues** including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.
For more information, visit anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 09/28/2025
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, promotion, or any other personnel action based on race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.