Associate Vice President Vendor Partnerships & External Performance

• Lead enterprise-wide vendor partnership strategy across approximately 125 vendors, ensuring alignment with revenue cycle and organizational objectives.
• Develop and implement performance tracking frameworks to monitor vendor outcomes, ROI, and strategic impact.
• Collaborate with revenue cycle and executive leaders to define goals, priorities, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard vendor solutions that enhance automation, technology adoption, and operational efficiency.
• Lead contract negotiation processes, ensuring favorable terms and long-term value creation for the organization.
• Oversee vendor governance, performance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives across partnerships.
• Manage, develop, and coach high-performing teams, including managers, with strong focus on accountability and succession planning.
• Develop and manage operating and capital budgets, ensuring disciplined financial oversight and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, ethical standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, Finance, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience in revenue cycle, healthcare operations, consulting, or performance-driven enterprise environments.
• At least 5+ years of experience leading enterprise-level initiatives involving strategy, vendor management, and performance improvement.
• Proven experience managing managers or leading large, cross-functional teams at a senior leadership level.
• Strong expertise in vendor selection, contract negotiation, and relationship management at an enterprise scale.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate ROI, performance metrics, and operational efficiency across complex systems.
• Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leadership decisions.
• Deep understanding of healthcare technology, automation, and performance optimization solutions.
• Strong strategic thinking, financial acumen, and decision-making capabilities in complex environments.
• Master’s degree preferred in a related field (Business, Healthcare Administration, Finance, or similar).

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary ranging from approximately $86.75–$138.80 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions and financial wellness programs.
• Paid time off programs, including vacation, holidays, and personal leave.
• Paid parental leave and family support benefits, including adoption assistance.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Educational assistance programs and professional development opportunities.
• Incentive pay eligibility and annual performance-based increases.
• Inclusive, mission-driven work environment focused on innovation in healthcare delivery.