
Contract Negotiation Manager – Pennsylvania & Delaware
CVS Health · Pennsylvania, United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $145,860 / year
- Pennsylvania, United States
Job highlights
- Negotiate contracts with healthcare providers.
- Manage provider networks and relationships.
- Analyze financial data for cost initiatives.
- Collaborate with internal teams on pricing.
- Resolve escalated provider issues.
About the role
Contract Negotiation Manager
We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Summary
This is an individual contributor role. Negotiates, executes, reviews, and analyzes contracts and/or handles dispute resolution and settlement negotiations with smaller providers (e.g., local, individual providers, small groups/systems), services larger provider partners in accordance with company standards in order to maintain and enhance provider networks while meeting and exceeding accessibility, compliance, quality, and financial goals and cost initiatives.
What You Will Do
- Negotiates, executes, reviews, and analyzes contracts and/or handles dispute resolution and settlement negotiations with solo, small group, or local providers.
- Manages contract performance in support of network quality, availability, and financial goals and strategies.
- Recruits providers as needed to ensure attainment of network expansion and adequacy targets.
- Collaborates cross-functionally to contribute to provider compensation and pricing development activities and recommendations, submission of contractual information, and the review and analysis of reports as part of negotiation and reimbursement modeling activities.
- Responsible for identifying and making recommendations to manage cost issues and supporting cost saving initiatives and/or settlement activities.
- Provides network development, maintenance, and refinement activities and strategies in support of cross-market network management unit.
- Assists with the design, development, management, and/or implementation of strategic network configurations, including integration activities.
- Both Fee for Service and Value based contracting experience preferred.
- May optimize interaction with assigned providers and internal business partners to manage relationships and ensure provider needs are met.
- Ensures resolution of escalated issues related, but not limited to, claims payment, contract interpretation and parameters, or accuracy of provider contract or demographic information.
Required Qualifications
- A minimum of 5 years of experience negotiating contracts with ancillary providers, facilities, and physician groups, including contract language, development and analysis of rate proposals, identifying operational and financial improvement opportunities, and collection and analysis of competitive data and key financial metrics. Uses competitive and financial data, as well as analysis detail, to negotiate favorable contracts.
- 3+ years of experience in provider relationship management or related healthcare roles, with proven and proficient contract management skills.
- Understanding of common contract provisions, provider reimbursement methodologies and terms, and industry standard payment policies and practices.
- Understanding of provider financial issues, regulatory requirements, and competitor strategies.
- Demonstrates high proficiency with Microsoft Office suite applications (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
- Ability to build collaborative relationships with providers and work cross-functionally to resolve complex provider contract issues.
- Highly organized and able to successfully manage and prioritize multiple negotiations, issues, and other tasks to ensure completion and meet deadlines.
- Candidates must reside in Pennsylvania or Delaware.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Commercial and Medicare lines of business.
Education
Bachelor's degree preferred or a combination of professional work experience and education.
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40
Time Type
Full time
Pay Range
The Typical Pay Range For This Role Is $60,300.00 - $145,860.00. 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.
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 offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families. This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility. Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 06/16/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
Key skills/competency
- Contract Negotiation
- Provider Relationship Management
- Network Development
- Healthcare Contracts
- Dispute Resolution
- Financial Analysis
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Reimbursement Methodologies
- Compliance
Skills & topics
- Contract Negotiation Manager
- Healthcare Contracts
- Provider Relations
- Network Development
- Negotiation
- Healthcare
- Pennsylvania
- Delaware
- CVS Health
- Finance
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 5+ years negotiating ancillary provider contracts and 3+ years in provider relations, emphasizing financial analysis and MS Office proficiency.
- Craft a strong cover letter: Clearly state your residency in Pennsylvania or Delaware and showcase your understanding of healthcare reimbursement and regulatory requirements.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience with contract language, rate proposal analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to resolve complex issues.
- Research CVS Health: Understand their mission to simplify healthcare and demonstrate how your skills align with their commitment to connecting, convenience, and compassion.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the Contract Negotiation Manager role at CVS Health?
- The primary focus of the Contract Negotiation Manager role at CVS Health is to negotiate, execute, review, and analyze contracts with healthcare providers, manage contract performance, and resolve disputes to ensure network adequacy, quality, and financial goals are met.
- What are the minimum experience requirements for this CVS Health position?
- This position requires a minimum of 5 years of experience negotiating contracts with ancillary providers, facilities, and physician groups, along with 3+ years in provider relationship management or similar healthcare roles.
- Do candidates need to reside in Pennsylvania or Delaware for the Contract Negotiation Manager job?
- Yes, candidates for this Contract Negotiation Manager position must reside in Pennsylvania or Delaware.
- What specific software skills are required for the Contract Negotiation Manager role at CVS Health?
- Candidates must demonstrate high proficiency with Microsoft Office suite applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Is experience with both Fee for Service and Value-Based Contracting necessary for this role?
- While not strictly required, experience with both Fee for Service and Value-Based Contracting is preferred for the Contract Negotiation Manager position.
- What is the anticipated work schedule for the Contract Negotiation Manager at CVS Health?
- The anticipated weekly hours for this full-time Contract Negotiation Manager position is 40 hours per week.
- What kind of benefits does CVS Health offer for this Contract Negotiation Manager role?
- This full-time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, and wellness programs.
- How does CVS Health handle salary for the Contract Negotiation Manager position?
- CVS Health offers a typical pay range of $60,300.00 - $145,860.00 annually, with the actual offer depending on factors like experience, education, and geography. The role is also eligible for bonuses and incentives.