Optum ยท 3 days ago
Senior Vice President, Supply Chain & Logistics - OptumRx
Eden Prairie, MN
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$225K/yr - $375K/yr
15+ years expOptum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The Senior Vice President, Supply Chain & Logistics will provide executive leadership for supply chain, logistics, and automation capabilities across OptumRx Pharmacy Care Services, developing strategies to enable a scalable and cost-effective pharmacy network while supporting operational excellence and improved consumer experience.
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Responsibilities
Set and execute enterprise strategy for Supply Chain & Logistics across OptumRx, aligning capabilities to business growth, service, quality, regulatory, and financial objectives
Lead procurement, logistics, demand and supply planning, drug and prescriber file management, and equipment maintenance across a complex, multi-site pharmacy network
Own and drive pharmacy footprint/location strategy across the PCS portfolio, including network design, capacity planning, site selection, expansions, and new pharmacy builds
Advance and sustain globalized procurement strategies, optimizing supplier performance, cost leverage, supply continuity, and risk mitigation
Lead enterprise supply chain risk and resilience strategies, including continuity planning, disruption mitigation, and supplier risk management
Partner closely with Quality, Regulatory, and Compliance teams to ensure supply chain operations are audit-ready and aligned with regulatory requirements
Drive data- and analytics-enabled decision-making, including performance metrics, forecasting, and continuous improvement across supply chain and logistics functions
Operate effectively within a highly matrixed organization, influencing senior leaders and aligning cross-functional teams to deliver integrated, enterprise solutions
Lead financial stewardship, including operating budgets, multi-year capital planning, ROI-based investment decisions, and performance outcomes
Build and develop a high-performing leadership team, drive talent development, succession planning, and a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
Represent OptumRx in key external partnerships and supplier relationships, strengthening enterprise capabilities and market positioning
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
15+ years of progressive leadership experience in supply chain, operations, logistics within large-scale, complex environments
Demonstrated success leading multi-site or network-based operations
Deep experience in supply chain strategy, procurement, logistics, fulfillment, and supplier management
Proven ability to lead logistics and technology-enabled operations, including capital planning and digital transformation initiatives
Solid capability to operate, collaborate and influence within a matrixed enterprise environment
Experience with facility network design and long-range capacity planning
Financial acumen with experience managing budgets, capital investments, and enterprise performance outcomes
Preferred
Advanced degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field
Healthcare, pharmacy, or regulated industry experience
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Incentive and recognition programs
Equity stock purchase
401k contribution
Company
Optum
Optum is a healthcare company that provides pharmacy services, health care operations, and population health management. It is a sub-organization of UnitedHealth Group.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Daniel Castillo
Chief Executive Officer, Optum Care Delivery
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Jay Green
Chief Financial Officer
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