Managing Director: Payer Data and Analytics

West Monroe • Minneapolis, MN

135d • $1 - $1

About The Position

West Monroe is seeking a dynamic Healthcare Payer & Data Managing Director to join our growing team. This role is instrumental in expanding our healthcare presence, delivering innovative data centered consulting solutions, and building relationships with payer organizations. As a leader, you’ll drive client success, foster team growth, and contribute to shaping the future of healthcare consulting at West Monroe. If you’re passionate about making an impact, thrive in an entrepreneurial environment, and enjoy collaborating with like-minded professionals, we’d love to hear from you.

Requirements

• 10+ years in professional services consulting, with a strong focus on payer operations.
• Success in leading consulting engagements and managing client relationships at the executive level.
• Deep understanding of payer organizations.
• Proven ability to define and implement data strategies, leveraging disparate data sources to drive operational improvements.
• Hands-on experience with data platforms such as Databricks, Snowflake, or similar tools to enable advanced analytics, automation, and decision-making support.
• Familiarity with deploying AI/automation to optimize workflows and enhance decision-making.
• A track record of generating revenue, developing key accounts, and leveraging a professional network to drive growth.
• Expertise in strategic planning, issue and risk management, and change management.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication, with the ability to present confidently to C-level executives.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.

Responsibilities

• Build and nurture client relationships, with a focus on payer organizations.
• Develop new business opportunities through networking, prospecting, and leveraging your professional network.
• Lead the sales cycle, from identifying client needs to delivering proposals and closing deals.
• Drive brand awareness by actively participating in industry events and local business organizations.
• Partner with Business Development and Marketing teams to execute impactful campaigns.
• Collaborate with leadership to grow the healthcare practice in alignment with local and national goals.
• Develop and refine methodologies, best practices, and go-to-market strategies, with a focus on leveraging advanced data platforms and tools.
• Mentor and grow consulting teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
• Participate in recruiting efforts to attract top talent.
• Lead engagements, serving as the trusted advisor to C-level executives and other key stakeholders.
• Deliver meaningful thought leadership and innovative solutions to address client challenges.
• Oversee project teams to ensure quality, timeliness, and budget adherence.
• Serve as the escalation point for critical client issues, providing actionable recommendations.
• Provide expertise in data strategy and analytics, leveraging tools like Databricks, Snowflake, and other cloud-based platforms to enable actionable insights and operational improvements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage for employees and their families.
• 401k plan enrollment.
• Employee stock ownership program.
• Annual bonuses.
• Unlimited flexible time off.
• Ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
• Eligibility for ten weeks of paid parental leave upon hire.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees