Manager, Network Management - Cigna Healthcare - Hybird (VA, MD)

Job description

Join Cigna Healthcare, a division of The Cigna Group, and help shape our provider network. As a Network Contracting Manager, you will report to the AVP, Provider Network Management. In this individual contributor role, you will support the strategic direction of the provider network while managing day‑to‑day contracting and network management activities. Responsibilities: - Manage complex fee‑for‑service and value‑based contracting and negotiations with large physician groups, ancillary providers, and hospital systems. - Lead key market contracting strategy projects, with responsibility for managing direct reports as assigned. - Build and maintain strong provider relationships to support network growth and value‑based business opportunities. - Partner closely with matrix teams (e.g., Claims, Medical Management, Credentialing) to ensure aligned execution. - Develop strategic network positions, identify value‑oriented and risk‑based opportunities, and contribute to alternative network initiatives and analytics. - Meet unit cost targets while maintaining an adequate and competitive provider network. - Design and manage initiatives to improve medical cost and quality, providing consult...