Inland Empire Health Plan

Senior Director, Contracting

10801 Sixth Street, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730

On-site · Full-time

First seen by offpeak October 6, 2026

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Overview

What you can expect!

Find joy in serving others with IEHP! We welcome you to join us in “healing and inspiring the human spirit” and to pivot from a “job” opportunity to an authentic experience!

Reporting to the Vice President of Contracting, the Sr. Director provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of Provider Contracting. The Sr. Director leads complex contract negotiations and ensures all contracting activities align with regulatory requirements and organizational priorities. This position collaborates closely with multiple departments across the organization to build and maintain a network that supports IEHP’s growth, financial sustainability and operational excellence.

Commitment to Quality: The IEHP Team is committed to incorporate IEHP’s Quality Program goals including, but not limited to, HEDIS, CAHPS, and NCQA Accreditation.

Additional Benefits

Perks

IEHP is not only committed to healing and inspiring the human spirit of our Members, but we also aim to match our team members with the same energy by providing prime benefits and more.

Competitive salary
State of the art fitness center on-site
Medical Insurance with Dental and Vision
Life, short-term, and long-term disability options
Career advancement opportunities and professional development
Wellness programs that promote a healthy work-life balance
Flexible Spending Account – Health Care/Childcare
CalPERS retirement
457(b) option with a contribution match
Paid life insurance for employees
Pet care insurance

Key Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership in developing, implementing, and overseeing organization‑wide contracting strategies to ensure a robust, high‑performing network that supports current and future product lines and organizational goals.

Oversee and guide complex negotiations, ensuring timely execution, operational feasibility, and compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements.

Champion cross‑departmental collaboration with Compliance, Finance, Legal, Product, Provider Experience, and Quality to ensure smooth contract implementation and optimal provider performance.

Develop and implement contracting strategies that support compliance with state and federal regulations as well as NCQA requirements.

Drive operational excellence across the full contract lifecycle, from intake to execution. Establish clear SLAs, prioritization frameworks, and performance metrics for all contracting activities.

Identify and implement system enhancements that improve efficiency and user experience. Ensure accurate tracking, visibility, and reporting of contract volumes, cycle times, and bottlenecks.

Own the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of contract templates and standard language. Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure accuracy and relevance.

Ensure executive leadership has clear, ongoing visibility into contracting activities, trends, and risks.

Foster a high-performing, solutions-oriented culture focused on quality, consistency, and strong cross-functional partnership.

Hire, train, and manage support staff, while monitoring and evaluating outcomes. Conduct performance reviews of each Team Member within IEHP guidelines.

Perform any other duties as required to ensure Health Plan operations and department business needs are successful.

Qualifications

Education & Requirements

A minimum of 7 years’ progressive experience in network contracting and at least 5 years of leadership experience
Experience with various managed care compensation methodologies related to Medicaid, Medicare and Marketplace government-sponsored programs
Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution required
Master’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution preferred

Key Qualifications

Valid California Driver’s License preferred
Extensive knowledge of network development, managed care delivery systems, and health plan operations
Deep understanding of contracting structures, alternative payment methodologies, risk‑based arrangements, regulatory requirements, contract performance evaluation, and reimbursement methodologies
Exceptional analytical, strategic planning, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to lead complex initiatives and make informed decisions
Strong leadership capabilities with demonstrated success managing teams, developing talent, and driving cross‑functional collaboration
Outstanding communication, negotiation, relationship‑building, and organizational skills
Cultivate and sustain high impact, collaborative relationships with providers and key stakeholders
Strategically manage complex, competing priorities and deliver results under tight deadlines
Shape, lead, and execute enterprise level provider contracting and network development strategies

Start your journey towards a thriving future with IEHP and apply TODAY!

Work Model Location

This position is on a hybrid work schedule. (Mon & Fri - remote, Tues - Thurs onsite in Rancho Cucamonga, CA.)

Pay Range

USD $229,195.20 - USD $265,387.20 /Yr.

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