Manager, Contracting Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of manager, contracting. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for assistance to the Advisor talent through the contracting process (referencing, offers, non-compete restrictions) ensuring efficiency in scheduling and timely feedback, delivering a great experience regardless of outcome.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Maintain Contracting Department’s Contracting Project Grid, Contracting Portal Site, and Participating Health Plan Website
• Upon request, perform research functions, including internal medical group operational questions, topical research (such as, new benefit plan designs, Payer background, Medicare Advantage changes, health care and insurance regulations changes)
• Develop a strong working knowledge of department and company systems that support managed care activity, including but not limited to RECO, MOSAIC and EPIC
• Keep current on health plan/payer issues, including new products/leadership changes/other provider renewals/membership changes/financial performance and health plan initiatives
• Upon request, participate in appropriate committees, where Payer contract related input is needed
• Under the guidance of the V.P., Contracting, contribute to the integration process of the Foundation’s contracting functions
• Upon request, assist with annual enrollment meetings at key employers, (e.g., Stanford University) and assist in answering plan 'hot lines' for patient calls
• Advanced to expert level of knowledge of provider reimbursement methodologies such as Resource Based Relative Value System (RBRVS), CPT Coding

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the manager, contracting position.

Previously, I was responsible for physician/payer contracting support and expertise by attending scheduled meetings with operations leadership with the Division/Market/Practice Management and Payers within the respective market area.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Record of success in managing within a complex organization, can demonstrate strong analytical skills being practically applied
• In-depth knowledge of project management best practices, preferably in a healthcare environment
• Strong collaborative, proactive & positive working style with a customer service focus
• Recognized for managing or facilitating strong and innovative teams, has strong interpersonal and personnel management skills
• Significant and demonstrated experience using MS Project, Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Expert level of knowledge of reimbursement methodologies such as Resource Based Relative Value System (RBRVS), DRGs, Ambulatory Surgery Center Groupers
• Experience in purchasing and contracting at a Texas State Agency or Texas Institution of Higher Education
• Experience in public sector procurement or contracting policies and procedures

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the manager, contracting position.

Previously, I was responsible for effective leadership to and manages the day-to-day work of the Provider Contracting & Reimbursement Analyst team.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Experience relying on limited direction, using experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• In-depth knowledge and relevant experience in all aspects of utility distribution line construction operations
• Demonstrates championing, monitoring and continual improvement in meeting EDO KPIs
• At least an Intermediate level of Proficiency with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Previous experience with Value Based Contracting and/or ACO's
• Previous experience with IMPACT, PHYCON, EMPTORIS, NDB
• Possess an extensive knowledge of pharmaceutical contracting and its market segments
• Expert proficiency with Word and other MS Office applications including Excel and PowerPoint

Please consider me for the manager, contracting opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for contracting support to the business on basic contracting tasks using limited effort and minimal quantity of time.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Experience working with attorneys
• Knowledge of IT Staff Augmentation best practices within a centralized active sourced model including strong supply chain and demand management
• Reporting responsibilities require proficiency in MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel)
• Strong understanding of how to effectively use and navigate sourcing and contingent workforce procurement related spend management systems such as Ariba, Fieldglass and/or Beeline
• IT Contractor Recruiting background
• Excellent presentation and communication skills, both verbal and written, are mandatory, sound understanding of projects and scheduling
• Healthcare contracting experience is preferred
• Demonstrated success and proven leadership in a program management role leading multi-disciplinary projects within a complex environment

In response to your job posting for manager, contracting, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for tactical leadership to the provider contracting function interpreting and implementing provider network strategic goals.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Knowledge of construction contracting and professional design agreements
• Knowledge of relevant federal and state laws, theory, and practices of construction and professional services contracting programs
• Skill in effectively presenting policy proposals and planning documents to a variety of audiences and to work effectively with managers in evaluating those proposals and results
• Skill in logistics, planning, and implementation of contract management and construction programs
• Skill in supervising and developing team work within a diverse group of trained individuals
• Skill in working with a variety of constituent groups, including public, private, and governmental entities
• Skill in problem solving with staff, and building and leading a team of cross-unit individuals toward a common goal
• Skill in negotiating with and coordinating efforts of large and sometimes diverse groups to reach consensus among competing interests