Program Manager Sr, Vendor Management - Covered California
CalOptima
Join Us in this Amazing Opportunity
The Team You'll Join
We are a mission driven community-based organization that serves member health with excellence and dignity, respecting the value and needs of each person. If you are ready to advance your career while making a difference, we encourage you to review and apply today and help us build healthier communities for all.
More About the Opportunity
We are hoping you will join us as a Program Manager Sr, Vendor Management - Covered California and help shape the future of healthcare where you'll be an integral part of our Procurement & Vendor Management team, helping to strive for excellence while we serve our member health with dignity, respecting the value and needs of each of our members through collaboration with our providers, community partners and local stakeholders. This position has been approved to be Partial Telework.
• If telework is approved, you are required to work within the State of California only and if Partial Telework, also come in to the Main Office in Orange, CA, at least two (2) days per week minimum.
The Program Manager Sr for Vendor Management will play a vital role in the development, implementation and ongoing oversight of strategic contracts and will be responsible for ensuring updated department policies and procedures are followed. You will lead complex procurement projects that involve technical specifications and evaluation processes, negotiating with vendors and CalOptima Health staff to implement high visibility and contracts. You will work in close communication and collaboration with leadership and provide ongoing program and project support for the lifecycle of the resulting contract. You will provide subject matter expertise for new projects and initiatives related to the contract and department requirements. You will lead the design, solicitation, organization and contract oversight for all aspects of medium to large-scale projects and programs, developing scopes of work, organizing schedules and resources, developing cost and payment terms, negotiating initial contracts and all change orders with vendors. Together, we are building a stronger, more equitable health system.
Your Contributions To the Team:
• 75% - Program Support
• Participates in a mission-driven culture of high-quality performance, with a member focus on customer service, consistency, dignity and accountability.
• Assists the team in carrying out department responsibilities and collaborates with others to support short- and long-term goals/priorities for the department.
• Communicates with both internal and external customers to ensure collaboration on the project or program.
• Assists in oversight and management of both the technical and business integration components of projects throughout the lifecycle.
• Ensures projects are delivered in the agreed upon timelines and with minimal disruptions.
• Manages changes to project scope impacting schedule and costs, ensuring timely resolution and escalation when necessary.
• Provides training for staff in certain aspects of the procurement process.
• Negotiates, organizes and develops contracts and amendments for high visibility and complex procurement projects, maintains comprehensive project and procurement documentation.
• Drafts and edits documents, corrects grammar and states complex concepts in simple terms.
• Prepares regularly scheduled reports regarding the status of programs and assignments.
• Assists in developing internal processes to evaluate the effectiveness and performance of existing contracts programs and recommends improvements to enhance existing services as identified.
• Participates in regular review meetings with business owners, leadership and vendors to ensure compliance with requirements.
• 20% - Procurement Support
• Leads internal customers through the development and release of solicitations in accordance with the established board of directors approved policies.
• Leads solicitation activities, including scope development, release, questions and answers, proposal review, vendor selection, protests and any post-solicitation de-briefings.
• Recommends solicitation methods and manages the initiation of procurement activities.
• Provides guidance to departments on procurement selection and requirements.
• Monitors formal and informal procurements.
• Reviews requisitions and creates purchase orders for specific projects.
• Acts as subject matter expert for internal and external customers regarding procurement related questions and CalOptima Health policies and procedures.
• 5% - Other
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• Completes other projects and duties as assigned.
Do You Have What the Role Requires?
• Bachelor's degree PLUS 5 years of experience in program and project management and implementation required; an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position such as those listed above may also be qualifying.
You'll Stand Out More If You Possess the Following:
• Master's degree in business administration or related field.
• Certification from a national body such as the Institute for Supply Management (ISM), National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP) or related.
• Experience in procurement and contract negotiation in a health care industry, with emphasis on public procurement in California.
What the Regulatory Agencies Need You to Possess?
• N/A
Your Knowledge & Abilities to Bring to this Role:
• Develop rapport and establish and maintain effective working relationships with CalOptima Health's leadership and staff and external contacts at all levels and with diverse backgrounds.
• Work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Work a flexible schedule; available to participate in evening and weekend events.
• Organize, be analytical, problem-solve and possess project management skills.
• Work in a fast-paced environment and in an efficient manner.
• Manage multiple projects and identify opportunities for internal and external collaboration.
• Motivate and lead multi-program teams and external committees/coalitions.
• Utilize computer and appropriate software (e.g., Microsoft Office: Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and job specific applications/systems to produce correspondence, charts, spreadsheets, and/or other information applicable to the position assignment.
Your Physical Requirements (With or Without Accommodations):
• Ability to visually read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information.
• Ability to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication.
• Hearing ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions.
• Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting.
• Lifting and moving objects, patients and/or equipment 10 to 25 pounds
Ways We Are Here For You
• You'll enjoy competitive compensation for this role.
• Our current hiring range is: Pay Grade: 313 - $90,820 - $145,312 ($43.66 - $69.8615).
• The final salary offered will be based on education, job-related knowledge and experience, skills relevant to the role and internal equity among other factors.
• This position is approved for Partial Telework (**If the position is Telework, it is eligible in California only**)
• A https://www.caloptima.org/en/careers#benefits
• CalPERS pension program and additional retirement packages.
• Additional benefits and perks including:
• A generous PTO program
• A quality work life balance
• Various wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Career development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling
• And the satisfaction of knowing your work directly impacts and improves healthcare access for thousands of individuals and families.
Our Work Environment:
If located at the 500, 505 Building or a remote work location:
• Work is typically indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours, with travel as needed.
• There are no harmful environmental conditions present for this job.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate.
If located at PACE:
• Work is typically indoors in a clinical setting serving the frail and elderly.
• There may be harmful or hazardous environmental conditions present for this job.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate to loud.
If located in the Community:
• Work is typically indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours, with travel as needed.
• Employee will occasionally work outdoors in varied temperatures.
• There may be harmful or hazardous environmental conditions present for this job.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate to loud.
Why Join Us?
We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation. Each employee brings a unique perspective to the overall team and we value everyone's input and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where you and every team member can thrive while making a meaningful impacts on our community members. Our team reflects and represents the communities we serve, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds who share our commitment to accessible, quality healthcare.
What's Your Next Step?
All Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Do NOT miss out. If you want to join our team, the deadline for the first review of applications is July 7, 2026 at 9:00 PM (PST). We are encouraging you to apply early. If you apply after the first review date, your application is not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date.
Our Commitment to You
Your application and resume will be reviewed by a dedicated recruiter to this position. If your experience matches what we need, we will reach out to you to discuss the next steps. The selection process may include, but is not limited to, a skills assessment, phone screen and interview.
If you make it through the steps above and are selected for this exciting role, you will be required to undergo a reference and a background check (to include a conviction record) and if applicable also pass a drug screening and/or a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (for specific positions) If you are an Internal CalOptima Health applicant, please apply through the internal portal on InfoNet.
We will make sure to keep you updated through each step of the process on your candidate portal. Please make sure to watch for updates on your candidate portal and you emails which will be sent to the email address you listed on your application. Please check your email, including your SPAM folder, regularly throughout the recruitment process.
CalOptima Health is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit. CalOptima Health wants to have qualified employees in every job position. CalOptima Health prohibits unlawful discrimination against any employee, or applicant for employment, based on race, religion/religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transitioning status, age, sexual orientation, immigration status, military status as a disabled veteran, or veteran of the Vietnam era, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. CalOptima Health also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has, or is perceived as having, any of those characteristics.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation at (714) 246-8400 if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability.
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