Strategic Business Operations Manager, Provider Operations

Strategic Business Operations Manager

Datavant is a data platform company and the world's leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right format. Our platform is powered by the largest, most diverse health data network in the U.S., enabling data to be secure, accessible and usable to inform better health decisions. Datavant is trusted by the world's leading life sciences companies, government agencies, and those who deliver and pay for care. By joining Datavant today, you're stepping onto a high-performing, values-driven team. Together, we're rising to the challenge of tackling some of healthcare's most complex problems with technology-forward solutions. Datavanters bring a diversity of professional, educational and life experiences to realize our bold vision for healthcare. We are seeking a highly talented and dynamic Strategic Business Operations Manager on the Provider Business Optimization Team. In this role, you will identify, develop, and execute strategic initiatives to boost productivity and reduce costs across the Provider Division of Datavant. This position requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to execute effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. If you enjoy tackling difficult problems from planning through execution and working in a highly autonomous, impactful role, then this is the position for you!

What You Will Do:

• Strategic Initiative Development: Conduct discovery and scoping to identify key opportunities for operational efficiency, productivity improvement, and cost savings across the provider division.
• Write and pitch business cases outlining project plans.
• Data Analysis and Performance Measurement: Gather and analyze data, create project financial models, and establish and track KPIs to assess the success of initiatives.
• Project Leadership: Manage end-to-end delivery of strategic initiatives, including planning, stakeholder alignment, execution, and impact measurement.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with teams across the company to design and implement innovative solutions that address gaps or opportunities.
• Build strong relationships across teams to effectively drive alignment, gather insights, and gain buy-in for initiatives.
• Reporting and Communication: Develop presentations and reports to communicate initiative progress and outcomes to leadership and stakeholders.

What You Need to Succeed:

• Experience: 3+ years of experience in business operations, strategy consulting, special projects, or a similar role.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to identify and scope high-impact opportunities and develop actionable strategies.
• Analytical Skills: Strong proficiency in data analysis and financial modeling to drive decision-making and measure results.
• Project Management: Highly organized with proven ability to manage complex projects from concept to execution, meeting deadlines and delivering measurable results.
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and align stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
• Autonomy and Adaptability: Comfort working independently in a fast-paced environment, with a high degree of initiative and adaptability.
• Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills and a team-oriented mindset for cross-functional engagement.
• Tools: Proficient in work productivity, data analysis, BI, and project management tools and software.

What Helps You Stand Out:

• Industry experience in healthcare or health tech.
• MBA or master's degree in a relevant field.

We are committed to building a diverse team of Datavanters who are all responsible for stewarding a high-performance culture in which all Datavanters belong and thrive. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. At Datavant our total rewards strategy powers a high-growth, high-performance, health technology company that rewards our employees for transforming health care through creating industry-defining data logistics products and services. The range posted is for a given job title, which can include multiple levels. Individual rates for the same job title may differ based on their level, responsibilities, skills, and experience for a specific job. The estimated total cash compensation range for this role is: $157,000—$171,000 USD.