Principal, Business Operations & Strategy

Datavant
United States, New York, New York
May 31, 2025
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. Job Summary As a Senior Associate in Business Operations & Strategy, you will play a pivotal role in driving transformative initiatives across the organization. Your responsibilities will encompass leading Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) transformation efforts, managing cross-functional workstreams to ensure public readiness, and spearheading cost optimization strategies. This role demands a strategic thinker with a strong operational background, capable of collaborating with various departments to achieve financial and organizational goals. Key Responsibilities Lead BPO Transformation Initiatives: Oversee the planning and execution of BPO projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and delivering measurable improvements in efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Cross-Functional Workstream Management: Coordinate and manage initiatives across Finance, Legal, Technology, and Enterprise teams to ensure readiness for public engagements and compliance with regulatory standards. Strategic Partnership Management: Cultivate and maintain relationships with key partners, ensuring that collaborations align with the company's strategic goals and contribute positively to financial outcomes. Cost Optimization Leadership: Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements across various departments, implementing strategies that drive financial performance without compromising quality. Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize data analytics to inform strategic decisions, monitor performance metrics, and adjust strategies as necessary to achieve desired outcomes. Stakeholder Communication: Serve as a liaison between executive leadership and operational teams, ensuring clear communication of goals, progress, and challenges. Basic Qualifications Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field. Professional Experience: Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in business operations, strategy, or a related area, with a proven track record of leading cross-functional initiatives. Analytical Skills: Strong proficiency in data analysis and the ability to translate insights into actionable strategies. Project Management: Demonstrated experience in managing complex projects, including planning, execution, and stakeholder coordination. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, with the capacity to present information clearly to diverse audiences. Preferred Qualifications Advanced Education: MBA or other relevant advanced degree is a plus. Industry Experience: Experience in managing BPO transformations and familiarity with public readiness processes. Technical Proficiency: Knowledge of financial modeling, process improvement methodologies, and relevant software tools. Leadership Abilities: Proven ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, and drive organizational change. Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and adept at managing multiple priorities simultaneously. Prior experience at Healthcare companies 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: $150,000 — $220,000 USD To ensure the safety of patients and staff, many of our clients require post-offer health screenings and proof and/or completion of various vaccinations such as the flu shot, Tdap, COVID-19, etc. Any requests to be exempted from these requirements will be reviewed by Datavant Human Resources and determined on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the state in which you will be working, exemptions may be available on the basis of disability, medical contraindications to the vaccine or any of its components, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, and/or religion. This job is not eligible for employment sponsorship. Datavant is committed to a work environment free from job discrimination. 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.To learn more about our commitment, please review our EEO Commitment Statement here. Know Your Rights, explore the resources available through the EEOC for more information regarding your legal rights and protections. In addition, Datavant does not and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. At the end of this application, you will find a set of voluntary demographic questions. 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