Merative
A data and software partner for health and government social services, with tech and expertise to drive real progress.
Strategic Account Executive – Health Plan, Government
Location
United States
Posted
19 days ago
Salary
$193.5K - $290.3K / year
Seniority
Lead
Bachelor Degree8 yrs expEnglish
Job Description
• Own a portfolio of strategic health plan and government accounts , serving as the primary relationship owner and executive sponsor.
• Develop and execute account growth strategies that align Truven solutions to client needs, program priorities, and population health objectives .
• Lead complex sales cycles, including RFPs, procurement processes, state procurement portals, budget cycles, and multi‑year contracting .
• Identify opportunities for expansion across analytics, data solutions, MarketScan data, advisory services, and performance improvement programs.
• Conduct high‑impact presentations and solution discussions with senior leaders (C‑suite, policy leaders, program directors, actuarial leaders, and clinical quality teams).
• Partner closely with internal teams—Product, Marketing, Delivery, Analytics, and Customer Success—to ensure seamless execution and aligned messaging.
• Analyze account performance, market trends, policy shifts, and competitive intelligence to anticipate client needs and shape renewal/expansion strategies.
• Maintain accurate forecasting, pipeline visibility, and CRM hygiene for territory planning.
• Represent Truven at key industry events (e.g., AHIP, NASHP, Medicaid conferences) to elevate brand presence and strengthen market relationships.
Job Requirements
- Minimum 8+ years of experience in healthcare payer, government, or analytics solution sales.
- Proven ability to manage and grow large complex accounts with multi-year sales cycles.
- Deep understanding of the health plan and/or government payer landscape , including Medicaid/Medicare programs, plan operations, quality measures, clinical programs, and population health.
- Experience with government procurement , RFP development, compliance requirements, and cross‑functional bid management (preferred).
- Ability to consultatively sell high‑value analytical and data‑driven solutions to sophisticated buyers.
- Executive presence and confidence in leading strategic discussions, from operational leaders to senior government officials.
- Strong influencing skills with the ability to align internal and external stakeholders toward shared goals.
- A self‑starter mindset with a strong track record of achieving and surpassing revenue and retention goals.
- Experience collaborating closely with product and delivery teams to craft client‑specific solution strategies.
- Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and storytelling abilities.
- Travel expectation of 30% onsite with customers.
Benefits
- Remote first / work from home culture
- Flexible vacation to help you rest, recharge, and connect with loved ones
- Paid leave benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401k retirement savings plan
- Infertility benefits
- Tuition reimbursement, life insurance, EAP – and more!
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