Senior Level Contracting Officer Jobs
Senior level contracting officer jobs place experienced professionals in charge of acquisition strategy, contract lifecycle ownership, and the teams or programs that execute complex procurement. Openings concentrate across Healthcare & Medical Services, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Construction & Real Estate, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid roles available from employers like CannonDesign, Legacy Health, and Sutter Health hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Legacy Health is seeking a visionary and experienced leader to serve as the Vice President, Payor Strategy & Contracting. The Vice President leads the organization in innovation of payor contracts that advances Legacy in its efforts to move toward more value-based reimbursement while ensuring the financial integrity of the contracts and not placing the organization at undo risk. The Vice President maintains key relationships with the VP of Population Health and leadership within Legacy Health Partners and PacificSource. The Vice President represents Legacy in all payor relationships. Legacy Health is a large, nonprofit, integrated health system with seven hospital campuses serving Oregon and Southwest Washington, including a full-service children's hospital and a behavioral health emergency services facility.
Responsibilities
The VP, Payor Strategy & Contracting is responsible for all aspects of payor contracting for Legacy Health. This includes but is not limited to, development of contract strategy, negotiation, analysis and administration of all fee-for-service and risk/incentive-based payor contracts. This responsibility includes all hospitals, the employed physician division, joint ventures, Legacy Health Partners, and any other operating divisions of Legacy Health. The VP, Payor Strategy & Contracting is responsible for the financially viable and timely negotiation and execution of all payor contracts for all lines of business, including but not limited to Commercial, Medicare Advantage and Medicaid. The individual has the authority to bind Legacy Health to the terms of all contracts negotiated. Certain strategic contracts may require the approval and signature of the Chief Financial Officer. The Vice President leads the organization in innovation of payor contracts that advances Legacy in its efforts to move toward more value-based reimbursement while ensuring the financial integrity of the contracts and not placing the organization at undo risk. The Vice President maintains key relationships within Legacy Health Partners. The Vice President represents Legacy in all payor relationships.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Master’s degree in Health Care Management, Public Health or Business Administration required.
Relevant experience may be substituted for educational requirements.
Experience
Ten years’ experience in payor contracting for either a payor or delivery system required.
Experience in value-based contracting required.
Negotiation experience required.
Minimum of seven years’ experience in a leadership position.
Skills
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Outstanding negotiation skills.
Ability to work with people at all levels of the organization.
Ability to maintain professionalism in difficult and sensitive conversations where stakeholders may disagree.
Excellent strategic thinking skills.
Outstanding organizational and analytical skills.
Knowledge and understanding of financial implications of various contracting structures.
Demonstrated knowledge of managed care and value-based care principles.
Knowledge and experience with risk-based contracting structures and of contract language.
Knowledge of different healthcare rate structures and payment methodologies.
PAY RANGE
USD $297,856.00 - USD $431,891.20 /Yr.
OUR COMMITMENT TO HEALTH AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing. If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
INTRODUCTION
Legacy Health is seeking a visionary and experienced leader to serve as the Vice President, Payor Strategy & Contracting. The Vice President leads the organization in innovation of payor contracts that advances Legacy in its efforts to move toward more value-based reimbursement while ensuring the financial integrity of the contracts and not placing the organization at undo risk. The Vice President maintains key relationships with the VP of Population Health and leadership within Legacy Health Partners and PacificSource. The Vice President represents Legacy in all payor relationships. Legacy Health is a large, nonprofit, integrated health system with seven hospital campuses serving Oregon and Southwest Washington, including a full-service children's hospital and a behavioral health emergency services facility.
Responsibilities
The VP, Payor Strategy & Contracting is responsible for all aspects of payor contracting for Legacy Health. This includes but is not limited to, development of contract strategy, negotiation, analysis and administration of all fee-for-service and risk/incentive-based payor contracts. This responsibility includes all hospitals, the employed physician division, joint ventures, Legacy Health Partners, and any other operating divisions of Legacy Health. The VP, Payor Strategy & Contracting is responsible for the financially viable and timely negotiation and execution of all payor contracts for all lines of business, including but not limited to Commercial, Medicare Advantage and Medicaid. The individual has the authority to bind Legacy Health to the terms of all contracts negotiated. Certain strategic contracts may require the approval and signature of the Chief Financial Officer. The Vice President leads the organization in innovation of payor contracts that advances Legacy in its efforts to move toward more value-based reimbursement while ensuring the financial integrity of the contracts and not placing the organization at undo risk. The Vice President maintains key relationships within Legacy Health Partners. The Vice President represents Legacy in all payor relationships.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Master’s degree in Health Care Management, Public Health or Business Administration required.
Relevant experience may be substituted for educational requirements.
Experience
Ten years’ experience in payor contracting for either a payor or delivery system required.
Experience in value-based contracting required.
Negotiation experience required.
Minimum of seven years’ experience in a leadership position.
Skills
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Outstanding negotiation skills.
Ability to work with people at all levels of the organization.
Ability to maintain professionalism in difficult and sensitive conversations where stakeholders may disagree.
Excellent strategic thinking skills.
Outstanding organizational and analytical skills.
Knowledge and understanding of financial implications of various contracting structures.
Demonstrated knowledge of managed care and value-based care principles.
Knowledge and experience with risk-based contracting structures and of contract language.
Knowledge of different healthcare rate structures and payment methodologies.
PAY RANGE
USD $297,856.00 - USD $431,891.20 /Yr.
OUR COMMITMENT TO HEALTH AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing. If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Senior Level Contracting Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level contracting officer job?
Employers hiring at the senior level look for candidates who have led complex acquisitions end to end, not just supported them. Demonstrated experience managing source selections, negotiating high-value contracts, and advising program leadership sets strong candidates apart. Holding an active warrant, relevant certifications like a DAWIA or CFCM, and a history of mentoring junior staff are concrete signals that carry weight in the screening process.
Which companies hire senior level contracting officers?
Companies hiring senior level contracting officers right now include CannonDesign, Legacy Health, and Sutter Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to concentrate among federal agencies, large defense contractors, and government consulting firms that manage high-value or multi-year contracts.
Are there remote senior level contracting officer jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and contract type. About 14% of senior level contracting officer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote roles more common in consulting and program support functions than in positions tied to classified work or on-site program offices.
What makes a contracting officer role senior level?
Senior level roles are defined by independent ownership of the full acquisition cycle, from requirements development through close-out, without close supervision. They typically involve a higher warrant threshold, authority over source selection decisions, responsibility for guiding junior contracting staff, and direct engagement with program managers and legal counsel on complex or high-risk procurements.
Which industries hire the most senior level contracting officers?
Senior Level contracting officer roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand because they manage large federal budgets, long-term program contracts, or regulated procurement processes that require experienced professionals with the authority and judgment to handle them independently.