• Develop and execute strategies for building and maintaining strong relationships with network vendors and providers to align with the objectives of the network solutions product. • Lead cross-functional collaboration between vendors, internal teams, and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and goal alignment. • Oversee data management and analysis processes, ensuring team accuracy in provider contracts, pricing, and performance metrics. • Direct the preparation and review of network performance data to identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and areas for improvement, providing strategic recommendations. • Supervise the review and negotiation of contracts and pricing agreements to ensure compliance, accuracy, and resolution of issues with network partners. • Guide research initiatives to identify potential providers and gather market intelligence, leveraging insights to expand network capabilities. • Monitor industry trends, state fee schedules, and best practices to inform high-level decision-making and policy development. • Manage data governance and workflow optimization, promoting efficiency and accuracy across the team. • Collaborate with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to spearhead network initiatives and elevate client experience. • Review and approve regular reports on network performance metrics, presenting findings to senior stakeholders and driving improvement strategies. • Formulate and implement strategies to optimize network performance, achieve organizational goals, and scale operations. • Identify and pursue new opportunities for expanding the network solutions product, including strategic partnerships, mergers, or innovative service offerings. • Mentor and manage Network Solutions Representatives, including recruitment, performance evaluations, and professional development. • Collaborate with executive management to align departmental strategies with the organization's growth objectives, remaining adaptable to evolving business needs.