Lead Director, Medicare Advantage Part D Strategy & Business Intelligence
The Lead Director will drive strategic analytics for Aetna's MAPD, Medicare Part D, and PDP businesses, turning financial, operational and regulatory data into actionable recommendations that boost growth, retention and margin. The role also oversees multi‑year strategic planning, market evolution analysis, and executive‑level business intelligence reporting.
Skills required
About this role
We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Summary
Provides strategic analytics and business leadership for Aetna's MAPD, Medicare Part D, and PDP businesses, translating financial, operational, competitive, regulatory, and consumer insights into executive-ready recommendations that support growth, retention, margin, and enterprise value creation.
Leads development of multi-year MAPD strategic expectations, including market evolution, benefit design, pharmacy economics, competitive positioning, regulatory change, and expected enterprise impacts.
Required Qualifications
The candidate will be a highly analytical, strategic leader who connects data, market dynamics, and business strategy to influence executive decision-making across the Medicare Part D business.
• 10+ years of experience in healthcare strategy, Medicare Advantage, Part D, actuarial, finance, consulting, product, analytics, or related healthcare leadership functions.
• Strong knowledge of MAPD, Medicare Part D, PDP, CMS regulations, Stars, pharmacy economics, healthcare markets, and industry dynamics.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex data into actionable business insights, strategic recommendations, and executive-level narratives.
• Experience developing executive reporting, business reviews, dashboards, KPIs, forecasts, and performance measurement tools.
• Exceptional PowerPoint, data visualization, executive communication, and cross-functional influence skills.
• Advanced analytical skills, including forecasting, trend analysis, scenario development, and business impact assessment.
• Experience using AI, machine learning, generative AI, or advanced analytical tools to identify trends, risks, and business process improvements preferred.
• Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, ownership, intellectual curiosity, and bias toward action.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders, lead cross-functional initiatives, and drive alignment in a matrixed organization.
Preferred Qualifications
N/A
Education
Bachelor's Degree required.
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$100,000.00 - $231,540.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company’s equity award program.
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Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
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