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The Competitive Intelligence Analyst is responsible for gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data to provide actionable insights that support strategic decision-making and Optum Serve’s opportunity pursuits. This role involves conducting comprehensive research and analysis of government contracts, solicitations, and competitive landscapes; gathering and evaluating data on competitors, including their capabilities, pricing strategies, and market positioning; developing detailed analyses of customer buying patterns, budgets, hot buttons, and priorities; and performing black hat reviews.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conduct market research and analysis of the federal government market, including key trends, opportunities, and competitive landscape

• Monitor and track government market trends, regulatory changes, political and policy development, technological advancements and innovation affecting government procurement

• Conduct comprehensive research on competitive landscape and analysis on competitors, including their capabilities, bid strategies, behaviors, in support of our government contract pursuits

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including business development, capture, and product teams to develop competitive strategies

• Perform customer and competitor black hat reviews to support development of a winning proposal

• Utilize various sources such as government databases, industry reports, and market research tools to collect relevant data

• Prepare reports, presentations, and briefings that communicate key findings and recommendations to capture team, senior leaders and other stakeholders

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in business and competitive intelligence and market research within the federal government market

• Experience and knowledge of government procurement processes, regulations, and policies

• Experience and proficiency in gathering and analyzing government procurement data, buying trends, and budgets using a wide range of data sources and research tools

• Experience with government databases (e.g., SAM.gov, FPDS) and market research platforms in the government market

• Proven solid analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and provide clear, actionable insights

• Proven solid organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously and prioritize effectively

• Proven effective communication and presentation skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in business and competitive intelligence and market research within the federal government market

• Experience in leading black hat sessions independently

• Experience performing competitive intelligence work within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Defense Health Agency (DHA), Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and other federal health customers sectors

• Familiarity with Price-to-Win (PTW) methodologies

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $88,000 to $173,200 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission .

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.