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Cost Containment Lead

Healix International
Woburn, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/26/2026
Job Description

Location: Remote

We’re looking for a commercially driven and strategic Cost Containment Lead to join our Global Network Team. In this high-impact role, you’ll lead initiatives that directly improve profitability by identifying, negotiating, and delivering measurable cost savings across international medical and assistance services.

You’ll work cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, Network teams, and external providers worldwide to influence cost outcomes, optimize processes, and expand cost containment as a key business capability and revenue stream.

If you’re a strong negotiator with global experience and a passion for delivering tangible financial results, this is an opportunity to make a real business impact.

What You’ll Bring

  • Proven experience in cost containment, claims negotiation, or international assistance
  • Strong commercial acumen, ideally within healthcare, insurance, or travel risk sectors
  • Demonstrated success negotiating cost savings in complex, multi-stakeholder environments
  • Ability to influence cross-functional teams in a matrix organization
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience working with case management systems and Microsoft Office tools
  • Strategic mindset with the ability to balance operational execution and long-term improvement

What Sets You Apart

  • Experience working with international provider networks
  • Knowledge of global healthcare costs and billing practices
  • Track record of delivering measurable financial impact through negotiation or process improvement
  • Ability to identify and develop new revenue streams

Why join Healix?

At Healix, we’re driven by purpose and guided by our values:

  • Put people first – we prioritize the wellbeing of clients and colleagues
  • Think independently – we empower smart, confident decision-making
  • Earn trust – we act with integrity and deliver on our commitments

You’ll be part of a collaborative, global organization where your work directly influences business performance and client outcomes.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Healix International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Ready to apply?

If you’re ready to take ownership of a high-impact role where negotiation, strategy, and measurable results come together—we’d love to hear from you.

About The Role

What you’ll do

  • Lead global cost containment strategy and initiatives, driving measurable savings across cases and invoices
  • Identify high-cost activity and implement tracking and escalation processes to maximize savings opportunities
  • Negotiate cost reductions with international providers across healthcare and assistance services
  • Partner with Finance and Invoice Processing teams to validate high-value claims and optimize payment strategies
  • Establish and monitor cost thresholds, ensuring high-value cases are actively targeted for savings
  • Analyze spend trends and deliver actionable insights to senior leadership
  • Develop policies, frameworks, and best practices to embed cost containment across the organization
  • Collaborate with Network, Sales, and Legal teams to influence commercial contracts and pricing structures
  • Enhance provider network strategies to support proactive and cost-effective decision-making
  • Evaluate third-party/vendor performance and identify opportunities for outsourcing or insourcing
  • Identify new revenue opportunities, including expanding cost containment services for clients

Skills Needed

Required Criteria

  • Proven experience in cost containment, claims negotiation, or international assistance
  • Strong commercial and negotiation skills with a track record of delivering cost savings
  • Ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders in a matrix environment

Desired Criteria

  • Experience in healthcare, insurance, or travel risk sectors
  • Knowledge of global provider networks and medical billing practices
  • Experience identifying new revenue opportunities or service improvements

Closing DateFriday 26th June, 2026

Contract Typefulltime

SalaryBased on Experience

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