Strategic Operations Manager

About this role

At Zelis, we Get Stuff Done. So, let’s get to it!     A Little About Us   Zelis is modernizing the healthcare financial experience across payers, providers, and healthcare consumers. We serve more than 750 payers, including the top five national health plans, regional health plans, TPAs and millions of healthcare providers and consumers across our platform of solutions. Zelis sees across the system to identify, optimize, and solve problems holistically with technology built by healthcare experts – driving real, measurable results for clients.

At Zelis, AI is woven into the fabric of how we work. Every associate is expected - and empowered - to partner with AI to challenge the status quo, accelerate innovation, and amplify their impact. This is a place for builders with a growth mindset who act with agility, embrace change, and use modern technology to shape smarter solutions, exceptional experiences, and the future of our industry for our clients, customers, and our culture.    A Little About You   You bring a unique blend of personality and professional expertise to your work, inspiring others with your passion and dedication. Your career is a testament to your diverse experiences, community involvement, and the valuable lessons you've learned along the way. You are more than just your resume; you are a reflection of your achievements, the knowledge you've gained, and the personal interests that shape who you are.

Position Overview The Strategic Operations Manager is part of the Payments Business Unit team. Reporting to the Chief of Staff, this role sits at the intersection of strategy and execution, partnering closely with business unit leadership to both keep the operating engine running smoothly and help shape the next phase of growth.

You’ll split your time between:

Operational leadership — supporting the operating rhythm of the business unit, including key recurring meetings and quarterly planning cadences with the broader enterprise.

Strategic projects — identifying, sizing, and evaluating new growth opportunities, markets, products, and partnerships.

This is an ideal role for a structured problem-solving with strong business judgment, who is excited to partner with leadership and drive initiatives from analysis through execution.

Key Responsibilities

Business Unit Operations & Cadence • Own and support the operating rhythm of the business unit, including monthly and quarterly cadences with the Enterprise

• Develop agendas, materials, and analyses to ensure meetings are efficient, data-driven, and decision-oriented

• Track follow-ups, decisions, and action items to drive accountability and execution

Cross-Functional Partnership & Influence • Partner closely with Payments BU leadership, Finance and Enterprise Strategy

• Act as connective tissue between the business unit and the broader enterprise, ensuring alignment on priorities and decisions

• Influence prioritization and investment decisions through clear insights, structured analysis, and strong executive communication

Strategic Projects & Growth Initiatives • Lead and support strategic analyses to identify and evaluate new growth opportunities (e.g., new markets, products, customer segments, partnerships, or M&A themes)

• Build market sizing, financial models, and business cases to support investment decisions

• Conduct competitive and industry research to inform strategic recommendations

• Support senior leaders with clear, concise recommendations and executive-ready materials

Qualifications • 4+ years of professional experience, ideally with a background in management consulting, investment banking, or private equity

• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills; comfortable building structured analyses from scratch

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to synthesize complex topics for executive audiences

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously

• Comfortable operating in ambiguity and moving between strategic thinking and tactical execution

• Startup or high-growth company experience is a plus

• Experience in healthcare, payments, or fintech is a plus but not required

Why This Role • High visibility and direct exposure to senior leadership

• Opportunity to influence both day-to-day execution and long-term strategy

• Broad scope across operations, strategy, and growth

• Strong platform for future leadership roles in strategy, operations, or general management

Please note at this time we are unable to proceed with candidates who require visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Location and Workplace Flexibility Zelis is headquartered in the U.S., with multiple locations across the country and in Hyderabad, India. Check out our locations to learn more about our offices. All employee work locations are based on the needs of the position and are determined by the Leadership team. In-office work and activities vary based on work and team objectives in accordance with Company policies.

While location expectations vary by role, candidates within approximately 50 miles of a U.S. office are generally preferred to support collaboration when needed. Our hybrid approach is flexible, and in-office presence is guided by team and business needs rather than a fixed weekly schedule.

Base Salary Range $115,000.00 - $145,350.00 At Zelis we are committed to providing fair and equitable compensation packages. The base salary range allows us to make an offer that considers multiple individualized factors, including experience, education, qualifications, as well as job-related and industry-related knowledge and skills, etc. Base pay is just one part of our Total Rewards package, which may also include discretionary bonus plans, commissions, or other incentives depending on the role.

Zelis’ full-time associates are eligible for a highly competitive benefits package as well, which demonstrates our commitment to our employees’

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