Matthew Rapelje
About Matthew Rapelje
Matthew Rapelje is a Program Manager at Highmark Inc., where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in finance and procurement, with previous roles at BNY Mellon, Highmark Health, Alcoa, and Arconic.
Current Role at Highmark
Matthew Rapelje serves as a Program Manager at Highmark Inc. since 2021. In this role, he is part of the Strategic Growth Initiatives team, where he focuses on program management aimed at driving organizational growth. His responsibilities include overseeing various projects and ensuring alignment with the company's strategic objectives.
Previous Experience at Highmark Health
Prior to his current position, Rapelje held multiple roles at Highmark Health. He worked as a Senior Category Manager from 2017 to 2019, followed by a position as Sr External Client Relationship Manager from 2019 to 2021. These roles contributed to his expertise in managing client relationships and category strategies within the healthcare sector.
Career Background in Finance and Procurement
Matthew Rapelje has a diverse career background that includes significant experience in finance and procurement. He began his career as a SR Accounting Analyst at BNY Mellon from 2009 to 2012, then transitioned to a Financial Analyst role at Alcoa from 2012 to 2014. He later served as a Sourcing Manager at Arconic from 2014 to 2017, where he developed expertise in negotiating and contracting with third-party vendors.
Educational Qualifications
Rapelje holds an MBA in Finance from Duquesne University, which he completed from 2011 to 2014. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Indiana University of Pennsylvania between 2006 and 2008. Additionally, he obtained an Associate of Arts in Business Administration from Lehigh Carbon Community College in 2005.
Professional Development and Skills
Matthew Rapelje actively pursues education and training at world-class organizations to enhance his skills in healthcare program management. He has a strong background in outsourcing business processes, which has been instrumental in his role as a change agent within the organizations he has worked for.