EDI Operations Manager

Summary
 Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but for more than seven decades we’ve been part of the national landscape, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. We are the largest insurance company in South Carolina … and much more. We are one of the nation’s leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies that allows us to build on a variety of business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are dedicated to the same philosophy, consider joining our team!
Description
 

Job Purpose:

Manages staff performing EDI technical support functions. Ensures timely and cost-effective processing of all EDI products and services. Assists in the development and acquisition of new business. Supports divisional goals and monitors departmental results to assist in meeting those goals.

Logistics:

This position is full-time (40 hours/week, 8 hours/day) Monday – Friday and is located at 4101 Percival Road in Columbia, SC. There is the possibility of hybrid work once training is complete and performance standards are being met. Some in-town and out-of-town travel required.

What You'll Do:

• Provides managerial, technical, and administrative direction to staff and other associates interacting with the department in the technical support, customer service and products delivered by department to customers for all applicable contracts.
• Ensures timely, cost-effective processing of all orders for EDI products and services as well as effective distribution of all EDI products, documentation, and notifications
• Assists in development and acquisition of new business and continually improves EDI support strategies relevant to the user community while maintaining compliance with all regulations.
• Coordinates with upper management and intradepartmental management to provide direction and consulting to EDI customers including software vendors.
• Provides input and assistance toward the professional development of the EDI staff including performance plans and career path development.
• Participates in and promotes total quality management initiatives. Interacts regularly with other areas for planning, training, report monitoring, and management purposes.

To Qualify for This Position, You'll Need:

Required Education:

• A Bachelor's degree in a job-related field.

Required Work Experience:

• 6 years of applicable EDI experience including either 2 years of technical support area management or supervisory experience OR
• 2 years of equivalent military experience in grade E4 of above.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead a technical support area, including the ability to analyze and resolve technical systems problems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant EDI software and tools used by the company/contract.
• Project management expertise and advanced technical support skills involving customers at all technical levels.
• Excellent negotiation, presentation, organizational, judgment, customer service, and both verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent spelling, punctuation, and grammar skills.
• Basic business math skills.
• Advanced understanding of data analysis concepts.
• The ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

We Prefer You to Have:

• Strong presentation skills.

What Blue Can Do for You:

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Subsidized health plans and free vision coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Paid annual leave — the longer you work here, the more you earn.
• Nine paid holidays.
• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations.
• Wellness programs and a healthy lifestyle premium discount.
• Tuition assistance.
• Service recognition.

What to Expect Next:

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications.  This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [email protected] or call 800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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