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Job SummaryThis position is responsible for leading the team that partners closely with our Sales and Account Management teams and develops and writes proposals, manages proposal content across various areas and Network information requests for the Enterprise along with providing support to Dearborn National on Blue branded quotes for certain membership thresholds; managing a separate team that supports Enterprise National Accounts Meetings that host internal and external guests based on business objectives; managing a team that supports Open Enrollment requests to support Enterprise National Accounts, Oklahoma, and Illinois/Texas local/mid markets.Required Job Qualifications
- Bachelor Degree and 15 years experience in progressive marketing/benefits administration, proposal development, or insurance operations OR
- Bachelor Degree and 15 years experience in managing proposal development professionals in a deadline-driven environment, preferably with employees in multiple locations including but not limited to professional writing, marketing, business development, etc.
- 7 years experience in leadership, communications, and management skills.
- Self-starter able to develop and maintain focus on strategic marketing objectives.
- Process minded, ability to think about people, process, and technology to gain efficiencies in the Proposal Management process, leveraging data and insights. Organized and detail oriented.
- Knowledge of proposal development methodologies/trends,
- Experience in balancing short term deadlines against long-term goals for self and staff.
- Interpersonal, negotiation and engaging communication skills for all levels within the organization including senior leadership.
- Overseeing the annual budget and allocating resources for various projects and operational needs.
- Translating needs and initiatives into compelling business cases.
- Conducting cost-benefit analyses to justify investments and ensure ROI.
Preferred Job Qualifications
- Bachelor Degree in Business, Marketing Communications, or English.
- Leader in the proposal industry with proven best practices, including the value of AI and content management strategies
- Knowledgeable of health care industry trends to incorporate messaging in all communications, meetings and events to ensure consistency in messaging.
- Knowledge of HCSC product offerings, competitors’ capabilities, and the BCBS System.
- Demonstrated ability to design knowledge management practices and disciplines for development of the team, as well as stakeholders who engage in the process of RFP development.
- Experience in managing teams to support onsite events for clients as well as meeting and planning support, preferably with employees and events in multiple locations.
- Creative problem-solver, strategic critical thinker with operational discipline, team player with leadership qualities.
- Proactive mindset looking at industry best practices around analytics/automation, ways to balance standardization with unique responses for critical growth opportunities.
- Achievements within deadline driven environment and pressure related to these activities/roles within the organization.
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Pay Transparency Statement:
At Health Care Service Corporation, you will be part of an organization committed to offering meaningful benefits to our employees to support their life outside of work. From health and wellness benefits, 401(k) savings plan, pension plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, disability insurance, supplemental life insurance, employee assistance program, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, plus other incentives, we offer a robust total rewards package for employees. Learn more about our benefit offerings by visiting https://careers.hcsc.com/totalrewards.
The compensation offered will vary depending on your job-related skills, education, knowledge, and experience. This role aligns with an annual incentive bonus plan subject to the terms and the conditions of the plan.
HCSC Employment Statement:We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to providing a welcoming environment where the unique differences of our employees are respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.
Base Pay Range$146,700.00 - $272,400.00Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree and 15 years experience in progressive marketing/benefits administration, proposal development, or insurance operations OR managing proposal development professionals in a deadline-driven environment
- 7 years experience in leadership, communications, and management skills
- Self-starter able to develop and maintain focus on strategic marketing objectives
- Process minded with ability to think about people, process, and technology to gain efficiencies in the Proposal Management process
- Organized and detail oriented
- Knowledge of proposal development methodologies and trends
- Experience balancing short-term deadlines against long-term goals for self and staff
- Strong interpersonal, negotiation and engaging communication skills for all levels including senior leadership
- Experience overseeing annual budgets and allocating resources for projects and operational needs
- Ability to translate needs and initiatives into compelling business cases and conduct cost-benefit analyses to ensure ROI
Health Care Service Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Health Care Service Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Health Care Service Corporation.
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Retirement Support — A pension plan alongside a matching 401(k) is offered, an uncommon combination in the private sector. This combination is described as a standout element that helps retain employees.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare options are broad, with multiple medical, dental, and vision choices, wellness incentives, and access to resources like on-site fitness centers and an EAP. These offerings add meaningful value beyond base pay.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave (up to six weeks at full pay after one year), adoption assistance, and mothers’ rooms are available. These supports reinforce family needs alongside work commitments.
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What We Do
Imagine Something New, Something Different. Health Care Service Corporation, a Mutual Legal Reserve Company (HCSC), is the largest customer-owned health insurer in the nation and the fourth largest overall. Operating through our Blue Cross and Blue Shield Plans in Illinois, Montana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas (as well as a variety of affiliates and subsidiaries,) we are expanding access to high-quality, cost-effective health care. We are equipping members with information and tools so they can make the best health care decisions for themselves and their families. HCSC is continuously recognized as an employer committed to community, diversity and inclusion, training and development. HCSC is committed to pioneering the health care space in ways as effective as they are creative. If you are passionate about the impact you want to have through your work, with a desire to apply innovative thinking to new and emerging challenges, we encourage you to learn more about HCSC. Learn about what we stand for, how we work and the difference we’re making in the lives of our 15 million members. Join HCSC and discover what new ways of thinking can mean for you, your community, our customers and our organization. Divisions of Health Care Service Corporation, a Mutual Legal Reserve Company, an Independent Licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
