Marketing Coordinator, DentaQuest

Sun Life U.S. is one of the largest providers of employee and government benefits, helping approximately 50 million Americans access the care and coverage they need. Through employers, industry partners and government programs, Sun Life U.S. offers a portfolio of benefits and services, including dental, vision, disability, absence management, life, supplemental health, medical stop-loss insurance, and healthcare navigation. We have more than 6,400 employees and associates in our partner dental practices and operate nationwide.

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DentaQuest manages dental and vision benefits for more than 33 million Americans. Our outcomes-based, cost-effective solutions are designed for Medicaid and CHIP, Medicare Advantage, small and large businesses, and individuals. With a focus on prevention and value, we aim to make quality care accessible to improve the oral health of all.

The opportunity: 

As part of the Advantage Dental+ Marketing Department, the Marketing Coordinator will support the routine, day-to-day marketing administrative duties, assist Marketing Director with the coordination and planning of projects the team is focused on, and gain exposure to all aspects of healthcare marketing.  Responsibilities include but are not limited to administrative duties, analytics reporting and organization, the coordination and management of projects, ensuring project priorities are properly aligned, all while getting to work with a dynamic, growth-oriented team.   

• The Marketing Coordinator should possess excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills. 

• The Marketing Coordinator is an entry level marketing position with the opportunity to gain hands – on experience and exposure to all aspects of healthcare marketing.  This position offers the potential for learning and growth within a dynamic company. 

How you will contribute: 

• Data compilation and list management

• Monthly metrics compilation and organization

• Marketing asset organization and maintenance

• Assistance executing current and newly developed programs

• Exposure working with vendors to accomplish needs of the business

• Project Coordination

  • Including project planning and project management tool maintenance

• Invoice processing

• Working with team to collaboratively identify and implement operational efficiencies

  • Proactively and consistently define and develop process improvements to increase efficiency and productivity across team

• Team collaboration and participation in routinely scheduled meetings

• Other duties as needed or required

What you will bring with you: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent marketing experience

• Familiarity with creative processes

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment with patience, tact, and diplomacy

• Project timeline development, risk assessment, and prioritization skills

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced deadline driven environment

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong collaborative, organizational and interpersonal skills.

• Highly detail oriented

• Must be motivated and highly organized

• Must foster a positive team atmosphere

• Attends additional training as requested/deemed necessary

Preferred skills

• Innovative, creative mindset

• Prior marketing experience or prior marketing internship

• Experience working with creative / marketing teams

• Experience writing content

• Experience working with Adobe Suite Experience (Indesign, Illustrator)

• Experience utilizing project management tool

• Experience in a healthcare environment

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We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel they belong, are supported and empowered to thrive.  We are dedicated to building teams with varied experiences, backgrounds, perspectives and ideas that benefit our colleagues, clients, and the communities where we operate.  We encourage applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

Life is brighter when you work at Sun Life

At Sun Life, we prioritize your well-being with comprehensive benefits, including generous vacation and sick time, market-leading paid family, parental and adoption leave, medical coverage, company paid life and AD&D insurance, disability programs and a partially paid sabbatical program.  Plan for your future with our 401(k) employer match, stock purchase options and an employer-funded retirement account.  Enjoy a flexible, inclusive and collaborative work environment that supports career growth.  We’re proud to be recognized in our communities as a top employer.  Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified in Canada and the U.S., we’ve also been recognized as a "Top 10" employer by the Boston Globe's "Top Places to Work" for two years in a row.  Visit our website to learn more about our benefits and recognition within our communities.

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