Network Development Specialist

Description and Requirements
Top candidates should be located in one of the following states: CA, NV, AZ, NM
Virtual position with estimated 50% travel.
The Opportunity
The Network Development Specialist is responsible for recruitment of Out of Network Dentist into the MetLife PDP Network. The NDS is also responsible for retention and fee negotiations to maintain the MetLife Preferred Dentist in the MetLife Network. The NDS role supports New Sales and the current MetLife Book of Business on a National Level. This is an exciting opportunity to join a qualified and professional Network Team with MetLife .
Success in this role requires strong recruitment and negotiation skills. The Network Development Specialist is responsible for the recruitment of Out of Network Dentist into the MetLife Preferred Network and retention of MetLife Preferred Dentist. You'll collaborate closely with other Network Development Specialist, Sales and Client Services in an environment where every contribution is respected, and every perspective is heard.
The Team You Will Join
Network Development position requires recruitment of Out of Network Dentist into the MetLife PPDP Network. Fee Schedule Negotiations with OON dentist.
Retention and fee negotiations to maintain MetLife PDP Providers in the MetLife Dental Network.
How You'll Help Us Build a Confident Future (Key Responsibilities)

• Lead recruitment efforts in their assigned territory.
• Create OON list that they will target for recruitment.
• Oversee the maintenance of their assigned network territory.
• Manage recruitment of OON dentist, fee negotiations, and retention.
• Develop retention strategies to maintain providers in their assigned territory.
• Coordinate onsite recruitment for their assigned territory.

What You Need to Succeed (Required Qualifications)

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 Years in a Dental Recruitment position.
• CRM, Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Teams
• Excellent Communication Skills, Time Management and Organizational Skills.
• Confident, Adaptable and Positive.

What Can Give You an Edge (Additional Skills)

• Strong Negotiation Skills
• Strong Excel Knowledge
• Motivated, Self-Starter, Dependable and Professional.

The salary range for applicants for this position is 71,600 - 85,000 with incentive potential..
Benefits We Offer
Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!
About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the 2024 "World's Most Admired Companies" as well as the 2024 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For ®, MetLife , through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world's leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by empathy, we're inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it's #AllTogetherPossible . Join us!
Equal Employment Opportunity/Disability/Veterans
If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at [email protected]. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.
MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
71,600 - 85,000 with incentive potential.