What we need
The Product Development Manager will support the conceptualization and early development of commercial products. This role is responsible for identifying innovative market opportunities, building business cases to assess and prioritize new offerings, and maintaining a product roadmap. The role will work closely with teams across BCBSMA to develop products that meet customer needs and drive targeted business growth.
This position is eligible for the Flex persona. This is a hybrid position, based out of our Hingham or Boston office. Associates who live within 50 miles of the office are expected to work in-person 2 days a week.
Your Day to Day
Conduct ongoing market surveillance of competitor actions and industry trends to identify strategic opportunities and determine the optimal timing for launching new solutions
Define, communicate, and maintain a clear product vision and roadmap based on customer feedback, industry insights, and opportunities identified in data analysis
Create and manage rigorous, data-driven business cases for new product opportunities, including product specific ROI projections and feasibility analysis
Drive detailed assessment of new product concepts in partnership with Finance, Actuarial, ET, Operations, and other relevant stakeholders to determine overall concept viability
Establish Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of market offerings against corporate goals
Drive product affordability initiatives by identifying key drivers of medical cost trend, analyzing financial impacts of benefit changes, and developing product strategies to contribute to lowering the total cost of care
Partner to develop the initial go-to-market (GTM) strategy for new product launches, including defining the value proposition
Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and other key stakeholders to gather ongoing feedback to ensure product success
Develop and present compelling narratives to leadership regarding product strategy, performance, and growth opportunities
We’re Looking for:
Ability to translate complex healthcare industry challenges into clear, actionable product opportunities
Strong financial acumen with experience in business case development
Strong analytical skills with a proven ability to assess program performance and make data-driven recommendations for improvement
Strong communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation) with the ability to articulate a compelling product vision and its value proposition
Excellent organizational and project facilitation skills, with a proven ability to lead collaborative discussions and drive projects to completion
Demonstrated ability to navigate matrixed teams and achieve goals through creative problem-solving. Comfortable with ambiguity and capable of working independently
High standards of professionalism, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering excellent results
What You Bring:
Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or other Master's degree is a plus
3+ years of relevant experience in product development
Experience in the healthcare industry is strongly preferred
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Minimum Education Requirements:High school degree or equivalent required unless otherwise noted above
LocationBoston, HinghamTime TypeFull timeSalary Range: $104,670.00 - $127,930.00The job posting range is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs and affordability.
This job is also eligible for variable pay.
We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and a suite of well-being benefits to eligible employees.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
WHY Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA?
We understand that the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can prevent amazing candidates coming our way, so please don’t hesitate to apply. We’d love to hear from you. You might be just what we need for this role or possibly another one at Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all thrive, contribute, and be brilliant. We encourage you to bring us your true colors, , your perspectives, and your experiences. It’s in our differences that we will remain relentless in our pursuit to transform healthcare for ALL.
As an employer, we are committed to investing in your development and providing the necessary resources to enable your success. Learn how we are dedicated to creating an inclusive and rewarding workplace that promotes excellence and provides opportunities for employees to forge their unique career path by visiting our Company Culture page. If this sounds like something you’d like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you. You can also join our Talent Community to stay “in the know” on all things Blue.
At Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, we believe in wellness and that work/life balance is a key part of associate wellbeing. For more information on how we work and support that work/life balance visit our "How We Work" Page.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- MBA or other Master's degree
- 3+ years of relevant experience in product development
- Experience in the healthcare industry
- Strong financial acumen with business case development experience
- Strong analytical skills and ability to make data-driven recommendations
- Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
- Excellent organizational and project facilitation skills
- Experience defining product vision, roadmap, and KPIs
- Ability to navigate matrixed teams and work independently
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts and has not been reviewed or approved by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as a standout, with strong medical/dental/vision options and added mental-health tools. Wellness centers and company-funded health accounts further strengthen the overall health offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as robust, with a 401(k) that includes both company contributions and a match. Added financial-wellness supports like 1:1 CFP coaching and student-loan repayment contribute to the broader rewards package.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing benefits appear notably broad, including wellness reimbursements and subsidies (e.g., fitness and ergonomic support). Backup care and discount programs add lifestyle value beyond core insurance.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Insights
What We Do
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is a community-focused, tax-paying, not-for-profit health plan headquartered in Boston. We have been a market leader for over 80 years, and are consistently ranked among the nation's best health plans. Our daily efforts are dedicated to effectively serving our 3 million members, and consistently offering security, stability, and peace of mind to both our members and associates. As an employer, we are committed to investing in your development and providing the necessary resources to enable your success. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and rewarding workplace that promotes excellence and provides opportunities for employees to forge their unique career path. We take pride in our diverse, community-centric, wellness-focused culture and believe every member of our team deserves to enjoy a positive work-life balance. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is an Independent Licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity. ATTENTION: If you don’t speak English, language assistance services, free of charge, are available to you. Call Member Services at the number on your ID Card (TTY: 711). ATENCIÓN: Si habla español, tiene a su disposición servicios gratuitos de asistencia con el idioma. Llame al número de Servicio al Cliente que figura en su tarjeta de identificación (TTY: 711). ATENÇÃO: Se fala português, são-lhe disponibilizados gratuitamente serviços de assistência de idiomas. Telefone para os Serviços aos Membros, através do número no seu cartão ID (TTY: 711








