Strategic Product Manager

Flex

IL - Chicago

Full time

R0055037

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Job Summary

This position is responsible for managing existing products and contributing to the development of strategy for both current and next generation product solutions in the health insurance space. Plays a significant role in the product lifecycle from ideation through market launch by analyzing and interpreting market trends, developing marketing strategy and assessing product performance. Serves as the subject matter expert responsible for product management activities including marketing collateral development, training efforts, client reporting, monitoring product performance and refreshing product pricing. Supports sales and account management in best positioning products for critical client sales.

Required Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree and 4 years of experience in consulting, strategic planning, marketing, market research, product management, or product development OR 8 years of experience in strategic planning, product management, product development OR Master’s Degree and 2 years of experience in consulting, strategic planning, marketing, market research, product management, or product development.

• Experience effectively interacting with staff/management across multiple departments and levels, including executive leadership.

• Experience leading and mentoring other staff, as appropriate.

• Experience building key relationships and understanding organization interdependencies

• General business and financial analysis skills

• Knowledge of sales and marketing techniques, marketplace and competition

• Analytic and information synthesis skills.

• Communication and persuasion skills.

• Project management skills, including strong organization, prioritization and problem solving skills.

• Strong oral, verbal and interpersonal communication skills; experience accepting direction and feedback.

• Flexibility and responsiveness in managing multiple projects concurrently.

• Presentation and group facilitation skills.

• Initiative and persistence, with experience meeting deadlines.

• Experience leading within a team environment.

• Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Health insurance or healthcare industry experience

• Previous responsibility for the administration of a product or product line, including development of products from inception to launch, and product introduction and monitoring for success or need for reengineering.

• Experience working directly with clients and benefit consultants or brokers.

This is a Flex (Hybrid) role: 3 days in office; 2 days remote.

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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 .

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

$84,400.00 - $152,300.00

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

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For more than 80 years, HCSC has been dedicated to expanding access to high-quality, cost-effective health care and equipping our members with information and tools to make the best health care decisions for themselves and their families. As an industry leader, HCSC also has been helping to make the health care system work better for all Americans. To remain a leader, we offer compelling careers that encourage resourcefulness, strategic thought and empower you to make a difference in the lives of our members and their communities.

Today, with the industry at an important crossroad, HCSC is reimagining health care and looking for original thinkers who aren’t afraid to make innovative contributions. We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to workforce diversity and a drug-free and smoke-free workplace. Learn more about HCSC, our commitment to our members and the opportunity you’ll have to improve health care delivery in an open, collaborative environment.

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