Job Description
Lead small to medium scale, enterprise-wide Product Development initiatives as part of the annual Group Refresh project. Acts as a thought leader for the generation of ideas and carries through to product design, requirements definition, execution and launch to the market.*PLEASE NOTE - This position is not a technical or agile product manager role.*
At Blue Cross NC, we’re making health care better for all – by listening deeply, challenging what’s possible, and putting care at the heart of everything we do. Join a purpose driven team where ideas spark change, growth is encouraged, collaboration fuels impact, and you’re supported with the flexibility and trust to do meaningful work.
What You'll Do
Develops ideas from inception, through the different staged gates of product development and delivery, to the market launch of the offering
Collaborates with Strategic Advisors to evaluate market offer opportunities to determine impact on the annual Group Refresh
Collaborate and execute critical activities such as complex financial/qualitative analysis and thought leadership at a departmental and enterprise level
Facilitate communication and present information to both internal and external stakeholders at all levels, including senior-level leadership, to effectively drive programs/initiatives
Assists in evaluating, as needed, strategic vendor partners to provide innovative and market differentiating capabilities and may participate in the assessment, selection, and contract negotiations of these partners/vendors
Organize and communicate progress towards the completion of overall work portfolio
Manages projects and cross-functional teams working on significant business strategies and opportunities
Works cross-functionally across the enterprise to define and develop proof of concepts, business cases, designs, business requirements, and functional specifications for assigned strategic initiatives
Supports the development of business cases in collaboration with strategic teams buy-in for the initiative and detail delivery components.
Identifies and obtains leadership buy-in for the pricing strategy in collaboration with actuarial resources
Collaborates on the marketing/launch strategy by providing key information and knowledge on the product/offer.
Reviews and approves external literature, training material, requirements, functional specifications, and test plans and results
What You Bring
Bachelor’s Degree
3 years experience in marketing or product development.
In lieu of degree, 5 years of experience as stated above.
Bonus Points
Previous work experience in health insurance or healthcare industry with multi-faceted knowledge of delivery systems as evidenced by at least 3 years of direct work experience as a Product Developer or Associate, Business Analyst, Business Systems Analyst, Business Solutions Architect, Project/Program Manager, and/or Product Owner is strongly preferred
Excellent communication (verbal and written), presentation, and active listening skills
Excellent PC skills (e.g., MS Office Suite, MS Project, Visio/draw.io)
Ability to manage multiple projects effectively and prioritize activities to meet deliverable dates and/or changing priorities
Strong negotiation, problem-solving, decision-making, and influencing skills to work with people across the enterprise, garnering input and buy-in.
What You’ll Get
The opportunity to work at the cutting edge of health care delivery with a team that’s deeply invested in the community
Work-life balance, flexibility, and the autonomy to do great work
Medical, dental, and vision coverage along with numerous health and wellness programs
Parental leave and support plus adoption and surrogacy assistance
Career development programs and tuition reimbursement for continued education
401k match including an annual company contribution
Where You’ll Work
Our Hybrid Flex approach is built on presence with a purpose – giving you flexibility to work remotely with intentional in-person connection – that supports a workplace that’s flexible, connected, and future focused.
In a Hybrid-Flex role, you’ll work in the office at least two days a week for collaboration and connection. In a Remote Flex role, you’ll work virtually, with a few in-office visits each year for meaningful moments that matter.
Whether your role is Hybrid Flex or Remote Flex depends on the nature of the work and distance from our Durham headquarters. We welcome candidates from outside the local area and in any states listed on this job posting. Onsite expectations will be discussed during the interview process.
Salary Range
At Blue Cross NC, we take great pride in a fair and equitable compensation package that reflects market-price and our starting salaries are typically planned near the middle of the range listed. Compensation decisions are driven by factors including experience and training, specialized skill sets, licensure and certifications and other business and organizational needs. Our base salary is part of a robust Total Rewards package that includes an Annual Incentive Bonus*, 401(k) with employer match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and competitive health benefits and wellness programs.
*Based on annual corporate goal achievement and individual performance.
Skills
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