Manager - HPB Strategy

With more than 7,000 employees, we are the largest health insurance company in Michigan. We offer an exciting work environment with a diverse group of employees. Our goal is to make health insurance easier for our members. We want to transform the industry and become a resource that people can trust.

Detroit, MI

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

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Full-Time

Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package

Overview: The Manager will be part of the Strategy team responsible for shaping and driving strategies for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan&rsquo;s (BCBSM) Health Plan Business (HPB) division. As part of the HPB Strategy team, you will work closely with market-facing segments and functional areas as a strategic adviser and partner on near-term and long-term divisional priorities and strategies (e.g., segment and functional area-specific efforts, cross-divisional initiatives, and division-led enterprise-wide efforts). Key activities include leveraging business frameworks to structure nebulous concepts, synthesizing external perspectives, identifying key opportunities, performing quantitative/qualitative analysis, and framing strategic options and recommendations. In addition, you will work with the Director and Senior Director of HPB Strategy in leading and supporting the division&rsquo;s strategic planning process and its key strategic forums/discussions, gaining exposure to the most important priorities of the business.
Responsibilities: <ul> <li><span style="font-size: small;">Responsible for planning, organizing and managing an assigned business unit.&nbsp; <br /></span></li> <li><span style="font-size: small;">Operate within broad objectives to ensure optimum utilization of resources; adapt business unit plans and priorities to address resource and operational challenges. <br /></span></li> <li><span style="font-size: small;">Evaluate policies, procedures and business unit goals to make decisions and solve problems.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: small;">Manage activities of a department including, but not limited to planning, problem-solving, staff development and communication.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: small;">Manage the evaluation of new and existing business processes to identify areas of opportunity and execute on business unit objectives, supporting continuous improvement.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: small;">Lead, direct, evaluate and develop the work of assigned employees.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: small;">Responsible for special projects, programs, and initiatives to ensure the successful delivery of business outcomes.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: small;">Provide effective and efficient solutions to complex business problems</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: small;">Ensure that day to day business unit operations align with organizational objectives.</span></li> </ul>
Requirements: <ul> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Bachelor's Degree in related field required. MBA or other advanced degree (e.g., MHA, MHSA) is preferred.</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Professional services (e.g., consulting, investment banking) or corporate strategy experience is preferred.</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Five (5) years of experience in a related field is required.</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Previous experience leading projects and/or teams is required.</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Three (3) years or more of healthcare or insurance plan experience preferred.</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Innovative and forward thinking with ability to envision multiple future state scenarios.</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Ability to leverage business frameworks to structure nebulous concepts and opportunities.</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Strong written and oral communication skills with confidence and ability to interact effectively with senior leaders.</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively &ndash; both verbally and in writing.</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Comfort with uncertainty.</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Ability to manage multiple competing priorities.</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Project management and organizational skills.</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Ability to work under general direction.</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Ability to work effectively in a team environment.</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Ability to effectively lead, coach and develop team members.</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Working knowledge of corporate organizational structures, including functional responsibilities.</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Ability to solve practical problems and deal with moving variables in situations with limited standardization and alignment.</span></div> </li> <li> <div><span style="font-size: small;">Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.</span></div> </li> </ul>