Partner Plan Manager - Hybrid, Columbia, SC

Logistics: National Alliance

Location: This position is full-time (40-hours/week) Monday-Friday in a typical office environment. You will work an 8-hour shift scheduled during our normal business hours of 8:00AM-5:00PM. It may be necessary, given the business need to work occasional overtime. You may be required to travel between buildings. This role is located at 4101 Percival Road, Columbia, SC 29229.

What You Will Do:

• Communicate effectively with Partner Plans managing mutual goals and objectives.
• Assess and implements resource and training needs for Partner Plan staff.
• Establish and maintain a highly visible field presence with staff to ensure staff and plan success
• Monitor marketplace regularly to identify trends in sales, competitors, BlueCross BlueShield Association initiatives and product design.
• Send/share data to senior management and Partner Plans for review on a regular basis.
• Establish and maintain positive Partner Plan distribution channel relations.
• Manage working relationship with Partner Plans including legal, policy and procedures and issue resolution.
• Coordinate ongoing Partner Plan Meetings including but not to Executive Oversight or Steering Meeting, Quarterly and/or Semiannual Account Management Oversight, etc.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with staff and management regarding information pertinent to successful achievement of goals.
• Monitor performance metrics and distributes to Partner Plans.
• Completes all reporting requirements as outlined by senior management within specified time periods.

To Qualify For This Position, You'll Need The Following:

• Required Education: Bachelor's
• Required Work Experience: 6 years sales experience including 1 year lead or supervisory experience or equivalent military experience in grade E4 or above
• Required Skills and Abilities: Comprehensive knowledge of products, procedures, systems, marketing and National Alliance. Basic understanding of enrollment/underwriting guidelines. Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and make sound decisions. Excellent judgment skills. Strong customer service, organizational, presentation skills with proven ability to manage projects/work teams. Proficiency in spelling, punctuation, and grammar skills. Analytical or critical thinking skills. Ability to persuade, negotiate, or influence others. Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion. Ability to direct, motivate, and assess performance of others.
• Required Software and Tools: Ability to use standard office equipment. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, or other word processing/spreadsheet software.
• Required Licenses and Certificates: Current South Carolina Department of Insurance License or the ability to acquire within 4 months of date hired.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes The Following:

We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible to participate in the benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment. *

• Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match
• Life Insurance * Paid Time Off (PTO)
• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
• Education Assistance
• Service Recognition
• National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more

What We Can Do for You: (Standard, unless otherwise directed)

We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

What To Expect Next: (Standard, unless otherwise instructed during intake) After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements.

We participate in E-Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains Affirmative Action programs to promote employment opportunities for minorities, females, disabled individuals and veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail mycareer.help@bcbssc.com or call 1-800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.