Senior Product Development Consultant

Company: HCSC
Location: Downers Grove
Posted on: January 13, 2022

Job Description:

BASIC FUNCTION:
This position is responsible for functioning as an internal product development consultant and project manager, to lead the Multi-Year Strategic Roadmap initiatives from ideation through development, commercialization, growth and maturity to retirement; assisting Sales and Retention Business Units in developing more complex products that address customer needs and meets company profitability and operational requirements; provide leadership and consulting services to internal areas in defining product and scope including benefits, services, pricing targets, platform and vendor relationships; and providing product expertise and advocacy in delivering presentations to internal and external customers. This position will support cross-enterprise initiatives of varying complexity and strategic importance; managing, coordinating and driving the development, expansion, maintenance, and operational effectiveness of product throughout the product lifecycle; evaluate and develop product line innovation and strategy; maintain constant awareness of industry trends; and proactively ensure the execution/implementation of the next generation of product offerings.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
*Bachelor Degree and 4 years experience in strategic planning, research, project management, product administration, product operations or relevant health care industry OR 6 years of experience in strategic planning, research, project management, product administration, product operations or relevant health care industry OR a Bachelors Degree, a Masters Degree and 3 years of experience
*Ability to interact with staff/management across multiple departments and levels
*Ability to lead and mentor other staff, as appropriate.
*General business and financial analysis skills
*Knowledge of sales and marketing techniques, marketplace and competition
*Strong analytic and information synthesis skills.
*Project management skills, including strong organization, prioritization and problem solving skills; strong oral, verbal and interpersonal communication skills; ability to accept direction and feedback
*Flexibility and responsiveness in managing multiple projects concurrently.
*Presentation and group facilitation experience.
*Initiative and persistence, with ability to meet deadlines.
*Ability to work within a team environment.
*PC proficiency to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
* Experience giving presentations
* Experience with PowerPoint
* Experience with strategic planning and/or multi-year project management
* Product experience (full life cycle)
*Demonstrated experience in developing and presenting to internal clients
*Health insurance or healthcare industry experience
*Previous responsibility of 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.

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HCSC is committed to diversity in the workplace and to providing equal opportunity and affirmative action to employees and applicants. We are an Equal Opportunity Employment / Affirmative Action employer dedicated to workforce diversity and a drug-free and smoke-free workplace. Drug screening and background investigation are required, as allowed by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Requirements:

Expertise Project Management, Marketing / E-Solutions, Market Solutions, Sales & Account Management
Job Type Full-Time Regular
Location IL - Downers Grove, OK - Tulsa, MT - Helena, TX - Richardson, IL - Chicago, IL - Springfield, IL - Naperville, NM - Albuquerque

HCSC is committed to diversity in the workplace and to providing equal opportunity and affirmative action to employees and applicants.
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