Sr Manager Division Strategy & Planning

At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding, fulfilling careers. Join HCSC and be part of a purpose-driven company that will invest in your professional development. **Job Summary** This position is responsible for managing the team with all divisional short-and long-term planning initiatives related to Commercial and Individual & Family Markets provider network strategy and executing the business plan. This team will lead major, complex, and strategic network initiatives from inception to completion leveraging analytics to drive financial performance outcomes. This position will manage and lead conducting analyses of Commercial and ACA competitive network and market strategy for the division. This team leader will have a strong foundational understanding of network composition and performance levers to drive network optimization and member retention strategic initiatives across the organization. **Required Job Qualifications:** + Bachelor degree and 7 years experience in health care, health insurance, or strategic consulting environment + 2 years management experience + Experience with strategic planning, strategy development, analytics and research + Experience with Retail Markets + Experience leading and mentoring staff. + Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills. + Experience with interacting successfully with senior management and staff across multiple departments. + Organizational skills, including ability to prioritize tasks. + Creativity and innovation, analysis and implementation skills and experience. + Business acumen and project/process integration skills. **Preferred Job Qualifications:** + MBA or MHA. + Health care industry experience. + Affordable Care Act knowledge. + Strong knowledge of ACA health plan strategy, provider networks, key performance indicators, financial acumen, and benefit design. + Strong knowledge of Commercial health plan strategy, provider networks, key performance indicators, financial acumen, and benefit design. + Strong executive-level communication, presentation, and writing skills. + Experience leading complex conceptual cross-functional initiatives. + Ability to articulate complex information to leadership stakeholders in a simple and straightforward manner. + Ability to proactively identify and resolve complex problems with minimal oversight. + Ability to see and understand "the big picture". + Strong desire to be part of high energy, positive, fast-paced, forward thinking, and collaborative team culture. **This is a Flex (Hybrid) role: 3 days in office; 2 days remote, (Chicago)** **Sponsorship is not available.** \#LI-SG1 \#LI-Hybrid **Are you being referred to one of our roles? If so, ask your connection at HCSC about our Employee Referral process!** **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** $100,000.00 - $180,700.00 Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. **Join our talent community and receive the latest HCSC news, content, and be first in line for new job opportunities.** **Join our Talent Community. ( 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. HCSC is committed to diversity in the workplace and to providing equal opportunity to employees and applicants. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need an accommodation or assistance in either using the Careers website or completing the application process, you can call us at 1-866-977-7378 to request reasonable accommodations. Please note that only **requests for accommodations in the application process** will be returned. All applications, including resumes, must be submitted through HCSC's Career website on-line application process. If you have general questions regarding the status of an existing application, navigate to "candidate home" to view your job submissions. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Divisions of Health Care Service Corporation, a Mutual Legal Reserve Company, and Independent Licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association © Copyright 2025 Health Care Service Corporation. All Rights Reserved.