Manager Product Solutions

HCSC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 102,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC) in Chicago, IL, seeks a senior strategist to manage multiple cross‑enterprise implementations, drive product lifecycle, evaluate innovations, and align initiatives with industry trends to ensure the successful delivery of next‑generation solutions across the organization.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years of strategic planning or 10 years in related fields, with proven leadership, budgeting, and SDLC knowledge, plus outstanding communication to partner with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 6 years’ experience in strategic planning, project management, or health care product roles.
• 10 years of experience in strategic planning, research, project management, or health care industry
• Experience managing people or projects.
• Experience implementing multi‑million dollar projects.
• Understanding of project management tools and methods.
• Financial, budgeting, and cost management experience.
• Strong communication and senior stakeholder management.
• Ability to mentor staff and manage teams.
• Experience with SDLC.
• Ability to autonomously manage complex corporate projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple cross‑enterprise implementations of varying complexity.
• Drive product lifecycle, expansion, maintenance, and operational effectiveness.
• Evaluate and develop product line innovation and strategy.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends and ensure execution of next‑generation products.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Project Management

Leadership

Budget Management

SDLC

Communication

Cross-functional Collaboration

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in Healthcare Administration or related field

Tools

PM Tools

Job description

Flex

IL - Chicago

Full time

R0055727

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 of multiple strategic, cross-enterprise implementations 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 products.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 6 years’ experience in strategic planning, research, project management, product administration, product operations or relevant health care industry OR 10 years of experience in strategic planning, research, project management, product administration, product operations or relevant health care industry

• Experience managing people or projects

• Experience implementing multi-million dollar/multiyear business and technology projects.

• Understanding of project management tools and methods.

• Financial, estimating, and budget management experience as it relates to projects, implementations, and/or operations.

• Comfortable with change, and working in a flexible and dynamic work environment.

• Presentation and group facilitation experience.

• Analytical and information synthesis skills.

• Experience managing and mentoring staff

• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills

• Experience with developing relationships and interacting successfully with senior management and staff across multiple departments

• Organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks

• Creativity and innovation, analysis and implementation skills and experience

• Business acumen and project/process integration skills

• Conflict management and resolution skills

• Understanding of / experience with the SDLC

• Ability to autonomously manage complex corporate projects, including strong organization, prioritization, problem solving and communication skills

Preferred Job Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Finance, or a related field.
• Extensive knowledge of the healthcare insurance industry, including emerging market trends, regulatory developments, product innovation, and competitive market dynamics.
• Experience leading the strategic development and management of product portfolios, including investment prioritization, portfolio optimization, and product lifecycle decisions.
• Demonstrated success developing and executing portfolio or product roadmaps aligned with organizational strategy, customer needs, and financial objectives.
• Experience evaluating portfolio performance using financial, operational, market, and customer insights to inform growth, investment, rationalization, and decommissioning decisions.
• Proven ability to influence executive leadership and drive cross-functional alignment in a matrixed organizational environment.
• Knowledge of healthcare product economics, including pricing, profitability, underwriting considerations, and business case development.

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 https://careers.hcsc.com/totalrewards .

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

$102,000.00 - $184,300.00

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

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