Manager Product Solutions

Health Care Service Corp.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 102,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC) is seeking a seasoned leader to manage multiple strategic, cross-enterprise product implementations. You will drive development, expansion, maintenance, and operational effectiveness across the product lifecycle.

You will evaluate market trends, shape product strategy, mentor teams, and partner with senior leaders to align initiatives with business goals. Strong PM skills and SDLC understanding are essential.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple strategic, cross-enterprise implementations of varying complexity and strategic importance
• Coordinate and drive development, expansion, maintenance, and operational effectiveness of product throughout the product lifecycle
• Evaluate and develop product line innovation and strategy

Skills

Strategic planning

Project management

Product operations

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Change management

SDLC

Communication

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree (MBA)

Tools

PM tools

Job description

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

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.

Base Pay Range

$102,000.00 - $184,300.00 Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

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.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to workforce diversity and a drug-free and smoke-free workplace.

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.