Strategic Implementation Lead - Healthcare

Horizon-Blue-Cross-Blue-Shield-of-New-Jersey; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 98,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement Plans

Generous PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Paid Volunteer Time Off

Job summary

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey is seeking an experienced program management leader to accelerate strategic initiatives across the department. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, oversee project delivery, and drive change management efforts to achieve milestones and measurable results.

In this role you will partner with business and technology teams, facilitate executive communications, and ensure alignment with organizational priorities while maintaining confidentiality and

Qualifications

• Requires minimum 7 years professional experience.
• Healthcare experience preferred (3+ years).
• PMP certification desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight for strategic projects, ensuring alignment with milestones and metrics.
• Lead cross-functional implementation and operational readiness across business, technology, and operations.
• Coordinate stakeholders, manage communications, and drive ad hoc issue resolution.
• Lead change management initiatives and program implementation on behalf of department leadership.
• Track progress, report deviations, and propose remediations to leadership.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic planning

Change management

Stakeholder engagement

Healthcare industry experience

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey is seeking an experienced program management leader to accelerate strategic initiatives across the department. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, oversee project delivery, and drive change management efforts to achieve milestones and measurable results.

In this role you will partner with business and technology teams, facilitate executive communications, and ensure alignment with organizational priorities while maintaining confidentiality and