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The hiring range for this role is: &nbsp;$92,086.00 - $129,145.00This is the lowest to highest salary we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.&nbsp; We may ultimately pay more or less than the hiring range andthis hiringrange may also be modified in the future. A candidate’s position within the hiring range may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs.&nbsp;This job is also eligible for annual bonusincentivepay.We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, 11 holiday medical/dental/vision insurance, generous 401(k) matching, lifestyle spending account and many other benefits to eligible employees.Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.Senior Consultants in the Corporate Strategy area are responsible for leading and managing small to mid-size projects and portions of larger projects addressing critical strategic issues for the Blue System. Senior Consultants are responsible for applying analytical rigor (e.g., data collection and analysis) and executing primary and secondary research including BCBS Plan input. The Senior Consultant will need to identify actionable insights and share with non-technical audiences, including senior leadership. The role also requires attention to detail, collaboration and project management. He/she/they will communicate up, down and around to keep business partners engaged and motivated to act on strategic insights. Senior Consultants also coach and mentor junior staff.Conduct primary/secondary research, synthesize findings, and identify strategic recommendations. Support strategic planning including BCBS Plan engagement. Project lead for mid-size projects and portions of larger projects Provide coaching and oversight to junior staff Develop executive deliverables and present findings to inform and influence key decision makers. Build relationships across BCBSA and foster collaboration.Education Bachelor's Degree in related discipline Certifications Experience A minimum of 3 years related business experience. Experience with business/product strategy development and application of analytical methods Strong project lead skills and demonstrated experience in preparing work plans leading small to mid-sized projects and portions of larger projects. Skills Competency to generate actionable insights from analytical work. Demonstrated ability to make presentations to internal staff members and broader audiences as appropriate. Strong relationship building and influence skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently. Strong record of academic and professional achievement Familiarity with health insurance industry and concepts highly desirable Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills to lead hypothesis development and integration. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including strong facilitation and presentation skills. Strong oral and written communication skills Mentoring skills: ability to mentor junior staff and aid in career development. People Management No#LI-Hybrid

Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

Sr Consultant Corporate (healthcare) Strategy

The hiring range for this role is: &nbsp;$78,638.00 - $110,285.00This is the lowest to highest salary we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.&nbsp; We may ultimately pay more or less than the hiring range andthis hiringrange may also be modified in the future. A candidate’s position within the hiring range may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs.&nbsp;This job is also eligible for annual bonusincentivepay.We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, 11 holiday medical/dental/vision insurance, generous 401(k) matching, lifestyle spending account and many other benefits to eligible employees.Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.Job Description Summary The Consultant, Events is responsible for extensive event programming in Cvent, management of various event requests, reporting and reconciling of data, and maintaining various customer support inboxes. The role will collaborate closely with all members of the events team to successfully support events others are managing as well. The role will also work with stakeholders across the company to support their event registration requests. This position is critical to the overall success of the events team.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Event Technology. Adapt current event technology (Cvent) and evaluate future needs for BCBSA events use case as relevant. Act as internal Cvent coordinator, attending monthly Cvent update meetings, implementing changes, training the events team on enhancements, and regularly sharing highlights with team. Maintain Cvent reference documentation for ease of use across the team/company. Program, proof, and work with internal stakeholders to finalize Cvent attendee and sponsor registration paths for events across BCBSA. Program, proof and finalize Cvent event websites, attendee hub sites, and mobile apps for various events throughout the year. Program, proof, finalize, and track emails sent via Cvent. Upload and sort appropriate distribution lists for emails. Develop, deploy and report results of surveys via Cvent. Develop, deploy and maintain event mobile apps and virtual attendee hub Conference and Event Management. Manage sourcing and logistics for smaller events, dinners and activities. Manage RFP process, select venue and negotiate a contract with optimal cost savings and minimal risk. Manage AV, F&amp;B, hotel room block and all logistical components of the program. Travel to programs when necessary and provide onsite management. Close-out program, including survey reports, executive summary, final invoicing, and financial review. Manage restaurant contracts and payments for large group dinners Administrative and Financial. Manage procurement process for events team including submitting purchase requisitions, requesting purchase orders, setting up vendors and monitoring the process for all event needs. Monitor corporate travel management and conferences customer support inboxes and respond to inquiries in a timely manner. Track and report events-related items and processes. Manage meetings credit card account for the team, tracking expenses and submitting monthly statements and backup documentation for payment. Run and submit monthly financial report. Reconcile and track Cvent contract invoicesRequired Education, Certifications and Experience<ul><li>Bachelors Degree</li><li>Experience in meeting planning and event management</li><li>Experience working with event technology software</li><li>Project management experience</li><li>Experience using Cvent for meeting planning</li><li>Microsoft Office proficiency to include Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook</li><li>Understanding of databases; technologically savvy</li><li>Comfortable with new software applications, ability to learn new products quickly</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li><li>Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize and multitask</li><li>Strong judgment and independent problem-solving and decision-making skills</li><li>Strong time management capabilities</li><li>Ability to work both independently and as part of a team</li></ul>Preferred Education, Certifications and Experience<ul><li>CMP - Certified Meeting Professional</li></ul>People Management No#LI_HYBRID

Consultant, Events

Job Description Summary The Sr. Consultant, Events is responsible for management of conferences and events at Blue Cross Blue Shield Association including but not limited to timelines, finances, stakeholders, contracts, and event technology for internal, external, hybrid, and virtual meetings. The role will collaborate with internal stakeholders in addition to managing the RFP process, negotiating contracts, planning, and executing logistics, facilitating agenda development, and managing budgets.Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Conference &amp; Event Management:<ul><li>Serve as the main point of contact to the content business area for assigned programs</li><li>Create and maintain the roles &amp; responsibilities, project plan, financials, staffing plan, event specs, and all other aspects for assigned programs</li><li>Manage vendor relationships including contract negotiation, preferred rates, and post-event evaluations and close-out. May include hotels and convention and visitor bureaus</li><li>Manage day-to-day activities for the assigned programs, including vendor management, professional services, contracts, and communications to the project teams</li><li>Utilize Cvent to manage RFP creation, review and awarding of a location</li><li>Lead weekly program-specific team meetings with the internal team and the business area teams</li><li>Coordinate registration website set-up and review and evaluate relevant technology for current and future needs</li><li>Create and manage marketing messages, including website copy, promotional emails, survey copy, and any onsite communications</li><li>Speaker management, including acquisition, contracting, presentation review, and day-of management</li><li>Onsite logistics management, including main point of contact for onsite activation, overall specs, F&amp;B, A/V, attendee flow, session/break/meal timing, and all other details for assigned programs</li><li>Close-out of program, including survey reports, executive summary, scorecards, certificate distribution, and financial review</li><li>Collaborate with sponsorship team to integrate sponsorship when appropriate</li><li>Create and maintain databases and contact lists related to assigned programs</li><li>Serve as main point of contact for internal partners including Legal, Communications, and Corporate Travel on issues related to event planning, execution, and follow-up</li></ul>Research and Education:<ul><li>Research relevant industry information to present findings and make recommendations for BCBSA in meeting procedures that incorporate changing best practices and the current environment</li><li>Ensure that conference and event planning follows practices and protocols identified and described by the BCBSA corporate DEI initiatives</li></ul>Required Education, Certifications and Experience<ul><li>Bachelors Degree</li><li>8+ years in a meeting management role overseeing large and/or complex meetings and conferences·</li><li>Experience with project management to include budget oversight· Deep experience with contract negotiations·</li><li>Established relationships in the meetings industry with strong knowledge of first tier cities in the US·</li><li>Experience with virtual and hybrid meeting planning and execution.</li><li>Experience managing stakeholder expectations at all levels.</li><li>Microsoft Office proficiency to include Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.</li><li>Comfortable with new software applications, ability to learn new products quickly.</li><li>Strong organization skills with ability to prioritize responsibilities.</li><li>Strong time management capabilities.</li><li>Fluidity to pivot as needed; change is inevitable.</li><li>Strong communication capabilities.</li><li>Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.</li><li>Strong contract negotiation skills.</li><li>Ability to think on your feet and make quick strategic decisions in the face of chaos.</li><li>Critical thinking skills</li><li>Ability and comfort in making informed recommendations to leadership and other stakeholders.</li></ul>Preferred Education, Certifications and Experience<ul><li>10+ years in a meeting management role overseeing large and/or complex meetings and conferences.</li><li>Proficient knowledge of virtual and hybrid meeting needs.</li><li>Knowledge of the health care industry in general and knowledge of/experience with the Blues system.</li><li>CMP – Certified Meeting Professional</li><li>FAHM – Fellowship, Academy of Healthcare Management</li><li>CMM – Certification in Meeting Management</li><li>VEMM – Certification in Virtual Event Meeting Management</li></ul> People Management No #LI-Hybrid

Senior Consultant, Events

Job Description Summary The Consultant, GPO leads smaller projects and portions of larger projects to help develop strategic contracting opportunities to improve the competitive position of the Blue System and assists in the economic and financial analysis of these opportunities. Through market research, data collection and analysis, risk evaluation, team interaction and project management the consultant is responsible for assisting in structuring supplier relationships which provide strategic and tactical solutions for Blue Plans and the Blue System. The emphasis is placed on category/contract ownership, sourcing and negotiating with suppliers to maximize the value for Blue Plans.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Grows the category assigned both through the addition of new national agreements, agreement expansion and Blue Plan adoption/utilization. Responsible for the day-to-day management of contracts assigned. Organizes and synthesizes financial data and other information to identify and communicate key findings. Maintains financial viability and takes ownership of category. Prepares reports, written materials, spreadsheets, promotional materials and presentations to support the work within categories assigned. Engages Plans and suppliers regularly through 1:1 communications, meetings, presentations, webinars, etc. Conducts market research to validate category performance, identifies trends/new opportunities and is a subject matter expert within the category. Interacts with key stakeholders and external suppliers to lead in collecting information, conducting surveys and exploring potential opportunities within assigned category. Conducts RFx for assigned categories.Required Education, Certifications and Experience<ul><li>Bachelor degree in related discipline (Supply Chain Management, Finance, Economics, Business Administration).</li><li>Minimum of three years related business experience.</li><li>Three years experience in sourcing or any related function.</li><li>Experience managing projects.</li><li>Experience creating reports/project management plans to track category progress and financial tracking.</li><li>Experience engaging key stakeholders and leadership.</li><li>Experience creating presentations, draft articles to further marketing initiatives.</li><li>Experience engaging various industry suppliers.</li><li>Experience serving as a category subject matter expert.</li><li>Demonstrate ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned categories.</li><li>Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills.</li></ul>Preferred Education, Certifications and Experience<ul><li>Strong project management skills.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).</li></ul> People Management No

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