Executive Director, Product Management

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.

This position is responsible for the overall success and management of a specified product or products. It is the primary brand owner or business owner and is accountable for the viability and visibility of the assigned product(s). The role develops product management strategies from inception to launch, working with senior leaders and subject matter experts throughout the enterprise to ensure effective strategies, sales plans, business case execution, and implementation strategies of existing products.

• Provide leadership direction to drive implementation of product strategy, assuming the role of Product Strategist.
• Plan and evaluate product line innovation and strategy for existing products.
• Provide strategic focus and information to Plan Experts by maintaining constant awareness of industry trends and proactively recommending next‑generation products.
• Interact with diverse audiences to identify, validate, and resolve business needs across multiple segments and organizational levels.
• Evaluate current and potential market, product, and brand positions for the Enterprise product portfolio and service areas based on product reporting, analytics, and competitive market research.
• Lead ongoing monitoring and analysis of product line results and enterprise‑wide activities to ensure corporate sales and retention goals are supported by product development activities.
• Manage product line to ensure strategic initiatives are integrated and supported across the enterprise.
• Provide leadership to capitalize on enterprise knowledge, functionality, and processes.
• Lead multifunctional team that supports strategy, product management, and product development (of existing products), and aid problem solving.
• Coordinate vendor capability solutions to address product business needs.
• Support and guide enterprise‑wide product administration, including local product administration, new product implementation, and installation.
• Prepare and manage budget, ensuring expenses stay within limits.
• Communicate and interact professionally with co‑workers, management, customers, etc.
• Comply with HIPAA, Diversity Principles, Corporate Integrity, Compliance Program policies and other applicable corporate and departmental policies.
• Maintain complete confidentiality of company business.
• Maintain communication with management regarding developments within areas of assigned responsibilities and perform special projects as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Health Administration and 15 years experience in health care, health insurance, or strategic consulting, or 19 years experience in the same fields.
• 7 years management experience.
• Experience with enterprise‑wide project coordination, project management, facilitation, presentation, and leadership.
• Knowledge of field sales operations and business strategies in the insurance industry.
• Experience with budget management, including managing outside consultants.
• Experience leading and mentoring staff.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience interacting successfully with senior management and staff across multiple departments.
• Organizational skills, including ability to prioritize tasks.
• Creativity, innovation, analysis, and implementation skills.
• Business acumen and project/process integration skills.
• Overseeing the annual budget and allocating resources for various projects and operational needs.
• Translating needs and initiatives into compelling business cases.
• Conducting cost‑benefit analyses to justify investments and ensure ROI.

Hybrid role in Chicago: 3 days per week.

Compensation: $ - $. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

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.

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