Strategy Partner

Highmark Inc.

This job works on/leads key strategic initiatives for the Organization. The incumbent plays different potential roles on a given project, to include elements of project leadership, problem-solving, data analytics, team development, communication, implementation, and project management. The incumbent often plays a central role in the development and execution of the strategy for a given initiative. Works on multiple projects and get exposure to all parts of the Organization, and will play a supportive role in planning, communicating, and managing the enterprise strategy.

• Lead or support key strategic initiatives across Enterprise. Role will vary depending on initiative, but will include elements of team leadership, problem-solving, data analysis, project management, communication, and implementation support. Will participate on a portfolio of projects.
• Participate in the development of strategic plans for the Enterprise and the key business units of the Enterprise.
• Support the team in identifying, clarifying, and resolving complex issues critical to the success of the initiative.
• Support the identification of initiative impacts with other strategic initiatives to ensure alignment of the overall strategy.
• Help develop standard analytics and processes to use in leading various strategic initiatives.
• Play a role in shaping the culture and skill set of the organization.
• Other duties as assigned or requested.

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, or related field, or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree.

• Master’s Degree in Business, or related field.

• 5 years of experience in Strategic Planning or related work experience in Business or Healthcare or equivalent combination of experience and education
• 2 years of consulting experience (external or internal) or equivalent combination of experience and education

• 6 years of experience in payer, hospital system, or care delivery industry
• Experience influencing change in complex organizational systems

• Ability to solve complex conceptual and operational problems; potential ability to lead teams in problem-solving exercises
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills
• Demonstrated influencing, and teamwork skills
• Basic project management skills
• Focus on impacts to the customer of decisions rendered
• Proactive in driving change and continuous improvement
• Strong emotional intelligence, with servant leadership mindset
• Commitment to development of others and self

• None

• 0% - 25%

• Office-based

• Occasionally

• Rarely

• Never

• Yes

• Constantly

• Occasionally

• Never

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