Independence Blue Cross · 4 months ago
Director Medicare Sales (Group)
Independence Blue Cross is seeking a Director Medicare Sales to effectively direct and manage the activities of the Medicare group retiree business. This role involves overseeing the development and implementation of sales and retention strategies while ensuring the team meets strategic goals and maintains strong internal and external relationships.
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Responsibilities
Oversee the development, implementation and active monitoring of sales and/or retention strategies for Medicare
Executes and meets all sales goals and strategic initiatives within the unit
Ensures each member of the team understands and embraces the goals and initiatives
Builds and manages internal and external relationships according to strategy and goals
Directs the area’s service responsibilities to ensure that the quality of the services being offered is in line with IBC’s overall strategy
Oversees and reviews all data submitted for the Sales Incentive program
Selects and develops staff, including coaching, counseling and directing to staff to promote efficiency and increase productivity and motivation. Works closely with the management team to encourage problem solving and the development of professional skills
Directs cross-functional partners and sales team to ensure all tracking and reporting needed to drive business performance is in place
Develops sales pipeline to achieve year-over-year growth targets
Partners closely with Sales peers across the organization to ensure success
Represent the sales needs at interdepartmental meetings and committees
Works with leadership to facilitate working relationships and accountabilities which achieve goals
Ensures processes and procedures are documented
Responsible for maintaining department budget. Prepare and submit budget for senior management review. Administer functional operations in accordance with budgeted goals and plans
Performs other duties and special projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required or equivalent work experience in related field
Minimum of 10 years' progressive Medicare experience with at least 5+ years managing sales channels
Previous experience managing and motivating a staff to high levels of productivity required
Demonstrated track record in achieving sales goals
Self-motivated, highly organized and detail oriented as well as above average problem solving, and analytical skills required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain strong working and business relationships
Demonstrated ability to manage projects and customer expectations to a successful conclusion is essential
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Active PA license in Health and Accident insurance
Candidates must have a valid driver's license and current auto insurance
Position requires travel
Must have an Android or iOS device which is compatible with the free Microsoft Authenticator app
Preferred
master's degree preferred
Company
Independence Blue Cross
The leading health insurer in southeastern Pennsylvania. It is a sub-organization of Independence Blue Cross.
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