Summary
 

The Strategic Account Executive (SAE) is responsible for the retention, growth, and overall strategic management of an assigned portfolio of health plan, employer group, consultant, and partner relationships. The SAE serves as the primary client advocate, ensuring successful execution of benefit programs, operational excellence, issue resolution, and long-term account strategy. This role drives client satisfaction, retention, and expansion opportunities through proactive relationship management and consultative selling of internal products and programs.

We strongly prefer experience working with health plans, Blue Cross and Blue Shield Plans, provider networks, TPAs, or employee benefits organizations. Knowledge of self-funded, fully insured, Medicare, Medicaid, or government-sponsored healthcare programs. Experience supporting multi-state employer groups, consultants, and strategic partners.

Travel Requirements

•Ability to travel up to 20% as needed to support client meetings, industry conferences, and partner engagements.

•Regular travel to client locations, consultant offices, and partner Blue Plan organizations is required.

•Occasional overnight travel may be necessary based on business needs.

Description
 

Location: This position is full-time (40-hours/week) Monday-Friday in a typical office environment. You will work an 8-hour shift scheduled during our normal business hours of 8:00AM-5:00PM. It may be necessary, given the business need to work occasional overtime. You may be required to travel between buildings. This role is located at 4101 Percival Road, Columbia, SC 29229

What You Will Do:

• Responsible for renewal and management of existing accounts. Maintains strong service relationships with clients and agents. Research/compiles presentations and sales materials as needed. Coordinates client and agent input into renewal process. Obtains client signoff on administrative service agreements.

• Responsible for renewal reporting. Gathers and analyzes data from client and/or agent to compile, approve and deliver marketing packages. Manages related communications relating to existing account renewals. Provides ongoing account management.

• Responsible for development of new account sales. May work with marketing area to execute marketing strategy for new business in assigned territory/relationship network. Compiles, approves and delivers presentations and presents proposal packages for new groups. Obtains client signoff on administrative service agreements.

To Qualify for This Position, You'll Need the Following:

• Required Education: Bachelors in a job-related field

• Degree Equivalency: 4 years job related work experience or Associate's and 2 years job related work experience

• Required Work Experience: 7 years healthcare insurance/program management, customer service, and/or technology-related industry. 2 of the 7 years must have been in direct sales and marketing role in one or more of the areas listed.

• Required Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of sales principles and techniques. Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and make sound decisions. Good judgment skills. Effective customer service, presentation, and organizational skills. Analytical or critical thinking skills. Basic business math proficiency.

• Required Software and Other Tools: Microsoft Office.

• Required Licenses and Certificates: Department of Insurance Licensure must be obtained within 60 days of hire in state employed.

Travel Requirements

• Ability to travel up to 20% as needed to support client meetings, industry conferences, and partner engagements.

• Regular travel to client locations, consultant offices, and partner Blue Plan organizations is required.

• Occasional overnight travel may be necessary based on business needs.

We Prefer That You Have:

• Experience working with health plans, Blue Cross and Blue Shield Plans, provider networks, TPAs, or employee benefits organizations.

• Knowledge of self-funded, fully insured, Medicare, Medicaid, or government-sponsored healthcare programs.

• Experience supporting multi-state employer groups, consultants, and strategic partners.

• Key Competencies

• Strategic Relationship Management

• Executive Presence

• Consultative Selling

• Client Retention & Growth

• Influence & Negotiation

• Meeting Facilitation

• Cross-Functional Leadership

• Problem Resolution

• Business Acumen

• Communication & Presentation Excellence

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes the Following:

We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible to participate in the benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment.  

• Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage

• 401k retirement savings plan with company match

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations

• Education Assistance

• Service Recognition

• National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more

What We Can Do for You:

We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

What To Expect Next:

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [email protected] or call 800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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