Business Development Director

Location:This is a full-time position working (40-hours/week) Monday-Friday. 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 overtime. You may be required to travel between buildings. This role is remote.

What You Will Do:

• Identifies and qualifies new business opportunities/partnerships for winning new and retaining existing business.
• Develops, implements, and executes sales strategies and plans.
• Monitors the market to recognize market trends and competitor strategies/outlook. Researches and analyzes the value of products and services and makes adjustments to keep in line with market.
• Develops, guides, and/or directs staff and ensures excellent customer service is given to employees, customers, management, etc. Monitors department performance and productivity. May develop policies and procedures and communicates any changes or updates to staff. Ensures quality standards are met and identifies training needs of staff.

To Qualify for This Position, You Will Need The Following:

• Required Education: Bachelor's Degree or 4 years business and/or product development, marketing, or sales experience within the insurance or health care related environment.
• Required Work Experience:8 years business and/or product development, marketing, or sales experience within the insurance or health care related environment. 3 years previous management or supervisory experience or equivalent military experience in grade E4 or above (may be concurrent with the 8 years).
• Required Skills and Abilities: Strong knowledge of marketing and/or sales principles, techniques and the marketplace. Proven ability to organize and manage multiple priorities. Knowledge of competitive practices in the marketplace. Strong analytical, critical thinking, and presentation skills. Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and make sound decisions. Ability to persuade, negotiate, or influence others. Ability to direct, motivate, and assess performance of others.
• Required Software and Other Tools: Microsoft Office.

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

• Wellness program and healthy lifestyle premium discount

• Tuition assistance

• Service recognition

• Employee Assistance

• Discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more

What We Can Do For You: (Standard, unless otherwise directed)

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 your meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. If the qualifications required proof of semester hours, please attach your transcript to your application.

We participate in E-Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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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 minorities, females, disabled individuals and 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 physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail mycareer.help@bcbssc.com or call 1-800-288-2227, 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.