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<h3>Job Description:</h3><h3>Planning Consultant</h3>As a Planning Consultant, you will provide a world-class planning experience, uncover opportunities to deepen client relationships through consolidation of assets, referrals, and plan implementations, and develop an engagement strategy that supports each client’s unique planning needs. Through your integrity and adoption of Fidelity’s client commitment standards, we know you will inspire client dedication with the goal of developing lifetime relationships with Fidelity.<h3>The Expertise We’re Looking For</h3><ul><li>FINRA Series 7 &amp; 63 licensed; Series 65 or 66 licensed and appropriate state registrations OR ability to acquire series 65/66 upon hire</li><li>Financial services experience preferably in financial planning</li><li>Degree and/or other professional certifications such as CFP are helpful; if you don’t already have a CFP or degree, our Tuition Reimbursement program can help you obtain one</li></ul><h3>The Purpose of Your Role</h3>The Planning Consultant works alongside Financial Consultants and/or Wealth Planners in a financial planning capacity. Through your knowledge and your ability to build relationships, you will effectively profile, navigate and present the output of our guidance tools, leading to an in-depth discussion around our planning concepts. This will lead you to uncover additional planning opportunities in which you will partner with the adviser to develop further. This partnership will allow the team to further meet the needs of our clients. You will see your impact on the business and have rewarding interactions with clients every single day!<h3>The Skills You Bring</h3><ul><li>Thorough understanding of financial planning concepts to help clients build effective financial plans for them and their families.</li><li>Ability to profile to understand planning needs and identify appropriate solutions</li><li>You have a vested interest in building relationships and being an advocate for clients</li><li>You are motivated toward success, willing to demonstrate ownership, and committed to achieving meaningful goals</li><li>Comfort making outbound telephone calls to further educate clients and find opportunities to add value to the relationship</li></ul><h3>Our Investments in You</h3>Fidelity’s greatest advantage is our people, and we believe it is important to approach life holistically. We offer a competitive total rewards package, including a stable base salary, to recognize associate achievements. And our benefit programs are designed to help you and your family strike the right balance. We offer training in-branch, regionally, nationally, and virtually to help you with all aspects of your business. You will not fail due to a lack of training or onboarding!<h3>The Value You Deliver</h3><ul><li>Conducting joint appointments with clients, focused on consultations through Fidelity’s guidance offering</li><li>Educating and planning with clients to uncover opportunities that will lead to the client’s success</li><li>Creating and maintaining an organized client contact strategy, including engaging business partners, and using tools such as Salesforce</li><li>Building long-lasting, meaningful relationships with clients</li><li>Mentoring and supporting the success of your peers</li></ul>The base salary range for this position is $60,000 - $100,000 per year. Placement in the range will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.Base salary is only part of the total compensation package. Depending on the position and eligibility requirements, the offer package may also include bonus or other variable compensation. We offer a wide range of <a href="https://jobs.fidelity.com/benefits/" target="_blank">benefits</a> to meet your evolving needs and help you live your best life at work and at home. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support, market-leading retirement, generous paid time off and parental leave, charitable giving employee match program, and educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career. Note, the application window closes when the position is filled or unposted.Fidelity’s hybrid working model blends the best of both onsite and offsite work experiences. Working onsite is important for our business strategy and our culture. We also value the benefits that working offsite offers associates. Most hybrid roles require associates to work onsite every other week (all business days, M-F) in a Fidelity office.<h3>Certifications:</h3>Series 07 - FINRA, Series 63 - FINRA, Series 66 - FINRA<h3>Category:</h3>Relationship Management

Fidelity Investments

Planning Consultant - Highland Park, IL

<h3>Job Description:</h3><h3>Investment Consultant</h3>You joined the financial services industry to make a difference in the lives of your clients. At Fidelity, we have a relentless commitment to our clients. Come join a firm that is a stable industry leader where we focus on the importance of communicating to connect and not just communicating to transact. We empower professional flexibility, growth, and support thus enabling long-term success for you and our clients.<h3>The Purpose of Your Role</h3>Working in our Investor Center, you will develop customized financial plans through a wide range of products and services using your sound judgment, keen knowledge of products, and Fidelity‘s planning tools. Instead of spending your time sourcing new customers, you will engage with existing clients and warm leads, which will allow your focus to remain where it matters most: providing investment solutions and growing relationships with a dedicated local advisor.<h3>The Expertise We’re Looking For</h3><ul><li>Effectively utilizing Fidelity’s guidance tools, you engage in financial planning discussions by presenting solutions and service offerings that best meet client needs</li><li>Leveraging technology, you can prepare for and conduct efficient one-on-one appointments to make the best use of the client’s time, as well as plan for post-appointment follow-up</li><li>Growing relationships through proactive outreach, you seek to understand clients’ goals and objectives and refer them to a wealth management partner based on needs and financial complexity</li><li>Series 7 &amp; 63 licensed; Series 65 or 66 and appropriate state registrations preferred, OR ability to acquire quickly upon hire</li><li>Degree and/or other professional certifications such as a CFP are helpful; if you don’t already have a CFP or degree, our Tuition Reimbursement program can help you obtain one!</li></ul><h3>The Skills You Bring</h3><ul><li>You have a comprehensive understanding of various investment solutions, and can educate customers on the values and differences of each</li><li>Your interpersonal skills and ability to grow relationships are exemplary; you take initiative and exceed expectations</li><li>You have outstanding communication and consultative skills, and you thrive in a fast-paced work environment</li></ul><h3>Our Investments in You</h3>Fidelity’s greatest advantage is our people, and we believe it is important to approach life holistically. We offer a competitive total rewards package, including a stable base salary, to recognize associate achievements. And our benefit programs are designed to help you and your family strike the right balance. We offer training in-branch, regionally, nationally, and virtually to help you with all aspects of your business. You will not fail due to a lack of training or onboarding!<h3>The Value You Deliver</h3>In this role you will work directly with clients to help them make investment decisions that are in their best interest. By effectively navigating Fidelity’s planning and guidance tools, presenting and implementing solutions that best meet the client’s needs, you will have a lasting impact on the client’s financial future. Please note this role requires in-person attendance in the assigned Branch location.The base salary range for this position is $56,000 - $72,000 per year. Placement in the range will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.Base salary is only part of the total compensation package. Depending on the position and eligibility requirements, the offer package may also include bonus or other variable compensation. We offer a wide range of <a href="https://jobs.fidelity.com/benefits/" target="_blank">benefits</a> to meet your evolving needs and help you live your best life at work and at home. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support, market-leading retirement, generous paid time off and parental leave, charitable giving employee match program, and educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career. Note, the application window closes when the position is filled or unposted.Fidelity’s hybrid working model blends the best of both onsite and offsite work experiences. Working onsite is important for our business strategy and our culture. We also value the benefits that working offsite offers associates. Most hybrid roles require associates to work onsite every other week (all business days, M-F) in a Fidelity office.<h3>Certifications:</h3>Series 07 - FINRA, Series 63 - FINRA, Series 66 - FINRA<h3>Category:</h3>Sales

Investment Consultant - Highland Park, IL

The hiring range for this role is: &nbsp;67,240.00 - 94,300.00This is the lowest to highest salary we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.&nbsp; We may ultimately pay more or less than the hiring range andthis hiringrange may also be modified in the future. A candidate’s position within the hiring range may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs.&nbsp;This job is also eligible for annual bonusincentivepay.We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, 11 holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, generous 401(k) matching, lifestyle spending account and many other benefits to eligible employees.Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.Job Description Summary: The Brand, Business and Legal team leads integration and implementation for high cross-functional system initiatives with significant impact on BCBSA and BCBS Plans (i.e. Brand use, supporting business growth, strategic analysis). Manages and collaborates with team managers on operations and develops internal and Plan-facing deliverables for team and business clients. Supports evaluation, development, and implementation of insights, permissions, and guidelines across teams for strategic initiatives and annual goals.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Primary Job Functions<ul><li>Manage and collaborate with team managers on operations such as project trackers, timelines, status reports, meeting agendas, internal workstream communications (e.g., Teams channel, Sharepoint) and reports for priority initiatives with minimal oversight, including occasional support for workgroup meetings.</li><li>Assists with supporting and synthesizing secondary research and reports; provide support for primary research.</li><li>Develops with manger and reviews deliverables including illustrations and tools to demonstrate scenarios and best practices, and to inform initiatives for cross-functional teams, workgroups, and business clients.</li><li>Support Legal and Contracting team by assisting with administrative preparation and review of key contractual documents including Data Use Agreements, NDAs.</li><li>Fosters engagement across all key stakeholders, including supporting requests and gaining alignment within the department and cross-functionally.</li></ul>Required Education, Certifications and Experience:Education<ul><li>Required: Bachelors degree in finance, business administration, or related major</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>Required: A minimum of 4 years' related business experience.</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities<ul><li>Secondary Research &amp; Analysis: Experience in conducting secondary research and delivering findings/recommendations professionally.</li><li>Desirable Background: Previous roles in corporate development, strategy, or consulting firms.</li><li>Project Management &amp; Organization: Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple initiatives.</li><li>Communication &amp; Relationship Building: Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.</li><li>Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills, capable of working independently and managing competing demands.</li><li>Healthcare &amp; Technology Enthusiasm: Interest in healthcare innovation and consumer technology trends, with desirable industry knowledge.</li><li>Stakeholder Communication: Proven ability to design and implement tools, templates, and processes for effective stakeholder communication.</li><li>Business Acumen: Strong business acumen and organizational skills.</li><li>Microsoft Office Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.</li></ul>#LI_HYBRID

Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

Operations and Legal Associate Consultant

<h3>Job Description:</h3>Financial Services Representative Have a passion for helping people? Join our team of Financial Services Representative where you’ll have dedicated time to focus on growth and career development, while you support our customers taking inbound calls while preparing for a future as the official face of Fidelity in our Investor Centers. Supercharge your early planning and advice career at Fidelity with paid training to help you get your Series 7 &amp; 66 licenses, personalized support, knowledgeable career guides, and celebration of your achievements, while building skills and experiences. During your onboarding experience in this role, you’ll support Fidelity’s customers over the phone by answering questions about account balances, making withdrawals, transferring funds, identifying resources, and placing trades, while working from home and spending one day per week in the Investor Center. Upon completion of this onboarding experience, you will work in the Investor Center on a daily basis.What to expect…In your first year as a new Financial Services Representatives, your onboarding leader will support you as you navigate our Industry leading training program, working at home and in an Investor Center.<ul><li>Obtain Licenses: Become a FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority) Registered Representative by studying for and obtaining your SIE, Series 7 Top Off and Series 66 licenses, fully paid for and sponsored by Fidelity. This includes paid, on-the-job study time 4 days a week, support from licensing coaches, group and individualized study plans, and review classes. This role requires successful completion of all exams.</li><li>Build and Solidify Skills: You’ll continue to spend four days a week working from home and one day a week in an Investor Center, where you’ll support customers with increasing complexity to develop and hone your skills. You’ll have dedicated time each week to develop new skills and to connect and refuel by networking with colleagues, taking online classes, and more! Once you complete this training journey, you’ll transition to working fully on-site in an Investor Center. Depending on business need, you might spend more time working remotely supporting inbound phone customers before you transition to an Investor Center.</li><li>Discover Success: You’ll gain confidence and develop proficiency serving customers as you join the wealth management development track and will spend time building advanced skills that will further develop your career in planning.</li></ul>Advantages of our career development experience…<ul><li>You are supported. We provide all the training you need to develop the skills needed to service customers and study for your FINRA licensing exams! You don’t need a finance background or college degree to succeed in this role.</li><li>You are celebrated. Your achievements will be recognized and celebrated as you progress through this career development experience on your way to your first promotion.</li><li>You are growing. From day one you’ll have the support and structure to plan for your future at Fidelity. The career coaching you will receive will help you understand the array of career opportunities at Fidelity and chart a course to help you grow in a personalized career path.</li><li>You get variety. You’ll have dedicated time to focus on development activities and doing work that goes beyond supporting customer needs, while building the unique skills you’ll need as you prepare to be in the Investor Center each day.</li></ul>The expertise we’re looking for…<ul><li>High energy and enthusiasm with a natural passion for helping people</li><li>Flexibility and self-motivation</li><li>Experience in customer service (phone or in-person) and an ability to thrive face to face with clients in a fast-paced environment</li></ul>The Skills You Bring<ul><li>Eagerness to learn and build a career in financial services</li><li>Ability to deliver an outstanding customer experience</li><li>Superb interpersonal skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks at once</li><li>Coachability, collaboration and curiosity will fuel your success</li></ul>Our Investments in YouOur benefit programs are crafted to help you and your loved ones strike the perfect balance. Here are a few featured benefits (not all benefits are listed): Maternal and Parental Leave, Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Assistance, 401(K) 7% match, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Time off, Commuter Benefit Program, Backup Dependent Care, Charitable match, Concierge Services, Wellness Program, and Fitness Reimbursement.Certifications: You will be given paid time and support to obtain SIE – FINRA, Series 07 – FINRA, Series 66 – FINRAThe base salary range for this position is $45,000 - $75,000 per year. Placement in the range will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.Base salary is only part of the total compensation package. Depending on the position and eligibility requirements, the offer package may also include bonus or other variable compensation. We offer a wide range of <a href="https://jobs.fidelity.com/benefits/" target="_blank">benefits</a> to meet your evolving needs and help you live your best life at work and at home. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support, market-leading retirement, generous paid time off and parental leave, charitable giving employee match program, and educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career. Note, the application window closes when the position is filled or unposted.Fidelity’s hybrid working model blends the best of both onsite and offsite work experiences. Working onsite is important for our business strategy and our culture. We also value the benefits that working offsite offers associates. Most hybrid roles require associates to work onsite every other week (all business days, M-F) in a Fidelity office.<h3>Certifications:</h3>Series 07 - FINRA, Series 66 - FINRA<h3>Category:</h3>Customer Service

Financial Services Representative - Orland Park, IL

Investment Consultant - Orland Park, IL

Planning Consultant - Gold Coast, IL

<h3>Job Description:</h3><h3>Financial Consultant</h3>If you no longer want to spend your time on sourcing new clients and would rather have the time to deepen relationships and create complex financial plans, then join a team that is a stable industry leader. Fidelity provides a business model with an existing client base and institutional feeders of business that is unmatched in the industry. At Fidelity, we empower professional growth, flexibility and support thus enabling long-term success for you and our clients.<h3>The Purpose of Your Role</h3>Working in our Investor Center, you will engage face-to-face with your customers, offering guidance and personalized planning, while helping extend the reach of the firm's brand. We fully support you with an open architecture product platform and top resources in the financial industry, while you nurture relationships with an existing client base.<h3>The Expertise We’re Looking For</h3><ul><li>Previous success in building relationships, uncovering needs and recommending solutions</li><li>FINRA Series 7 &amp; 63 licensed; Series 65 or 66 licensed and appropriate state registrations OR ability to acquire series 65/66 upon hire</li><li>Keen ability to present complex solutions to a knowledgeable client base while building rapport and credibility</li><li>Degree and/or other professional certifications are helpful; if you do not already have a CFP or degree, our Tuition Reimbursement program can help you obtain one</li></ul><h3>The Skills You Bring</h3><ul><li>Ability to thoughtfully introduce your clients to different investment strategies and bring together additional client assets while engaging in positive, client-centered discussions</li><li>Being coachable, collaborative, and curious are your "go to" attributes</li><li>Committed to delivering an outstanding customer experience with a passion for seeing others thrive</li><li>Motivated by results and finding solutions, you take initiative and exceed customer expectations</li><li>Extensive knowledge of investment solutions</li></ul><h3>Our Investments in You</h3>Fidelity’s greatest advantage is our people, and we believe it is important to approach life holistically. We offer a competitive total rewards package, including a stable base salary, to recognize associate achievements. And our benefit programs are designed to help you and your family strike the right balance. We offer training in-branch, regionally, nationally, and virtually to help you with all aspects of your business. You will not fail due to a lack of training or onboarding!<h3>The Value You Deliver</h3><ul><li>Your integrity, insights, interpersonal skills, and meticulous planning allows you to mentor and support your customers as they look to reach their retirement goals</li><li>Supporting our clients by providing comprehensive investment solutions and retirement plans to meet their needs both now and for their future</li><li>Effectively engage clients through personal interactions, reflecting your interpersonal communication and relationship building skills</li><li>You have a steadfast commitment to your clients while making a positive impact in the community</li></ul>The base salary range for this position is $55,000 - $75,000 per year. Placement in the range will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.Base salary is only part of the total compensation package. Depending on the position and eligibility requirements, the offer package may also include bonus or other variable compensation. We offer a wide range of <a href="https://jobs.fidelity.com/benefits/" target="_blank">benefits</a> to meet your evolving needs and help you live your best life at work and at home. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support, market-leading retirement, generous paid time off and parental leave, charitable giving employee match program, and educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career. Note, the application window closes when the position is filled or unposted.Fidelity’s hybrid working model blends the best of both onsite and offsite work experiences. Working onsite is important for our business strategy and our culture. We also value the benefits that working offsite offers associates. Most hybrid roles require associates to work onsite every other week (all business days, M-F) in a Fidelity office.<h3>Certifications:</h3>Series 07 - FINRA, Series 63 - FINRA, Series 66 - FINRA<h3>Category:</h3>Sales

Financial Consultant - Highland Park, IL

ABOUT US&nbsp;At Lotis Blue Consulting, we're motivated and excited to help companies build better versions of themselves. With every client challenge, we bring a personal touch and an unwavering curiosity to pursue an insight-led and people-first solution. Using our deep experience and proven capabilities, we answer our clients' biggest questions with actionable, data-driven answers that create a lasting impact.From the beginning, we've aimed to help clients transform by connecting the dots among the cornerstones of strategy, organization, and talent while employing a data-driven approach. While our firm’s vision has evolved, our emphasis on profitable growth and excellent execution has remained our hallmark, with an unfailing focus on developing our own talent and our client’s capabilities.Lotis Blue is part of the SullivanCotter family of companies.Please learn more about Lotis Blue here: <a href="https://www.lotisblueconsulting.com" target="_blank">https://www.lotisblueconsulting.com</a>ABOUT YOUAs a Senior Consultant, you will play a critical role in helping our clients tackle complex business and people challenges. You will work directly with clients and internal teams to assess needs and then design and deliver tailored, high-impact solutions related to organization design, leadership, teams, and workforce. Your role will include supporting client delivery, owning workstreams, conducting data-driven analyses, and helping to create compelling deliverables and recommendations that drive change.&nbsp;This is a strong opportunity for experienced consultants who are energized by strategy and execution and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and intellectually curious environment. Successful candidates will bring prior consulting experience, a strong foundation in talent strategy, organization design, and change management, and the ability to work closely with client stakeholders and team members at all levels.&nbsp;<h4>PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES</h4><ul><li>Lead workstreams and support broader project execution across multiple client engagements, particularly in areas such as leadership development, talent management, succession planning, and organization design.</li><li>Structure and conduct data collection and analysis, including interview synthesis, survey design, benchmarking, and the development of data visualizations and insights to inform client recommendations.</li><li>Create high-quality deliverables, including PowerPoint presentations and reports, that translate findings into clear, actionable narratives for client stakeholders.</li><li>Collaborate with clients to define challenges, co-create solutions, and manage project timelines and work plans with oversight from engagement leaders.</li><li>Facilitate client meetings and working sessions with confidence and professionalism.</li><li>Provide direction and support to junior team members, fostering growth and high-quality contributions.</li><li>Contribute to thought leadership, case studies, and firm development initiatives, helping to build and refine Lotis Blue's intellectual capital.</li></ul><h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES</h4>Required&nbsp;<ul><li>5+ years of relevant consulting experience in organization, talent, and/or change consulting.</li><li>Undergraduate degree in a behavioral science or business-related field (e.g., I/O Psychology, Organizational Behavior, Business Administration, Public Health).</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; comfortable with ambiguity and can synthesize complex information into practical, actionable insights.</li><li>Proficient in developing compelling PowerPoint presentations, tailoring narratives to different audiences and communicating findings and their implications to clients.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, including experience working with and presenting to client stakeholders.</li><li>Strong time and task management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.</li></ul>Preferred <ul><li>Expertise in the health care industry</li><li>Relevant post-graduate education (e.g., business, economics, psychology, health care administration, engineering)</li><li>Capability in Power BI or Tableau and other analytics/visualization tools</li></ul>SALARY, BENEFITS, AND PERKS<ul><li>Competitive total rewards package&nbsp;</li><li>Medical and dental coverage at&nbsp;no&nbsp;cost to associates and their dependents</li><li>Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) options, Safe Harbor, and Profit-Sharing retirement plans</li><li>Flexible spending accounts</li><li>Generous paid time off (PTO)</li><li>Paid holidays</li><li>Gender-neutral parental leave&nbsp;</li><li>Bereavement and pet leave</li><li>Continuing education and professional accreditation sponsorship</li><li>Basic Life/AD&amp;D at no cost to the associate and Voluntary Life and AD&amp;D insurance</li><li>Short- and long-term disability at no cost to associates</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Mental health support program</li><li>Additional perks</li></ul>Reflected below is the base salary range offered for this position. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors including but not limited to academic achievements, skills and experience. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.&nbsp;<ul><li>$116,600.00 - $174,800.00 annually</li></ul>WORK ENVIRONMENTHybrid, but willing to join a thriving Chicago Loop office culture at least 3 days per week. Must also be willing to travel up to 10 days per month.SullivanCotter Holdings, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law or marital status.

SullivanCotter

Sr. Consultant

The hiring range for this role is: &nbsp;92,086.00 - 129,145.00This is the lowest to highest salary we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.&nbsp; We may ultimately pay more or less than the hiring range andthis hiringrange may also be modified in the future. A candidate’s position within the hiring range may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs.&nbsp;This job is also eligible for annual bonusincentivepay.We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, 11 holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, generous 401(k) matching, lifestyle spending account and many other benefits to eligible employees.Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.Job Description Summary The Sr Consultant leads mid-size projects and portions of larger projects to help develop strategic contracting opportunities to improve the economic and financial competitive position of the Blue System. Through data collection and analysis, interviews, in-depth research and literature reviews, supplier interaction and team interaction, the senior consultant leads the development of supplier relationships that provide strategic and tactical solutions for Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies. Specific emphasis will be placed on category/contract ownership, sourcing, negotiating and relationship building with suppliers to maximize value.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Category Management Grows the category assigned both through the addition of new national agreements, agreement expansion and Plan adoption/utilization. Responsible for the day-to-day management of contracts assigned. Has the ability to acquire, organize and synthesize financial data and other information to identify and communicate key findings. Maintains financial viability and takes ownership of category. Leads mid-size projects and portions of larger projects to meet the needs of internal and external clients. Responsible for answering key business questions related to BCBS business through various activities such as: data collection and analysis, interviews, literature reviews, supplier relations and team interaction Manages one to three national GPO categories. Able to lead major national RFPs from market analysis, contracting and marketing. Lead supplier business reviews and develop category strategy with management. Able to anticipate internal/external customer needs and propose and execute solutions Leveraging Data and Information Prepares reports, written materials, spreadsheets, promotional materials and presentations to support the work within categories assigned. Able to present, facilitate and complete supplier webinars. Able to create and write newsletter articles. Can direct the negotiations of major contracts under the supervision of their manager. Has a complete understanding of all sourcing process documentation. Plan Engagement Engages with Plans and suppliers routinely through 1:1 communications, meetings, presentations, webinars, etc. Can successfully manage Plan workgroup meetings and support advisory groups, if needed, for their practice area. Market Research Conducts market research to validate category performance, identifies trends/new opportunities and is a subject matter expert within the category. Ability to interact with stakeholder staff and external suppliers to lead in collecting information and conducting interviews/surveys.Required Education, Certifications and ExperienceEducation Bachelors Degree Bachelor’s degree in any of the business disciplines (e.g. Finance, Economics), scientific areas (e.g. biology, chemistry, pre-med) or liberal studies. Experience<ul><li>A minimum of five years related business experience</li><li>Experience with business development and growth</li><li>Experience with market research and strategic planning</li><li>Knowledge of line of business (Commercial, Exchange, Medicare, Medicaid)</li></ul> Skills<ul><li>Strong oral/written communication and presentation skills</li><li>Strong analytical skills</li><li>Strong project management skills</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)</li></ul> People Management No

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