Executive Director, Region Development Officer – Central Region

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois.

📋 Description

• Spearhead the formulation of strategies for acquiring new business and retaining clients across the Commercial and Specialty portfolios in the Central region.

• Recognize emerging opportunities and enhance the Aetna brand presence.

• Develop and nurture strategic relationships with healthcare providers and significant market partners.

• Evaluate existing partnerships and sales strategies, refining or reimagining them as necessary.

• Identify and propose new products and services that align with long-term regional goals.

• Create and convey strategic plans effectively.

• Pinpoint and cultivate new business opportunities.

• Establish internal and external relationships to boost lead generation, market share, retention, and brand growth.

• Assemble cross-functional teams to promote sustainable, long-term growth.

• Monitor emerging markets and industry trends.

• Track and report on performance metrics in relation to strategic plans.

• Promote a culture of entrepreneurial growth throughout the organization.

• Propose, create, and support the maintenance of strategic partnerships.

• Assist in provider contracting negotiations and business development within the Medicare segment.

• Shape the long-term objectives and plans of the company.

• Conduct research to identify new market opportunities.

• Provide insights on product development, distribution, and promotional strategies.

• Identify sponsorship opportunities, including engagement with nonprofit organizations.

• Facilitate market planning discussions between leaders of the Health Plan and Medical Group.

• Integrate strategic financial analyses and plans with program and regional teams.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 10 years of experience in the healthcare sector.

• More than 5 years of experience in strategy consulting, with management and leadership roles.

• Established capability to build and manage relationships with senior leadership and external partners.

• Experience in developing and implementing sales, retention, and growth initiatives.

• Strong analytical skills in business and finance, including sales and medical cost analysis.

• Demonstrated entrepreneurial mindset with an enterprise-level perspective.

• Excellent execution and delivery capabilities, including effective planning and operational follow-through.

• Competence in business intelligence and data-informed decision-making.

• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

• Expertise in problem-solving and decision-making processes.

• Bachelor's degree is mandatory.

• Willingness to travel 10–25% of the time.

🏝️ Benefits

• CVS Health bonus, commission, or short-term incentive program.

• Equity award program.

• Comprehensive medical coverage.

• Dental coverage.

• Vision coverage.

• Paid time off.

• Retirement savings options.

• Wellness programs.

• Additional resources supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being.