Cigna
Product Development Advisor - Evernorth Health Service - Hybrid
Cigna, Bloomfield, New Jersey, us, 07003
Position Summary
We are in an exciting age where technology is giving people even greater control of their own health and well-being. However, much of this technology is still emerging, and to meet the needs of our clients and members we are hiring for Product Development- New Solutions, Strategy and Solution Design which is a high profile, cross‑functional role that will help to develop and deploy new products and evolve existing products to meet the needs of our clients and members. The position sits within the Evernorth Care Solutions team which is responsible for developing and managing programs and services that allow our 100 million members to make better drug, pharmacy and health choices.
Essential Functions
The role will be responsible for new solution contracting inclusive of negotiation and financial modeling, as well as solution development across multiple aspects of the product development process.
Can take complex models and plans and articulate into simple, effective and engaging visual communications
Lead and manage vendor contracting for pilots and solutions with the ability to build solutions with flexibility and adaptability to changing market needs
Lead recontacting of solutions for optimal performance within The Cigna Group product portfolio
Ability to quickly forge strong partnerships at varying levels across the organization, including the ability to engage team members in innovation and input, both within the team and across functions
Willingness to offer a unique point of view and respectfully challenge the status quo to help foster innovation and continuous improvement
Coordinate with cross functional partners to provide support for, clinical product, sales and account management as well as Clients from across the organization
Deliver market message, product readiness, and training to sales, account teams, consultants, and brokers
Is comfortable shifting focus from one priority to another when necessary, even if that means stopping mid-work to change directions
Ability to generate thoughtful design, direction and actions from ambiguous or unclear environments
Manage the development and execution of market research and analytics plans to support business case and concept development
Coordinate with business and legal partners to determine legal, business and clinical appropriateness to develop and enhance program offerings
Ability to research, analyze, and handle multiple projects and clients at once, prioritize to meet required deadlines
Analyze and synthesize findings and prepare reports and presentations.
Qualifications
6+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's Degree, a Master's degree with 4+ years of relevant experience, or 12+ years of relevant experience. Client‑facing experience is a key asset
Problem solving skills with the ability to work cross‑functionally to resolve issues and generate results among potentially conflicting constituencies
Data analysis and reporting skills
Financial analysis and modelling skills
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage work load and meet project deadlines
Ability to work towards specific deliverables within a environments of tight deadlines and significant pressure
Comfortable working across all of The Cigna Group and learning about stakeholders businesses to continue to drive value in partnerships
Comfortable working with vendors and managing external relationships
Experience in the art of engaging individuals through various channels to drive participation and satisfaction through the products we develop and launch
Project Management skills with particular focus on speed, efficiency, dedication to collaboration
Ability to lead and manage cross‑functionally with a command of a dynamic, multi‑faced product that can adapt to market needs
Maintaining a strong work ethic, an exceptional level of integrity, a team mentality, enthusiastic personality and a collaborative attitude are a must.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to identify and influence key stakeholders
Keep a pulse on the market dynamics and bring insights back to product roadmaps
Support efforts to enable the team to work effectively
Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio. Ability to pick up computer applications quickly
Potential Travel 20%
Strong preference to be located in the St. Louis Lab, St. Louis, MO, Bloomfield Headquarters, Bloomfield, CT
If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.
About The Cigna Group Doing something meaningful starts with a simple decision, a commitment to changing lives. At The Cigna Group, we’re dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email: SeeYourself@cigna.com for support. Do not email SeeYourself@cigna.com for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response.
The Cigna Group has a tobacco‑free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.
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Essential Functions
The role will be responsible for new solution contracting inclusive of negotiation and financial modeling, as well as solution development across multiple aspects of the product development process.
Can take complex models and plans and articulate into simple, effective and engaging visual communications
Lead and manage vendor contracting for pilots and solutions with the ability to build solutions with flexibility and adaptability to changing market needs
Lead recontacting of solutions for optimal performance within The Cigna Group product portfolio
Ability to quickly forge strong partnerships at varying levels across the organization, including the ability to engage team members in innovation and input, both within the team and across functions
Willingness to offer a unique point of view and respectfully challenge the status quo to help foster innovation and continuous improvement
Coordinate with cross functional partners to provide support for, clinical product, sales and account management as well as Clients from across the organization
Deliver market message, product readiness, and training to sales, account teams, consultants, and brokers
Is comfortable shifting focus from one priority to another when necessary, even if that means stopping mid-work to change directions
Ability to generate thoughtful design, direction and actions from ambiguous or unclear environments
Manage the development and execution of market research and analytics plans to support business case and concept development
Coordinate with business and legal partners to determine legal, business and clinical appropriateness to develop and enhance program offerings
Ability to research, analyze, and handle multiple projects and clients at once, prioritize to meet required deadlines
Analyze and synthesize findings and prepare reports and presentations.
Qualifications
6+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's Degree, a Master's degree with 4+ years of relevant experience, or 12+ years of relevant experience. Client‑facing experience is a key asset
Problem solving skills with the ability to work cross‑functionally to resolve issues and generate results among potentially conflicting constituencies
Data analysis and reporting skills
Financial analysis and modelling skills
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage work load and meet project deadlines
Ability to work towards specific deliverables within a environments of tight deadlines and significant pressure
Comfortable working across all of The Cigna Group and learning about stakeholders businesses to continue to drive value in partnerships
Comfortable working with vendors and managing external relationships
Experience in the art of engaging individuals through various channels to drive participation and satisfaction through the products we develop and launch
Project Management skills with particular focus on speed, efficiency, dedication to collaboration
Ability to lead and manage cross‑functionally with a command of a dynamic, multi‑faced product that can adapt to market needs
Maintaining a strong work ethic, an exceptional level of integrity, a team mentality, enthusiastic personality and a collaborative attitude are a must.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to identify and influence key stakeholders
Keep a pulse on the market dynamics and bring insights back to product roadmaps
Support efforts to enable the team to work effectively
Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio. Ability to pick up computer applications quickly
Potential Travel 20%
Strong preference to be located in the St. Louis Lab, St. Louis, MO, Bloomfield Headquarters, Bloomfield, CT
If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.
About The Cigna Group Doing something meaningful starts with a simple decision, a commitment to changing lives. At The Cigna Group, we’re dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email: SeeYourself@cigna.com for support. Do not email SeeYourself@cigna.com for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response.
The Cigna Group has a tobacco‑free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.
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