Strategic Implementation Manager

  • Vitality Group International, Inc.
  • Chicago, Illinois, United States
  • 7mo ago
  • Full-time
  • Hybrid

The Strategic Implementation Manager at Vitality Group will play a vital role in ensuring the successful execution of client initiatives through effective project management, execution of strategic plans, and alignment across internal and external stakeholders. This position requires a keen understanding of client needs and the ability to translate those needs into actionable implementation strategies that enhance member engagement and drive optimal outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead large and complex implementations defined as highly sensitive, high risk and high-profile installations as well as employer group implementations
  • Manage cross-functional projects as they relate to strategic initiatives
  • Mentor Implementation Managers and assist with training as necessary
  • Support new Implementation Managers during first set of client launches
  • Represent the Implementation Management team during inter-departmental workshops and planning sessions
  • Collaborate with leadership on business metrics to ensure the success of projects
  • Drive continuous improvement to the standard operating procedures within the implementation team and across the organization to ensure efficiency and quality launches
  • Drive standardization of best practices across the implementation team and organization at large
  • Identify and champion product enhancements that support efficiency and quality in client launches
  • Assist the  IM Leadership in fostering teamwork
  • Other duties as assigned.

Pay Range $100,000-$130,000 annual

  • 4+ years of Project Management experience
  • 2+ years of client relationship management in technology and/or health care environment
  • Proven track record of excellent project management skills on complex projects delivered on time and error-free
  • Proven ability to positively influence, negotiate and lead complicated courses of action regardless of title or authority when others are directly accountable for outcomes
  • Proficiency in applying process acumen to process improvement projects with measurable business performance improvement outcomes
  • Demonstrate ability to analyze possible solutions using metrics and other business data and make informed rational business decisions
  • Demonstrated leadership, mentoring and coaching competencies
  • Ability to understand the integration and interdependences between projects considering both the business and technical angles of each project
  • Strong organization, communication and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to handle multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced work environment
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook
  • Proficiency in project documentation and tracking (MS Project/Teams, or alternative tools)

Preferred:

  • PMP Certification
  • Experience with Health Plans

Medical, Dental and Vision
401(k) with company match
Company paid Life, AD&D Short and Long term disability insurance
Generous PTO, Holidays and Summer Fridays
100% paid parental leave
Hybrid Work, come to the office 2x/week
Catered Food & Snacks
Wellness Resources