Strategy & Innovation Director

1 month ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Elevance Health Full time

Strategy & Innovation Director

Location:
 This position will work a hybrid model (remote and office). Ideal candidates will live within 50 miles of one of our PulsePoint locations.

The
Strategy & Innovation Director is responsible for providing business unit partners and CIOs with guidance on IT enablement strategies and aligning business.



How you will make an impact:

  • Align strategies with the overarching IT strategies and advancing technology solutions to support business growth and opportunities.
  • Perform partner evaluation (M&A, build-buy activities).
  • Supports the commercialized model where Carelon is developing software/portfolios of digital and technical solutions/products.
  • Serves as the ambassador for Carelon IT and business units to the Innovation & Digital teams.
  • Assists with transformation stage gates.
  • Support IT and business partners with budget management, financials, and funding guidance.
  • Represent IT in client-facing discussions to drive growth & retention.
  • Support partner evaluations (M&A, build-buy) by connecting IT & Business strategies and influencing the adoption of Carelon technology differentiators into overall business strategy to Develop, Implement & Support strategic planning and roadmaps.
  • Advancing innovative solutions that support business growth.
  • IT partner for business ideation pipeline representing IT in solution ideation sessions.
  • Influence the delivery of new technology solutions to market faster.

Minimum Requirements:

Requires a BA/BS degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field of study and a minimum of 15 years of experience in technology, product management, strategic planning, and/or consulting, or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.



Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences:

  • MS in Engineering or MBA degree strongly preferred.
  • 3-5 years of consulting experience, including a significant role in strategy development and implementation
  • Background in the healthcare industry, including technological trends, regulatory environment, and the specific needs and challenges of healthcare service providers and patients.
  • Proficiency in information systems, electronic health records (EHRs), and data management. Knowledge of cloud computing, AI, telehealth, cybersecurity practices, and other relevant technologies
  • Ability to create a compelling vision for the organization's technological future, align it with the overall business strategy, and navigate obstacles and opportunities to achieve the vision.
  • Experience in leading diverse, cross-functional teams
  • Skills in planning, executing, and monitoring complex technology-related projects, often involving different disciplines and departments
  • Strong ability to explain complex technological concepts to non-technical stakeholders and to maintain productive relationships with all levels of the organization.
  • Experienced in driving technological change within an organization while managing potential resistance and mitigating risks.
  • Proficiency in leveraging data for strategic decision-making, proficiency in analytical tools, and understanding of healthcare data privacy rules.


Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health.

Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.

Who We Are

Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities - and making healthcare simpler.

We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.


How We Work

At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates.

Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture.

They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.


Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy.

Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week.

Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process. Candidates must reside within 50 miles or 1-hour commute each way of a relevant Elevance Health location.

The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.

Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact assistance.

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