The Public Sector (G&E) Business Development Senior Advisor is responsible for influencing key decisions and taking actions that result in public sector membership growth & success. This role will serve as an advisor and key partner to local market sales teams to develop and evolve the government and education sales and retention strategy. As a subject matter in the public sector, this role requires significant external relationship building. This role will report to the G&E General Manager with a dotted line to the applicable Market Growth Leader(s) to which they are aligned.Key Responsibilities:Informs our public sector sales distribution strategy within aligned markets.Builds and maintains the necessary partnerships and relationships to grow and retain our public sector business.Contributes to pipeline/prospect development in conjunction with the local market sales leadership - with keen focus on targeting prospects that are viable candidates to win.Reports/advises on pipeline development and activities that are advancing the sales process - with a focus on conveying key needs of the segment to support the sales process.Engagement with segment underwriting, legal, and product leadership where appropriate.Consistent engagement with RFP Proposal Response Team to ensure superior RFP product.Involvement with all key local market strategic planning/business development meetings.Serve as strong relationship liaison between local market leadership and Government Segment leadership and balances the priorities and focus of the local market and the segment.Maintains a deep understanding of the unique government dynamics and competitive landscape of each geographic market and applicable changes.Builds the long-term pipeline in pursuit of:New medical and dental public sector accounts >3,000 employees.First time medical adds to assigned large/existing dental only accounts > 3,000 ees.Retention of assigned large existing accounts > 3,000 employees out to bidArticulate the value proposition of Cigna healthcare to current & prospective public sector clients.Point of contact for all matters related to procurement with new and existing customers.Engagement with broker/consultants as needed (pre/post RFP) in partnership with local market sales leadership. Development of diverse supplier relationships where applicable.All direct to client pre-RFP work that will influence Cigna's position and understanding of government and education prospects, including but not limited to:Meetings with HR, Finance, Senior Management officials.Engagement with union employee leadership.Meetings with influential elected officials; meetings with influential community partners if appropriate; development of minority vendor strategies if appropriate; engagement and management of local lobbyists/advisors as appropriate.Development and management of local association relationships; engagement with targeted regional and/or national association relationship important to the public sector.Management of Freedom of Information requests. Important to maintain coordinated pre-RFP strategy with local market sales leadership.Targeted sales and retention engagement with any other government prospect as necessary.Qualifications:Minimum 10 years of sales experience, account management, and/or business development experience - health care or insurance industry preferred. This experience should include many or all of the following: product knowledge, underwriting, risk and financial analysis skills, marketing processes, sales practices, account management and knowledge of administrative operations.Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work experience.Health and life insurance license required.Experience selling to local governments and or school districts is preferred.Exposure to and/or understanding of local government procurement and/or elected official relationship dynamics is preferred.Strong influence and communications; with a proven ability to establish and build relationships.Demonstrated ability to develop strong matrix partner relationships.Strong customer focus.Strong ability to collaborate, with a track record of delivering results that lead to success.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.For this position, we anticipate offering an annual salary of 121,900 - 203,100 USD / yearly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location.This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.We want you to be healthy, balanced, and feel secure. That's why you'll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you'll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year and paid holidays. For more details on our employee benefits programs, visit Life at Cigna Group .About Cigna HealthcareCigna Healthcare, a division of The Cigna Group, is an advocate for better health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the health care system, empowering them with the information and insight they need to make the best choices for improving their health and vitality. 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: [email protected] for support. Do not email [email protected] 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.

Assistant Store Leader

Fry's Food Stores, Scottsdale

Learn the operations of all departments and the duties of store management; share responsibility for store performance in all areas of operation/human resources. Perform scheduling, security, maintenance, safety, sanitation, ordering, administration & Human Resource-related duties. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.Based in Arizona, Fry's Food Stores merged with The Kroger Company in 1983. Today, we're proudly serving Fred Meyer customers in over 120 stores throughout Arizona.As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Fry's family!Minimum High school diploma/GED 1 year of experience as department manager, service manager, or equivalent experience Store manager/district manager or direct manager approval Desired Retail management experience & knowledge of all aspects of store operations Staff supervisory experience Assist store manager & associates in the achievement of a favorable customer shopping experience & develop associate interest in customer service/relations to enhance Kroger's best-in-class reputation Assist store manager in leading teams in planning, implementing & executing merchandising/operating initiatives Assist store manager with developing action plans/communications to associates on Associate Insight survey results Work with department heads/store associates to identify store opportunities, develop timely solutions & create action plans to ensure plan implementation Role model/demand a highest level of customer service & solve associate/customer issues/concerns Manage total store operations in store manager's absence Achieve/exceed weekly, period, & annual sales, wage budgets & profit budgets, as well as other targeted goals (e.g., safety, shrink) Drive sales by working with department managers to produce/maximize sales & profits, reduce shrink & improve each store department's contribution Assist store manager in regular store-level financial performance discussions with associates regarding developing budgets (e.g., sales, shrink, labor expenses, other expenses) & other targeted goals (e.g., safety) Analyze/ respond to competitive landscape within district/division Demonstrate inclusionary leadership; expect inclusive behavior from associates Utilize coordinators/other field staff to ensure store departments achieve sales/profit goals & ensure implementation/execution of division merchandising plans Promote/support strong relationships with local community organizations in store's surrounding area Assist in building proactive/productive relationships with union representatives/business agents if store is covered by collective bargaining agreement Communicate necessary information to associates to help them effectively carry out duties Serve as liaison to store/district managers & coordinators on effectiveness of division merchandising/ operational plans/programs Assist store manager in staffing, reducing turnover & increasing retention Provide timely individual/department performance feedback to department heads & associates Assist with labor management & supply costs on a daily basis to meet customer service/financial targets Ensure store compliance & associate knowledge of federal, state, & local laws/enterprise policies Supervise and coach direct reports on the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation