New Mandates Manager

The New Mandates Manager will report to the Director New Mandates and Interplan Affairs. This individual will play a pivotal role in overseeing and managing the development, implementation, and successful execution of new mandates for the organization. The Manager will work closely with various departments, including sales, operations, finance, and IT&S to ensure that all new mandates are aligned with company goals, delivered on time, and meet client expectations. This position requires strong leadership, project management skills, and the ability to drive results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

“This position is eligible to work onsite, remote or hybrid (9 or more days a month on site) in accordance with our Telecommuting Policy. Applicants must reside in Kansas or Missouri or be willing to relocate as a condition of employment.”

• Make a Positive Impact: Your work will directly contribute to the health and well-being of Kansans.
• Lead and Inspire: Guide and mentor your team to achieve their full potential and success.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Collaborate with a team of passionate and driven individuals.
• Stability: 80 years of commitment, compassion and community
• Flexibility: options to work onsite, hybrid or remote available
• Balance: paid vacation and sick leave with paid maternity and paternity available immediately upon hire
• Inclusive Work Environment: We pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected.

• Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas offers excellent competitive compensation with the goal of retaining and growing talented team members. The compensation range for this role is a good faith estimate, it is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid. All offers presented to candidates are carefully reviewed to ensure fair, equitable pay by offering competitive wages that align with the individual's skills, education, experience, and training. The range may vary above or below the stated amounts.

• New Mandate Management: Lead the process of receiving, managing, and executing new mandates from clients, ensuring smooth transitions from initiation to execution.
• Collaboration with Key Stakeholders: Work cross-functionally with internal teams such as sales, legal, compliance, operations, finance, and IT&S to ensure a seamless mandate rollout and that all necessary resources and information are available.
• Project Planning & Oversight: Develop detailed project plans for each new mandate, setting clear milestones and timelines. Monitor progress and adjust plans as needed to ensure deadlines are met.
• Client Communication: Maintain regular communication with clients to provide updates on mandate progress, address any concerns, and ensure satisfaction.
• Process Improvement: Continuously review and refine the mandate management process to increase efficiency and minimize risks.
• Reporting & Documentation: Ensure proper documentation for all new mandates and provide regular progress reports to senior management on key metrics and project status.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with new mandates and ensure that they align with the company's compliance and operational standards.
• May supervise and manage employees, delegating tasks, overseeing the execution of key responsibilities, and completing performance management activities.

• Strong understanding of health insurance industry and how state, federal, and other regulatory mandates impact business operations.
• Exceptional project management skills with the ability to manage multiple mandates/projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage relationships with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, Health Administration, Political Science, Public Policy, Regulatory Affairs or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in project management, business analyst, mandate execution, or related fields.
• In lieu of degree, minimum of 8 years’ progressive, relevant experience within direct or related field.
• Knowledge of compliance, regulatory standards, and industry best practices is preferred.

• Base pay is only one component of your competitive Total Rewards package
• Incentive pay program (EPIP)
• Health/Vision/Dental insurance
• 6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers
• Fertility/Adoption assistance
• 2 weeks paid caregiver leave
• 5% 401(k) plan matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources