Strategic Partner Liaison

Drives doctor advocacy efforts, serving as VSP’s principal insurance and legislative advocates among eye care professionals and doctor influencers. Problem solver who works to address complex issues and questions and helps doctors maximize their relationship with VSP. Supports the development and drives implementation of short- and long-term strategic outreach plans, collaborating with business partners across the enterprise Develops and maintains strong external relationships with policy-setting doctors and influencers within the optical industry. Implement strategies designed to influence the competitive markets in which doctors operate Serve as a point of contact to research, analyze, and resolve complex issues and escalations involving practice-level and policy matters, coordinating with internal and external business partners when needed Understands managed vision legislation and its implications for doctors Knowledgeable about VSP insurance products and services, and assists doctors and staff with strategies to help them maximize their relationship with VSP As necessary, serves as speaker/facilitator at events/workshops of all sizes Maintains knowledge about the national and regional health care marketplace, about the vision insurance environment, and about VSP’s insurance products and services Represents the doctor perspective on issues related to VSP and the broader industry within the enterprise Demonstrates a broad knowledge of the organization's strategic direction, balancing business and customer needs to achieve successful outcomes Identifies and alerts the organization to business trends and conversation themes which could impact VSP or the industry Enhances the strategic strength of enterprise partnerships, using progressive tactics to increase value and provide solutions for doctors Ability to travel 70% of the time Job Specifications Typically has the following skills or abilities: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, or other related area or equivalent experience required. Masters preferred Minimum of six years of provider relations, direct outside sales, account management, business development, or client relationship experience, preferably in the optical industry Capable problem solver who identifies challenges on behalf of doctors and successfully works with other internal stakeholders to address issues Demonstrated professionalism and leadership in dealing with situations involving controversy and conflict Team player who enjoys working together with others to develop strategy and align on tactical execution Self-starter able to work independently Advanced written and verbal communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills Experienced speaker capable of addressing large audiences and facilitating group discussions #LI-VISIONCARE Compensation range for the role is listed below. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses and commissions. For more information regarding VSP Vision benefits, please click here. Salary Ranges: $84,000.00 - $141,750.00 VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. Unincorporated LA County Residents: Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, and any other similar laws. Notice to Candidates: Fraud Alert - Fake Job Opportunity Solicitations Used to Collect Fees/Personal Information. We have been made aware that fake job opportunities are being offered by individuals posing as VSP Vision and affiliate recruiters. Click here to learn about our application process and what to watch for regarding false job opportunities. As a regular part of doing business, VSP Vision (“VSP”) collects many different types of personal information, including protected health information, about our audiences, including members, doctors, clients, brokers, business partners, and employees. VSP Vision employees will have access to this sensitive personal information and are subject to follow Information Security and Privacy Policies. Apply To This Job