Strategic Account Relationship Manager I (mid-level) for P&C Claims Optimization

Why USAA

At USAA our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families.

Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA where our core values honesty integrity loyalty and service define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful.

The Opportunity

As a dedicated Strategic Account Relationship Manager I-mid-level for P&C Claims Optimization you will be responsible for developing managing growing and nurturing relationships between USAA and external strategic suppliers. These objectives include onboarding and operational support of strategic partner relationships ability to identify opportunities for growth and overall build strong relationships with key strategic partners including internal affiliates.

We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position can be based in one of the following locations: San Antonio TX Plano TX Phoenix AZ Colorado Springs CO Tampa FL or Chesapeake VA. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

What youll do:

• Manages relationships between existing suppliers and internal business team members.
• Monitors supplier account partner satisfaction understands and applies data-driven insights to influence the achievement of business goals.
• Assists Senior or Lead with timely and appropriate resolution of escalations from supplier relationships.
• Partners with team to work with research analytics finance and staff area leaders to identify and implement cross departmental improvement efforts.
• Validates and codes simple and/or small invoices requiring minimal research to ensure accuracy and budget adherence in accordance with the contract and business objectives.
• Identifies opportunities to document and facilitate improvements to processes.
• Participates in periodic meetings with senior team members and partners to foster relationships and uncover opportunities to develop operational efficiencies of products.
• Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified measured monitored and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.

What you have:

• Bachelors degree; OR 4 years of related experience (in addition to the minimum years of experience required) may be substituted in lieu of degree.
• 4 years of experience in supplier relationship management including supplier governance procurement and/or supply chain management experience.
• Knowledge and experience with applicable industry and products for the assigned functional area.
• Data analysis skills.
• Relationship management skills and demonstrated ability to influence decisions at leadership levels.
• Strong issue resolution and follow-up skills.
• Demonstrated experience communicating verbally and written with Senior leaders and strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficient knowledge of project management and prioritization skills.
• Proficient level of business acumen in the areas of business operations industry practices regulatory requirements and emerging trends required.
• Travel may be required.

What sets you apart:

• Proficient at managing system access and supplier performance
• Excellent verbal and written communication is vital for liaising between clients and internal teams presenting solutions and managing expectations.
• The ability to negotiate contracts and terms effectively to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes is important.
• Strong organizations skills.
• Attention to detail.
• High level communication drafting with BOTH Email and PowerPoint.
• Experience in analyzing and validating invoices.
• US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner.

Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $77120.00 - $147390.00.

USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e. H-1B TN STEM OPT Training Plans etc.).

Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location.

Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical financial and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical dental and vision plans 401(k) pension life insurance parental benefits adoption assistance paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours and various wellness programs. Additionally our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.

For more details on our outstanding benefits visit our benefits page on .

Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting.

USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.