Chief Growth Officer

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska, we are a mission-driven organization dedicated to championing the health and well-being of our members and the communities we serve.Our team is the power behind that promise. And, as the industry rapidly evolves and we seek ways to optimize business processes and customer experiences, there’s no greater time for forward-thinking professionals like you to join us in delivering on it! As a member of Team Blue, you’ll find purpose, opportunities and the support you need to build a meaningful career and make a powerful impact in our community.The Chief Growth Officer is responsible for establishing and executing an enterprise growth strategy that aligns market competitiveness, financial performance, and operational readiness. This leader ensures the organization wins business because its value proposition is compelling and credible, not because of legacy position or short term concessions.The CGO partners closely with the CEO, CFO, and Executive Leadership Team to bring market backed insight into growth, pricing, product investment, and deal decisions, while building organizational confidence and consistency in how the company competes.Candidates applying to this position must live within driving distance of the Omaha, Nebraska metro. This position will require 4+ days per week in the office.Enterprise Growth LeadershipThe Chief Growth Officer is accountable for setting and sustaining an enterprise‑wide growth strategy that aligns market competitiveness, financial performance, operational readiness, and long‑term brand credibility. This leader approaches growth through a portfolio lens, balancing momentum across lines of business while avoiding overconcentration or value eroding decisions. Sound judgment about where the organization should compete, and where it should not, is a core expectation of the role.Set and lead an enterprise-wide growth strategy aligned with revenue, membership, margin, and brand objectivesDrive growth across all major lines of business with a focus on portfolio balance rather than isolated winsApply disciplined judgment to opportunity selection, including declining business that is financially or operationally misalignedTranslate external market dynamics into clear internal growth priorities and guidanceStrategic Market and External EngagementThe Chief Growth Officer serves as a visible and credible senior executive presence in the market, strengthening the organization’s relationships with brokers, consultants, employer customers, and community stakeholders. This role requires personal engagement with the most strategic relationships while ensuring broader market coverage is effective, consistent, and aligned with enterprise expectations.Serve as a senior executive representative with priority broker and consultant partnersBuild and sustain executive level relationships with key employer customersPersonally engage in a targeted set of strategically important customer and broker ...