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About arenaflex
Welcome to arenaflex, where we are transforming the landscape of dental benefits administration across the Great Lakes region and beyond. As one of the nation's largest dental plan administrators, we take pride in our mission to improve oral health through innovative benefit plans, passionate advocacy, and meaningful community support. Our organization operates as part of a prestigious network that manages two of the most extensive dental networks in the country, serving millions of members across multiple states.
At arenaflex, we believe that our greatest asset is our people. We celebrate what we call our "All In" culture—a mindset, feeling, and attitude that permeates everything we do. From taking ownership of our careers to supporting our colleagues and lending a hand in our communities, our team members go all in every single day. We foster diverse thought, encourage creative problem-solving, and create an environment where employees can truly thrive both professionally and personally.
For more than six decades, arenaflex has been a leader in dental benefits, and today we continue to expand our impact by investing in initiatives that build healthy, smart, and vibrant communities. Join us in our mission to make quality dental care accessible to all, and become part of a team that truly makes a difference in people's lives.
Position Overview
We are currently seeking a talented and motivated Government Programs Customer Service Vendor Liaison to join our dynamic team. This is a fully remote position; however, candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of our Farmington Hills, Michigan office to facilitate periodic team meetings, collaborative sessions, and training activities.
As a Government Programs Customer Service Vendor Liaison at arenaflex, you will serve as the critical bridge between our organization and our vendor's customer service department. This pivotal role involves ensuring seamless communication, maintaining regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement in customer service delivery for our government program offerings. You will play a vital part in upholding our reputation for excellence while helping us deliver exceptional service to our members.
Key Responsibilities
As a key member of our vendor management team, you will be responsible for the following:
- Training Coordination: Organize and coordinate comprehensive training sessions to ensure vendor customer service representatives (CSRs) are fully informed about arenaflex products, services, and government program offerings. Develop training materials, facilitate learning sessions, and track completion rates to guarantee our vendor partners maintain the highest level of product knowledge.
- Communication of Plan Updates: Serve as the primary point of contact for communicating plan updates, policy changes, and operational modifications to the vendor's customer service department. Ensure that accurate and up-to-date information flows seamlessly between arenaflex and our vendor partners to maintain consistency in member communications.
- Compliance Monitoring: Ensure strict adherence to plan regulations, federal guidelines, and state-specific requirements by continuously monitoring vendor activities. Provide necessary guidance and corrective action recommendations when compliance gaps are identified, protecting both arenaflex and our members from regulatory risks.
- Quality Assurance Coordination: Organize and facilitate call calibration sessions to maintain consistency and excellence in customer service interactions. Work collaboratively with vendor leadership to establish quality standards and ensure uniform service delivery across all touchpoints.
- Oversight Activities: Assist with comprehensive oversight activities, including systematic reviews of vendor CSR calls and performance scorecards. Identify trends, areas for improvement, and opportunities for enhanced member experience.
- Live Call Monitoring: Conduct live listening sessions of vendor CSR calls to verify adherence to quality standards, script compliance, and overall performance excellence. Provide constructive feedback to drive continuous improvement.
- Performance Analysis: Review and analyze call metrics reports and CSR performance reports to monitor, evaluate, and benchmark vendor performance against established KPIs and service level agreements.
- Issue Resolution: Collaborate directly with vendor leadership to address performance deficiencies, investigate root causes, and implement effective corrective action plans. Ensure timely resolution of escalated issues and member complaints.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Participate actively in meetings, audits, trainings, and business improvement initiatives across departments. Collaborate and communicate closely with internal teams to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and alignment of vendor management strategies with organizational goals.
- Policy Development: Assist in the development and maintenance of departmental policies and procedures required for effective vendor management, ensuring documentation meets regulatory standards and industry best practices.
- Additional Duties: Perform other related assigned duties as necessary to complete the primary job responsibilities and support the overall success of the vendor management function.
Essential Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you must possess the following:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Management, Public Administration, or a related field. We will consider any suitable combination of education, training, or experience that demonstrates the required competencies.
- Experience: Minimum of two years of progressive experience in customer service, vendor management, healthcare administration, or a related area. Prior experience working with government programs (Medicare, Medicaid, or similar) is highly desirable.
- Training Coordination Experience: Demonstrated experience in developing, coordinating, and delivering training programs for customer service representatives or similar personnel.
- Compliance Knowledge: Strong understanding of regulatory compliance requirements, including experience monitoring vendor activities against established guidelines and standards.
- Technical Proficiency: Intermediate knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Proficiency in data analysis tools and customer relationship management (CRM) systems is a plus.
- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical abilities with the capacity to interpret complex data, identify trends, and develop actionable insights for performance improvement.
- Organizational Excellence: Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
- Communication Skills: Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences.
- Problem-Solving Abilities: Proven ability to solve complex problems using independent judgment, critical thinking, and a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks.
- Flexibility: Willingness to occasionally travel and work outside of regular business hours to accommodate vendor interactions, training sessions, and special projects.
Preferred Qualifications
While the following qualifications are not required, they would be highly valued in a candidate:
- Previous experience in the dental or healthcare insurance industry
- Familiarity with Delta Dental or similar dental benefits administration systems
- Experience working with government programs such as Medicare Advantage, Medicaid managed care, or dental benefits for seniors
- Knowledge of call center operations and quality assurance methodologies
- Six Sigma, Lean, or other process improvement certifications
- Previous vendor management or contract oversight experience
Skills and Competencies
Success in this role requires a unique blend of technical expertise and interpersonal skills:
- Relationship Building: Ability to establish and maintain positive, productive relationships with both internal stakeholders and external vendor partners.
- Influence and Negotiation: Skilled at working with vendor leadership to drive performance improvements and resolve conflicts diplomatically.
- Adaptability: Comfortable navigating change and ambiguity in a dynamic healthcare environment.
- Detail Orientation: Meticulous attention to accuracy and compliance in all aspects of vendor management.
- Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and budget constraints.
- Continuous Learning: Commitment to staying current with industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in vendor management.
Career Growth and Development Opportunities
At arenaflex, we are deeply invested in the professional development and career growth of our team members. As a Government Programs Customer Service Vendor Liaison, you will have access to a wide range of opportunities to advance your career:
- Career Advancement: This role serves as a stepping stone to senior vendor management positions, team leadership roles, or specialized compliance functions within the organization.
- Professional Development: Access to comprehensive training programs, certifications, and continuing education opportunities to enhance your skills and expertise.
- Cross-Functional Exposure: Work collaboratively across multiple departments, gaining valuable insights into various aspects of healthcare administration and operations.
- Industry Knowledge: Gain in-depth understanding of the dental benefits industry, government programs, and vendor management best practices.
- Leadership Development: Opportunities to lead projects, mentor junior team members, and contribute to strategic initiatives.
Work Environment and Culture
Join a team that truly embodies the "All In" culture at arenaflex. Here's what you can expect:
- Collaborative Environment: Work alongside talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference in oral health outcomes.
- Inclusive Culture: We celebrate diverse thought and foster an environment where every voice matters. Our commitment to inclusion creates a sense of belonging for all team members.
- Work-Life Balance: We support flexible work arrangements and understand the importance of balancing professional achievements with personal well-being.
- Community Impact: Make a tangible difference in your community through our various outreach programs and volunteer opportunities.
- Innovation Focus: Be part of an organization that embraces innovation and continuously seeks better ways to serve our members and partners.
Compensation and Benefits
arenaflex is committed to providing competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, wealth, and well-being of our team members and their families:
- Competitive Salary: We offer competitive base salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Annual Incentive Compensation: Eligible for annual incentive compensation based on achievement of annual business goals and individual performance.
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families.
- Financial Security: Short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and 401(k) savings plans with company matching.
- Wellness Programs: Access to an on-staff health coach and personal trainer, plus various wellness initiatives.
- Work-Life Benefits: Flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement or educational assistance, and generous paid time off.
- Volunteer Time Off: Eight hours of paid volunteer time each year to give back to your community.
- Additional Perks: Many other perks and benefits designed to support your overall well-being and professional growth.
Equal Opportunity Employer
arenaflex is an equal employment and advancement opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity within the context of our unique business environment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, familial status, citizenship, genetic information, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, height, weight, military status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law or ordinance.
Join Our Team
If you are a motivated professional with a passion for delivering exceptional customer service and driving vendor performance excellence, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. At arenaflex, you will find more than just a job—you will find a career where your contributions matter, your growth is supported, and your impact extends beyond the workplace.
Take the next step in your career and join the arenaflex team today. Together, we can continue our mission to improve oral health and build healthier, smarter, vibrant communities across the nation.
We look forward to receiving your application and learning how you can contribute to our continued success!