Primary Purpose

Screen, recruit and contract providers to meet the growing needs of the nationwide backup care network. Provide support for other members of the Provider Accounts team regarding provider contracts. Research potential providers utilizing various resources to ensure quality, engage with potential providers that are determined to meet our quality standards and persuade the providers to join the BUC network. Essential Functions/Responsibilities

Research assigned markets to identify potential backup care provider solutions. Independently determine priority of non-assigned markets for recruiting new providers

Determine which providers in the market meet our quality standards based on research, reviews, licensing information and autonomous opinion.

Initiate, follow up and complete the recruitment process for qualified providers. This includes cold outreach to potential providers, explaining the BUC program clearly & concisely, persuading the provider to join our network and keep the provider engaged during the onboarding process.

Independently negotiate rates in alignment with standards set by the program.

Obtain and audit all required documentation from newly recruited providers in order to secure a complete account record. Ensure that if corrections are needed, those are completed and accurate

Assist in the development and maintenance of positive relationships with contracted providers.

Maintain a record of activities and results for each market assigned.

As required, work closely with regional team to complete the daily transactional work needed to successfully manage and grow the nationwide backup care provider network Decision Making

Receives general direction and exercises some independent judgement Influence

Regularly influences function or department Impact

Enterprise Job Requirements

Education

HS diploma or equivalent required

Associate Degree preferred

Experience

2 years of experience in a customer service, recruitment, vendor management or sales position with a track record of hitting established targets required

3 years relevant experience would be considered in lieu of applicable degree Additional Job Requirements

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience with negotiating contracts or difficult conversations

Proficient in basic Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Motivated to meet and exceed goals as an individual and contribute to the success of a larger team

Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment

Strong attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

General comfort level with generating reports and pulling data

Experience with presenting or general comfort level with public speaking

The range of compensation listed here or that may be discussed in the interview process is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors. Life at Bright Horizons:

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