Strategic Sales Support Advisor

The Cigna Group

. Serve as the primary support partner for assigned sellers .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,200 - $150,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex sales processes, including RFP and contracting, while effectively coordinating cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Proficient in executive communication and presentation skills, with a focus on strategic sales support and solution positioning.

Highest-signal resume keywords

5+ Years Supporting Strategic SalesRFP Management ExperienceSalesforce ProficiencyPMP CertificationHealthcare Industry Experience

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Hard Skills

Proposal ManagementContract ManagementProject ManagementAccount ManagementComplex SolutioningRisk MitigationStakeholder EngagementProcess AutomationValue Proposition DevelopmentCross-Functional Coordination

Soft Skills

Executive CommunicationPresentation SkillsInfluencing Without AuthorityIssue ResolutionAccountability

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPLeanSix Sigma

Industry Keywords

HealthcarePBMManaged CareConsultingBenefits Industry

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary support partner for assigned sellers
Support strategic opportunities from RFP through contracting and implementation intake
Support Sales Directors through complex solutioning efforts
Coordinate cross-functional resources for complex sales pursuits
Identify and mitigate risks affecting strategic opportunity progression
Facilitate issue escalation and resolution for high-value opportunities
Provide Pitch Team details for executive-level presentations and pursuit materials
Tailor account messaging with Marketing and Content teams
Support solution positioning and value proposition development
Capture reusable assets for future pursuits
Partner with Bid & Contract Execution teams during negotiations
Coordinate contract deliverables and stakeholder engagement
Assist with exception management, signature control, and contracting barriers
Ensure proposal-to-contract continuity
Support implementation intake and transition activities
Coordinate SME engagement and follow-up
Facilitate finalist preparation activities
Facilitate recurring seller strategy meetings
Ensure accountability for key deliverables across internal stakeholders
Identify process automation and efficiency opportunities
Support AI-enabled content development initiatives
Improve knowledge management and asset reuse
Recommend scalable solutions based on recurring seller needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years supporting strategic sales, consulting, proposal management, contracting, account management, project management, or business development
Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives
Strong executive communication and presentation skills
Experience coordinating cross-functional teams
Ability to influence without direct authority
Healthcare, PBM, managed care, consulting, or benefits industry experience
Experience managing RFP and contracting processes
Salesforce proficiency
PMP, Lean, Six Sigma, or project management certification
Cable broadband or fiber optic internet service with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload if working from home

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus plan eligibility
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Well-being and behavioral health programs
401(k)
Company-paid life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year
Paid holidays
Leaves of absence
Hybrid work arrangement