Description and Requirements
Top candidates should be within the following Central Region: MI, IL, IN, OH, KY, WV, TX, OK, AR, LA, MS.
Role Value Proposition
This role is responsible for actively recruiting dentists for MetLife's Dental Networks to ensure continued growth for all dental products. The individual will join a team of experienced professionals within Americas/Group Benefits/Dental and Vision Network Development. Group Benefits is responsible for the strategic direction, growth, and management of MetLife's industry leading U.S. employee benefits. The success of our Network team has direct impact on earnings and revenue as network growth leads to greater sales opportunity, which helps Group Benefits achieve its goals and further position our company as a leader. Sales support is required on a regular and on an as needed basis to support existing and prospective customers; as it pertains to dental network development. Knowledge of area fee calculation process as well as experience with fee negotiations with area dentists and internal financial partners is necessary. Strategic planning and project management skills required to assess, develop and implement marketing plans in assigned areas.
Key Responsibilities

• Recruit dentists to participate in the PPO, DHMO and EPO programs
• Retain current dentists in assigned area and negotiate fees when necessary
• Support sales via updates/ reports of network activities and support dental product initiatives by working with product / partners whether directly or indirectly supporting network development.
• Travel to meet with dentist in your assigned area, when required.

Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills
Required:

• 3+ yrs. relevant business experience with network provider recruitment and strong sales and negotiation skills
• Proficient with Excel, CRM and all MS Office products
• Familiar with dental DHMO, PPO and EPO plans

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree
• Knowledge of dental office practice management
• Strong organizational and time management skills and very detail-oriented

The wage range for applicants for this position is $65,000 - 80,000. The role is eligible for incentive compensation under the sales incentive plan for your position. MetLife offers a comprehensive benefits program, including healthcare benefits, life insurance, retirement benefits, parental leave, legal plan services and paid time off. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.
The salary range for applicants for this position is $65,000 - 80,000.
Benefits We Offer
Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!
About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the 2023 "World's Most Admired Companies" as well as the 2023 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For ®, MetLife , through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world's leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by empathy, we're inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it's #AllTogetherPossible . Join us!
Equal Employment Opportunity/Disability/Veterans
If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at [email protected]. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.
MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
$65,000 - 80,000