Chat Agent Team Lead II
At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life's uncertainties. And for more than 90 years, our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers' evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.
Job Description
The Local Network Lead supports the Assist Center Operations Provider Center of Excellence Team and provides support and guidance to Assistance Center teams, where they are responsible for determining the best solution for rescues when the initial in-network provider search process is unsuccessful. This role serves as an escalation point of contact for the assistance centers and is accountable for ensuring an independent service provider is secured in a cost-beneficial and timely manner.
This role will leverage their expertise and negotiation with independent service providers to effectively manage cost and spend with In-Network and Out-of-Network service providers.
The Local Network Lead demonstrates a strong working knowledge of Allstate Roadside's business and Network of independent service providers and leverages a strong cross-functional partnership with the Allstate Roadside Network team, Provider Center of Excellence, Assistance Center teams, and Vendor Managers for a successful provider acquisition program.
Serves as a Network SME and an escalation point for Assistance Center Supervisors and Team Leads during the service provider search and dispatch process
Provides guidance to rescue associates and team leads on complex rescues to ensure rescues are dispatched in a cost effective and timely manner
Communicates with independent service providers to assist with securing service for rescues
Assesses and balances provider cost and performance metrics in decision-making
Maintains a strong partnership with the Allstate Roadside Network team, Provider Center of Excellence, Assistance Center teams, and Vendor Managers
Builds a strong understanding of Allstate Roadside's Network of independent service providers
Prioritizes workload based on criticality
Provides coaching and feedback as needed to team members on Assistance Center - Provider interactions
Conducts assessments on operational outliers
Analyzes and interprets data and trends to drive operational efficiencies
Shares feedback on process improvements as identified
Maintains tracking and documentation of rescues handled and/or engaged on
Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this job.
Education
* Minimum of high school degree (or GED)
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Experience
- 5+ years' experience, preferably in the roadside assistance industry
- 2+ years' experience making decisions and negotiating with independent service providers to effectively manage cost/spend
- Strong data analysis skills and experience promoting data driven decision making
- Ability to solve problems under pressure
- Strong strategic thinking skills
- Ability to think 'outside the box' and troubleshoot process exceptions and recommend solutions
- Strong ability to adapt and prioritize workload as necessary
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate and build relationships with independent service providers
- Ability to build and maintain relationships across the different business/partners/center teams Highly developed negotiation skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate and build relationships with independent service providers
Ability to change and apply actions to correct or improve processes for better results
Primary Skills
Shift Time
Shift A (India)
Recruiter Info
Ms. Vibha Chaturvedi
vaaa6@allstate.com
About Allstate
Joining our team isn't just a job - it's an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. One where you can shape the future of protection while supporting causes that mean the most to you. Joining our team means being part of something bigger - a winning team making a meaningful impact.
The Allstate Corporation is one of the largest publicly held insurance providers in the United States. Ranked No. 84 in the 2023 Fortune 500 list of the largest United States corporations by total revenue, The Allstate Corporation owns and operates 18 companies in the United States, Canada, Northern Ireland, and India. Allstate India Private Limited, also known as Allstate India, is a subsidiary of The Allstate Corporation. The India talent center was set up in 2012 and operates under the corporation's Good Hands promise. As it innovates operations and technology, Allstate India has evolved beyond its technology functions to be the critical strategic business services arm of the corporation. With offices in Bengaluru and Pune, the company offers expertise to the parent organization's business areas including technology and innovation, accounting and imaging services, policy administration, transformation solution design and support services, transformation of property liability service design, global operations and integration, and training and transition.
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability
- Short-Term Disability
- HSA
- FSA
- Mental Health Benefits
- On-Site Gym
- Pet Insurance
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- Health Reimbursement Account
Parental Benefits
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Leave
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
- Work-From-Home Stipend
- Four-Day Work Week
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Pension
- Financial Counseling
- Relocation Assistance
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Access to Online Courses
- Internship Program
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Lunch and Learns
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
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