Benefits Manager

About the role

We're looking for a strategic and people-focused Benefits Manager to lead the design, administration, and continuous improvement of our benefits and recognition programs. In this role, you'll help create a rewarding employee experience by ensuring our offerings remain competitive, compliant, and aligned with the evolving needs of our workforce. As a trusted partner to HR leadership and cross-functional stakeholders, you'll play a key role in shaping benefits strategies that support business objectives, strengthen employee engagement, and help us attract and retain top talent.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, wellness programs, leave programs, and voluntary benefits
• Partner with brokers and vendors to evaluate plan performance, manage renewals, and identify opportunities for cost containment and program optimization
• Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations
• Oversee the administration of HRIS benefits modules and related processes
• Maintain accurate documentation to support public company audits and regulatory compliance requirements
• Manage benefits-related reporting, including EEO, ACA reporting, and other required filings
• Stay informed on evolving laws, regulations, and market trends that impact benefits programs
• Serve as a subject matter expert and trusted resource on benefits matters
• Provide guidance, support, and training to HR partners and people leaders
• Lead employee education and communication initiatives that promote understanding and engagement with benefits programs
• Support additional projects and responsibilities as requested by leadership

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in benefits or total rewards roles, including 2+ years of team leadership experience
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required
• CBP (Certified Benefits Professional), CEBS (Certified Employee Benefits Specialist), or SHRM-CP certification preferred
• Experience designing and/or administering employee benefit programs
• Experience working with HRIS systems and benefits administration tools
• Experience in a mid-sized or large organization preferred
• Experience working in a public company environment and managing legal, regulatory, reporting, and filing requirements

Benefits

• Recharge and enjoy work-life balance with paid vacation time, paid sick time, and 11 company-paid holidays each year
• Generous 401(k) match of up to 5% to help you build long-term financial security
• Comprehensive healthcare designed for choice and flexibility, including multiple medical plan options, company-funded HSA contributions, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Company-funded protection for you and your family with basic life insurance, AD&D coverage, employee assistance resources, and identity theft protection
• Wellness benefits including fitness reimbursements, tobacco cessation support, prenatal programs, Weight Watchers reimbursement, and CPR/First Aid training
• Support when life happens through short- and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, mental health resources, and confidential counseling services for employees and their families
• Additional perks that make a difference, including pet insurance, employee discounts, critical illness and accident coverage, and access to financial wellness tools

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a typical indoor office environment
• Flexibility to work various schedules and stay late when necessary with little or no notice
• Must be able to read documents, use a computer, communicate verbally and in writing
• Mobility required within an office, warehouse and construction site environments
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds