Senior Manager, Benefits & Total Rewards
See's Candies · South San Francisco, CA · 5 days ago
OTHR$165k–$185k/yrFull-time
POSITION OBJECTIVE
See’s is seeking a dynamic, hands-on Senior Manager, Benefits & Total Rewards, to lead and modernize our benefits function and help shape a more integrated total rewards strategy.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead Benefits Operations
- Own end-to-end administration of all health, welfare, retirement, and wellness programs
- Drive a seamless, high-quality employee experience, including open enrollment and ongoing support
- Oversee leave-of-absence programs and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations
- Rebuild & Strengthen the Function
- Establish and standardize policies, processes, and documentation
- Identify gaps and implement scalable solutions to improve accuracy, efficiency, and service delivery
- Build structure and discipline across the benefits function
- Expand Total Rewards Capabilities
- Support and evolve compensation programs, including pay structures and job architecture
- Partner with HR and Talent Acquisition to ensure offers are competitive and equitable
- Conduct benchmarking and market analysis to inform decisions
- Manage Vendors & Costs
- Lead relationships with brokers, carriers, and external partners
- Support renewals, negotiations, and vendor performance management
- Partner with Finance on budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis
- Drive Strategy & Insights
- Develop reporting and analytics to inform decision-making
- Partner cross-functionally to align rewards programs with business goals
- Enhance employee communications to improve understanding and engagement
What You Bring
- 7+ years of management experience in benefits, compensation, or total rewards
- Strong expertise in benefits administration and compliance
- Working knowledge of compensation principles and structures
- Experience improving or rebuilding processes in fast-paced environments
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to influence and collaborate across teams
Why Join Us
This role offers the opportunity to build, shape, and elevate a critical function at a pivotal moment. You’ll drive meaningful change while partnering closely with leadership to define the future of total rewards.
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