Benefits Manager

SUMMARY

The Benefits Manager plans, develops, and administers the various employee benefit programs, including but not limited to life and health insurance, disability, flexible benefits, retirement, and leaves. Recommends new and/or improved employee benefit plans, cost-saving and competitive measures. Coordinates the benefits payroll setup and all related financial accounting responsibilities for Pelican. Communicates with other divisions and HR to effectively develop and maintain the Pelican employee benefits program. Ensures compliance with all legal requirements of various employee benefit programs. This role manages day-to-day benefits programs and designs and delivers benefits solutions and policies in line with the firm's human resources and business strategies.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administer and communicate the company's benefits program, including plan options, policy features, enrollment, and other requirements for the following programs: vacation, holiday, time off, sick pay, unemployment, retirement plans, disability, flexible spending, service awards, group health/medical/dental coverage, vendor management, wellness and health education initiatives, and life insurance.
• Meet with benefits vendors for annual policy reviews. Negotiate coverage, services, and costs with carriers and brokers.
• Research benefits plans and survey market data to assess the company's competitive position in employee benefits.
• Manage open enrollment, including plan setup, communication, employee meetings, employee support, and post-enrollment activities.
• Manage company leaves of absence, including FMLA, ADA, personal leave, disability, PFML, etc.
• Approve, monitor, troubleshoot, and audit employee selections in the benefits administration system for enrollments, such as new hires, life events, and terminations.
• Oversee the annual enrollment process, wellness programs, benefits communication, and relationships with external providers. Create communication materials that inform employees about benefits options.
• Develop programs to keep employees informed about company benefit plans and any proposed changes.
• Ensure that benefit programs are compliant and up to date with trends, practices, and costs.
• Select, develop, and evaluate personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the benefits function.
• Create reports for benefits analysis and/or compliance purposes.
• Complete weekly and monthly internal payroll reports and fund employee accounts (HSA and 401(k)).
• Provide support for HRIS and/or Compensation projects as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Five (5) years of professional benefits experience
• Deep understanding of Federal and State regulations, filing and compliance requirements affecting employee benefits programs
• Dayforce or similar experience

• Experience leading projects and/or benefit programs

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Excellent reading comprehension, writing, verbal, and presentation skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees, management, and leadership

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Seven (7) years of professional benefits experience
• Experience working for a manufacturer
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field or equivalent experience.
• International Benefits are a plus
• Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS)
• Fluent in Spanish

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be occasionally required to execute standard physical activities within the facility areas (i.e. stand, walk, sit, use hands/fingers).
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be occasionally required to execute non-standard physical activities within the facility areas (i.e. climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch).
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.

• Torrance, CA, 23215 Early Avenue, Torrance, California, United States of America