Senior Benefits Manager

Develop and manage the company’s U.S. benefits strategy and programs Oversee health and welfare, retirement, wellness, and leave programs Lead vendor selection, contract negotiations, renewals, and performance Manage benefits budgets, forecasting, utilization, and cost analysis Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, Section 125, and other applicable regulations Monitor legislative changes and recommend program updates Lead open enrollment, employee communications, and benefits education Develop benefits metrics, dashboards, and executive reporting Benchmark programs and recommend improvements to competitiveness and employee value Lead and develop benefits team members, as applicable Partner with HR and business leaders to deliver competitive, cost-effective, and compliant programs Requirements 8+ years of progressive employee benefits experience 5+ years of benefits leadership or strategic program ownership Strong knowledge of U.S. benefits regulations and compliance Experience with benefits design, vendor negotiations, budgeting, and forecasting Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and presentation skills Experience in a large manufacturing, technology, or multinational company (preferred) Experience with ADP, SAP SuccessFactors, or FMLASource (preferred) CEBS certification (preferred) Core Competencies Demonstrates extensive experience in developing and managing U.S. benefits strategies, ensuring compliance with regulations such as ERISA and ACA, and leading vendor negotiations. Proven ability to analyze benefits budgets and metrics while effectively communicating with stakeholders. Highest-signal resume keywords U.S. Benefits Strategy Development Benefits Compliance Management Vendor Negotiation and Management Benefits Budgeting and Forecasting CEBS Certification Hard Skills Benefits Design Cost Analysis Program Benchmarking Benefits Metrics Development Employee Benefits Education Soft Skills Leadership Communication Analytical Skills Presentation Skills Certifications & Qualifications CEBS Certification Industry Keywords ERISA ACA COBRA HIPAA FMLA Section 125 Tools & Technologies ADP SAP SuccessFactors FMLASource #J-18808-Ljbffr