Benefits Manager

Who We Are Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC is a leading full‑service agronomic solutions provider that's been in business since 1957. Our first location was in West Helena, Arkansas hence the name “Helena”. We now have 450+ locations nationwide and over 6,000 employees. Our corporate office is located in Collierville, Tennessee, a suburb outside of Memphis. Year after year we rank at the top nationally for volume and sales in our industry. There are many facets to our company including product development, sales, operations, precision technology and manufacturing just to name a few. About The Job The Benefits Manager is responsible for designing, administering, and continuously improving employee benefits programs that support employee well‑being, align with organizational goals, and comply with applicable laws and regulations. This role manages health and welfare plans, retirement programs, leave‑related benefits, wellness offerings, vendor relationships, employee communications, and annual enrollment activities. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills, regulatory knowledge, and employee‑centered communication to deliver competitive, cost‑effective benefits programs. What Your Day Will Look Like Design, implement, and administer employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, wellness, and voluntary plans. Evaluate current benefits offerings and recommend enhancements based on employee needs, market trends, utilization data, and cost analysis. Manage vendor and broker relationships, including contract review, service performance monitoring, issue resolution, and renewal support. Lead open enrollment planning and execution, including timelines, system coordination, employee education, and communication materials. Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to employee benefits and leave programs. Partner with payroll, finance, legal, and HR teams to ensure accurate deductions, reporting, reconciliations, and policy alignment. Respond to employee and manager questions regarding eligibility, enrollment, claims, life events, and plan changes. Maintain benefits records, documentation, and audit readiness, and prepare reports, metrics, and recommendations for leadership. Support leave and accommodation processes in coordination with internal stakeholders and third‑party administrators, as applicable. Develop and deliver clear benefits communication, education, and training materials to improve employee understanding and engagement. Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. Five or more years of progressive experience in benefits administration, benefits strategy, or total rewards. Strong knowledge of employee benefits laws, regulations, and compliance requirements. Experience managing benefit vendors, enrollments, audits, and employee communications. Proficiency with HRIS, benefits administration systems, spreadsheets, and reporting tools. Strong analytical, problem‑solving, organizational, and project management skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex information clearly. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism. Skills & Qualifications Professional certification such as CEBS, PHR, SPHR, SHRM‑CP, or SHRM‑SCP. Experience supporting multi‑state benefits programs and leave administration. Knowledge of federal and state laws (ACA, social security administration, Medicare, 401(k)) is required. Experience with pension plans, 5500s, 8955‑5SSa’s and retiree medical plans is highly preferred. Computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office are required. Experience with ADP or similar HRIS system is required. Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and V look‑ups, is required. Background in benefits benchmarking, cost modeling, and program design. Experience leading or supporting wellness initiatives and employee engagement efforts. Benefits strategy and administration. Compliance and risk awareness. Vendor management and negotiation. Data analysis and reporting. Employee communication and education. Cross‑functional collaboration. Attention to detail and accuracy. Customer service and employee support. Successful completion of a drug test and background check is required for all positions at Helena. Being a Leader at Helena In this leadership role, you will be responsible for overseeing other team members. This includes carrying out leadership responsibilities such as interviewing, hiring, training and coaching employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees and addressing complaints and resolving problems by following all of Helena’s policies, procedures and applicable laws. Work Environment & Physical Aspects of the Job The work environment for this position is that of a typical office environment where the noise level is mostly quiet. This position requires you to use your hands for many different tasks and to talk, hear, walk, stand and sit. You may be occasionally required to lift or move up to 10 pounds. Benefits at Helena Health, Dental & Vision Insurance starts the same day you do. Earn up to $3,000 in Reward Dollars from Helena for your Health Savings Account (HSA). Helena’s robust 401(k) Savings Plan offers a 100% company match up to 5% starting on your first day. As your years of service with Helena increase, so does our company match – up to 10% based on your contribution amount. Three‑year vesting on company match with 1,000 hours of service. Access your earned pay between paydays through Earned Wage Access (EWA) with DailyPay. Free Term Life Insurance at 1x your annual base pay – paid for by Helena at no cost to you. Free Short & Long‑Term Disability. Up to four weeks of paid parental leave. Education Assistance. And much more. Helena supports individuals with disabilities, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Helena is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC