Benefits Director - Montvale, United States - Benjamin Moore

Description

Benefits Director

Overview

At Benjamin Moore, we empower our team members to achieve their goals and make a positive impact in our communities. We offer a rewarding and inspiring work environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, and a strong sense of camaraderie. Our culture of excellence and transparency encourages our colleagues to bring their authentic selves and unique perspectives/ideas every day. With 140 years of rich history behind our brand, we know that our people are the driving force behind our success. We believe in investing in our colleagues by offering work-life balance, competitive/ benefits, ongoing learning/continuing education, and skill development. Through a positive and engaging workplace, we facilitate growth, development, and fulfillment for all.

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Job Summary

We are seeking a Benefits Director to act as the subject matter expert in design and delivery in support of the organization's overall benefits strategy. The Benefits Director oversees both the day-to-day administration of our benefit programs as well as the strategic overview of the plans. Designs, implements, administers, and evaluates group medical, dental, prescription, disability, and life plans for employees of Benjamin Moore & Co. Ensures that the organization remains competitive in the marketplace.

Responsibilities

Drive the continued overall design, administration, delivery, and support of the organization's benefits programs and related procedures to ensure successful adoption and compliance with all applicable laws and to maximize employee satisfaction.

Continually evaluate existing benefits programs and processes using competitive data, industry trends, and cost analysis; make recommendations for enhancements or improvements in support of strategic initiatives or as triggered by changes to available environments, regulation, technology, tools, or business needs.

Serve as lead on the Benefits Committee and as the subject matter expert; act as an internal benefits consultant and educator to employees, HR Business Partners, and others.

Responsible for leading the Benefits and Payroll teams; grow and engage employees aligned to our strategic pillar; create an inclusive environment for all; coach team to build capability for future needs.

Maintain a continuous knowledge of competitive benefits and trends, and a clear understanding of the integration with other groups (e.g. HRIS, payroll, accounting, etc.)

Responsible for the development of the annual Benefits operating budget and ongoing monitoring to identify variances and underlying causes.

Oversee the contracts for all vendors and manages the RFP process for new contracts and renewals with the Procurement and Legal groups.

Develops benefit program communication campaigns, including direction of preparation and distribution of communication materials, including electronic communication, and plans management and employee meetings.

Responsible for evaluating, selecting, and directing benefits consultants, actuaries, brokers, and necessary legal counsel.

Provides assistance in resolving Benefits issues with both employees and providers.

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in benefits design and administration with 5 years in a management-level position.

A minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required.

Demonstrated leadership skills

Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Must be able to deal effectively with all levels of employees, management, outside benefits professionals (insurance contacts, TPA, actuaries), legal counsel and regulatory agencies.

Deals with ambiguity and can change directions when needed

Ability to compile, analyze, interpret, and present employee information and data accurately and with attention to detail

Critical thinker with strong time-management, organization, multi-tasking, and prioritization skills to meet deadlines

Must be flexible and a strong team player

Sound public speaking skills

Compensation Philosophy

At Benjamin Moore, our brand represents excellence, and we strive to provide a comprehensive total rewards package to match. In addition to competitive base salary, every exempt and non-exempt role in our organization is eligible for a performance-based annual raise and bonus in recognition of their efforts that contribute to the success of our organization. We conduct regular pay audits, using both external market data and internal comparisons to ensure that our employees are compensated fairly and equitably. During our annual compensation review, we implement merit, equity, and promotion increases after a full calibration across all roles. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most. In addition to our monetary compensation package, Benjamin Moore provides a full range of benefits that are personalized to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally, both through the big milestones and in your everyday life.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Benjamin Moore, we believe diversity of culture, talent, and varying perspectives is key to a collaborative, innovative, and successful business. We are committed to driving change within our organization through purposeful Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) efforts, while also focusing on our customers and communities in which we serve. Our DE&I efforts allow each of us to authentically live our corporate values of Openness, Integrity, Community, Excellence and Safety. Our Social Impact programming of strategic local and national partnerships, in-kind donations, volunteerism, and more expands our ability to make a difference in the lives of all of our stakeholders. We hope you will join us and become an advocate for diversity and inclusion here at Benjamin Moore.

At Benjamin Moore & Co, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive because it benefits our employees, our products, and our community. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Benjamin Moore is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program

Benjamin Moore provides Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program to support eligible active employees who graduated from an accredited post-secondary educational institution. The Repayment Program is intended to contribute to reducing employee's student loans. The Company follows all rules and regulations concerning the taxability of student loan repayments provided under applicable law.

EOE

Benjamin Moore & Co. is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to a culture of inclusion and diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Our commitment to these principles means all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need.