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Senior Manager, Benefits Strategy

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Job Description:

This role will lead the ongoing optimization of our employee benefits programs. This person will ensure benefit offerings serve as a recruiting and retention tool positively impacting the associate experience. This person will also be managing vendor relationships to drive value and efficiency with benefit offerings. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with deep knowledge of the benefits landscape and a track record of executing forward-thinking, data-driven strategies.

Job Responsibility:

  • Analyze current benefits plans, utilization, and employee feedback to recommend enhancements
  • Ensure the organization is taking advantage of all cost-saving opportunities
  • Benchmark against industry peers and identify competitive opportunities in health, welfare, and wellness offerings
  • Manage relationships with insurance carriers, brokers, TPAs, and wellness vendors
  • Negotiate contracts and renewals to ensure cost-effectiveness and service excellence
  • Monitor and manage benefits budgets, forecasts, and performance analytics
  • Develop and execute communication plans for benefits education, open enrollment, and life events
  • Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure employees understand and maximize their benefits
  • Utilize employee feedback and engagement surveys to inform strategy and improvements

Requirements:

  • 8+ years progressive experience in employee benefits and/or financial analysis (Required)
  • 4-6 years benefits vendor management (Required)
  • Four-year college degree or equivalent experience. In Human Resources, Management, or Finance (Required)
  • Proven success in developing and executing benefits strategy at a mid-to-large organization (Required)
  • Strong data analysis, financial acumen, and project management skills (Required)
  • Exceptional communication and influence skills, with experience advising senior leadership (Required)
  • Experience with benefits administration platforms and HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, ADP, bswift, etc.) (Required)
What we offer:
  • health and dental insurance
  • 401k retirement savings with company match
  • flex spending account
  • paid personal time off
  • paid company holidays
  • parental leave
  • employee eyewear discount

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 04, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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