Sr. Benefits Specialist

6 months- could extend or potentially lead to full time role

Primarily remote after initial training

About The Job

Our Human Resources - Employee

Benefits team works with internal and external partners to ensure Danone

provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to engage employees

in health and financial wellbeing. By

joining our team, you will lead the administration of programs including medical,

prescription drug, life, disability, the EAP, and a suite of voluntary benefit

programs.

In this role, you will be

Responsible For

• Develops,
  
  

implements, and manages benefit policies, systems, programs, and

procedures. Manage the day-to-day administration of assigned benefit

program including vendor relationship - deploy meaningful communications that

promote assigned programs to increase engagement and awareness

• Administers
  
  

day-to-day operations of assigned programs - Subject Matter Expert for medical,

prescription drug, LOA and Disability, voluntary programs, EAP, customer

advocacy

• Ensures
  
  

the accuracy of benefit enrollment in the outsourced benefits platform

• Evaluates
  
  

and recommend the optimization of benefit programs (methods, providers, costs,

fiscal implications, and tools) in a coherent and harmonized manner. Work

with Vendors and Consultants to analyze the data and provide program experience

tracking

• Reviews,
  
  

reconciles, and approves benefit invoices for assigned programs

• Develops,
  
  

designs, distributes, and presents benefits information for new hire

orientations, open enrollment, and other informational sessions.

• Coordinates
  
  

and vendor manage administrative processing, work methods, resource

optimization, budget control, training, and development plans. Responds to

benefits inquiries, monitors eligibility status, and assists participants with

submitting and monitoring various claims.

• Collaborates
  
  

with internal partners (HRIS, Payroll, Legal, Safety, Procurement,

Communications and Finance teams) on the implementation, processing, budgeting,

forecasting, communication, and compliance of assigned benefits

programs.

• Assists
  
  

with developing and administering employee wellness programs, benefits fair,

and various events.

Vendor management/monitoring of assigned programs (research

best practices, analyze annual review data, implement program offerings,

increase engagement levels, develop communications, answer inquiries, maintain

compliance)

Responsible for ensuring the LOA Disability program

administration and process orientation is optimal for the employee

experience. Maintain review, education

and training with HR staff, Line Managers and Safety to ensure plan design and

rules are met

• Maintain
  
  

knowledge of market and legislative benefits trends and evaluate costs/benefits

to the company. Ensure team is adhering to all requirements of benefit

compliance (including but not limited to 5500 filings, 1094/5C filing, ARPA,

PPACA, NDT testing)

About You

You will have a bachelor’s degree

You will have 5 years’ experience working in Human Resources (primarily working in benefits)

You will have previous knowledge of Microsoft products, excel, PowerPoint, Word

Working knowledge of the standard principles of human

resources benefits management

You will have knowledge of employee benefits regulations,

language, principles and practices, and operating procedures.

You will have ability to effectively communicate orally and

in writing with co-workers, administrative personnel, benefit vendors, and the

public, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural

diversities, and disabilities.

Join the Cross Resource Group Team!

At Cross Resource Group, we value our employees and are dedicated to providing a rewarding and inclusive work environment. We are proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to meet the diverse needs of our team.

Employee Benefits Include

• Healthcare Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to ensure access to quality healthcare.
• Dental Insurance: Robust coverage for optimal oral health.
• Vision Insurance: Regular exams and corrective lenses covered.
• Disability Insurance: Short and long-term coverage protecting against loss of income due to illness or injury.
• Life Insurance: Providing financial security and peace of mind for our employees and their loved ones.
  
  

Why Choose Us?

Become a part of a dynamic team committed to professional growth and development. Explore our job openings and experience the rewards of being part of a company that values your health, happiness, and success