Benefits Specialist

Who We Are: Kontoor Brands, Inc. (KTB) is the parent company of Wrangler®, Lee® and Rock & Republic®, with owned manufacturing facilities in Mexico and Nicaragua. Kontoor also owns and operates over 140 retail stores across the globe. Our global company employs more than 15,000 people in 65 countries, with world headquarters in Greensboro, North Carolina, and regional headquarters in Geneva and Hong Kong. Job Posting: Benefits Specialist We are looking to add a Benefits Specialist to the Benefits team. This role will be responsible for a variety of general benefit tasks. This individual will maintain data in the benefit administration system, assist employees with questions and issues, work with external vendors, assist with open enrollment tasks and support other activities owned by the Global Benefits team as needed. Responsibilities Administer eligibility of benefit programs maintaining accurate data; partner with employee, local HRBPs, payroll and vendor partners as needed Respond to employee questions and assist with employee issues relating to benefits Work with outside partners such as brokers and carriers to resolve issues timely; serve as a liaison between insurance providers and employees Support the design of annual benefits and manage open enrollment process including benefit administration system design and testing, open enrollment preparation and communication, training and audit of open enrollment data Assist with administering new hire benefit orientation Review vendor error reports, research and identify issue and escalate for resolution Review and process vendor invoices Requirements 3 Years Benefits administration experience Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; ability to explain programs/policies in a way that is understood by others Strong Analytical, problem solving, project management and Microsoft Office skills including Word & Excel Ability to work with employees at all levels within the company as well develop positive working relationships with vendors and third-party administrators Experience handling a variety of projects simultaneously in a fast-paced business environment, the ability to work independently in a remote environment with minimal supervision and excel at meeting tight deadlines Must possess a continuous improvement mindset; identify, recommend and implement process changes Why Kontoor Brands? At Kontoor, we offer a comprehensive benefit package to fit your lifestyle and our benefits are crafted with the same care as our products. When our employees are healthy, secure and well, they bring their best selves to work. Kontoor Brands supports you with a competitive benefits program that provides choice and flexibility to meet your and your family’s needs – now and in the future. We offer resources to support your physical, emotional, social and financial wellbeing, plus benefits like discounts on our apparel. Kontoor Brands also provides four weeks of Paid Parental Leave to eligible employees who are new parents, Flexible Fridays and tuition reimbursement. Our Kontoor D&I Mission At Kontoor, we believe that D&I is a key enabler to a culture that empowers us to work with passion and confidence, shaping our brand and future. Our Kontoor D&I Commitment Create a global workforce of high-performing teams that both unlocks our individual uniqueness and harnesses our collaborative talents Ensure an equitable environment that attracts & promotes diverse workforce Foster inclusivity, ensuring employees feel they can bring their whole selves to work Kontoor Brands, Inc. Kontoor Brands is a lifestyle apparel company with a strong established global footprint. We operate in more than 50 countries, with corporate offices in the United States, Europe and Asia, as well as internal manufacturing facilities located in the Western Hemisphere. This is an exciting time to be a part of Kontoor Brands globally, as we are focused on leveraging our global platform to drive brand growth and are committed to further geographic expansion. Kontoor Brands, Inc. Diversity Vision Statement Kontoor Brands is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers and the communities in which we live and conduct business. The continued success and growth of Kontoor Brands is enhanced through initiatives that promote diversity throughout Kontoor Brands around the world. Kontoor Brands is an equal employment opportunity/ affirmative action employer of minorities, females, protected veterans and the disabled. Kontoor Brands is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, and treating our Kontoor Brands associates and Kontoor Brands applicants without discrimination on the basis of their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected factor. __________________________________________________________ **Current Kontoor Brands Employees CLICK HERE TO APPLY! __________________________________________________________