Benefits Manager

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Title:

Benefits Manager

Status:
Full-Time, Exempt

Company: T. Parker Host

Reports To:

Director of Human Resources

Location:

Headquarters - Avondale, LA

T. Parker Host is a century-old maritime company known for going above and beyond for our customers as both ship agents and terminal operators. We leverage our network of exceptional team members, assets, data-driven analytics and deep industry knowledge to add value to diverse cargoes throughout the supply chain.

HOST’s customer-tailored solutions and deep industry knowledge have led us to new undertakings and exponential growth. We now have over 20 agency, terminal and stevedoring operations throughout the U.S. East and Gulf coasts, all positioned to offer the exceptional level of service we’ve been providing for 100 years - driven by data, experience and our core principles.

All team members must demonstrate an ability to adhere and understand the core principles of the company. This team member must be able to provide value and depth to the Core Principles of Host.

• Our people are our greatest assets.
• Their safety is our top priority.
• We provide exceptional service.
• We believe every relationship is important.
• We are detectives, understanding all activities within our markets.
• We know today's opportunities are tomorrow's growth.
• We conduct all business with integrity.
• We build on our legacy.

The Benefits Manager is responsible for the day-to-day administration and coordination of the Company's employee benefits and leave programs. This position serves as the primary point of contact for benefits and leave-related matters and works closely with employees, HR leadership, payroll, benefit brokers, insurance carriers, and other vendors.

The Benefits Manager will ensure benefit and leave programs are administered accurately, consistently, and in accordance with applicable regulations, plan documents, and Company policies. This role requires strong attention to detail, follow-through, problem-solving skills, and the ability to independently manage routine benefits and leave matters while escalating complex issues to the Director of Human Resources as appropriate.

• Manage the day-to-day administration of employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, HSA/FSA, EAP, voluntary benefits, and other Company-sponsored programs.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefit questions, including eligibility, enrollment, qualifying life events, coverage issues, and benefit-related concerns.
• Manage benefit enrollments, changes, terminations, eligibility updates, payroll deductions, invoice reconciliation, and related benefit records, ensuring accuracy across HRIS and vendor systems.
• Manage employee leaves of absence from initial request through return to work,…