Benefits Manager

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As a family-owned company under our fourth generation of leadership, we have built our business based on the principles of trust, integrity, and a desire to help our customers and employees succeed.

Since 1926, we’ve supported the strength of our communities by supplying equipment for critical infrastructure and commerce, and by funding programs that advance social and economic vitality. Being around for nearly 100 years means we change and pivot to capture opportunities and avoid challenges. We make smart investments in our company and continuously improve as part of our vision to be a trailblazing company that’s built to last.

We’re looking for hard-working, team-oriented professionals who enjoy working on new challenges every day. We believe our employees are the key to our success, and we’re committed to providing a work experience that helps our team grow to their full potential.

Join a leading solutions provider and be a part of a group of highly skilled technicians, sales and support team members who exist to serve as a trusted partner to our customers, communities, and fellow employees.

Summary

The Benefits Manager plays a key leadership role within the Human Resources function and is responsible for the strategic design, implementation, communication, and ongoing administration of comprehensive employee benefit programs. This includes oversight of health and welfare plans, retirement and savings programs, wellness initiatives, and fringe benefits. Serving as the organization’s subject matter expert on benefits, this role ensures alignment with business strategy, regulatory compliance, cost optimization, and employee engagement.

The Benefits Manager partners cross-functionally to deliver data-driven recommendations and execute initiatives that enhance the employee experience and support a healthy, high-performing workforce. The Benefits Specialist reports to this role.

Essential Functions

• Lead the design, development, and continuous improvement of benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, wellness, and fringe offerings.
• Evaluate current programs for competitiveness, compliance, employee value, and cost-effectiveness using benchmarking data and industry trends.
• Recommend enhancements based on workforce demographics, business priorities, and financial considerations.
• Oversee the day-to-day administration of all benefit plans and policies. Ensure effective execution of annual enrollment, new hire onboarding, and qualifying life event changes.
• Manage leave programs including FMLA, ADA, STD, LTD, and ensure coordination with applicable benefit plans.
• Lead wellness program strategy, vendor partnerships, and communications to promote employee wellbeing and preventive care.
• Manage 401(k) and other retirement plan operations including compliance testing, participant education, vendor coordination, and audits.
• Partner with Finance and Legal to ensure ERISA and IRS compliance for all retirement-related activities.
• Monitor plan performance and employee engagement; develop initiatives to increase participation and financial wellness.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state laws (e.g., ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, IRS, DOL).
• Prepare and submit required filings and audits, including Form 5500 and other regulatory documentation.
• Maintain and regularly update process documentation and SOPs for all benefit administration functions.
• Serve as primary liaison to brokers, carriers, and TPAs. Lead vendor evaluations, renewals, contract negotiations, and service delivery oversight.
• Reconcile and approve monthly invoices, ensuring accurate and timely payment of premiums and fees.
• Develop and deliver engaging benefits education through presentations, digital platforms, and individual consultations.
• Resolve escalated employee inquiries with empathy and professionalism while ensuring compliance with plan provisions.
• Partner with internal communications and HRBP teams to cascade key benefit messages across the organization.
• Leverage data to evaluate program effectiveness, identify trends, and support decision-making.
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