US Benefits Consultant

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Richmond, VAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
REQ 26 30399

Owens & Minor is a global healthcare solutions company providing essential products, services and technology solutions that support care delivery in leading hospitals, health systems and research centers around the world. For over 140 years, Owens & Minor has delivered comfort and confidence behind the scenes, so healthcare stays at the forefront, helping to make each day better for the hospitals, healthcare partners, and communities we serve.

Powered by more than 14,000 teammates worldwide, Owens & Minor exists because every day, everywhere,Life Takes Care.
** Global Reach with a Local Touch
*** 140+ years serving healthcare
* Over 14,000 teammates worldwide
* Serving healthcare partners in 80 countries
* Manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Honduras, Mexico, Thailand and Ireland
* 40+ distribution centers
* Portfolio of 300 propriety and branded product offerings
* 1,000 branded medical product suppliers
* 4,000 healthcare partners served
** Benefits**
* ** Comprehensive Healthcare Plan**-Medical, dental, and vision plans start on day one of employment for full-time teammates.
* ** Educational Assistance**-We offer educationalassistanceto all eligible teammates enrolled in an approved, accredited collegiate program.
* ** Employer-Paid Life Insurance and Disability**-We offer employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
* ** Voluntary Supplemental Programs** – We offer additional options to secure your financial future including supplemental life, hospitalization, critical illness, and other insurance programs.
* ** Support for your Growing Family** – Adoption assistance, fertility benefits (in medical plan) and parental leave are available for teammates planning for a family.
* ** Health Savings Account (HSA) and
401(k)**-We offer these voluntary financial programs to help teammates prepare for their future, as well as other voluntary benefits.
* ** Paid Leave**-In addition to sick days and short-term leave, we offer holidays, vacation days, personal days, andadditionaltypes of leave – including parental leave.
* ** Well-Being** – Also included in our offering is a Teammate Assistance Program (TAP), Calm Health, Cancer Resources Services, and discount programs – all at no cost to you.
* The anticipated salary range is up to **$**, will vary based on experience
*** Position Summary
** The Benefits Consultant plays a key role in administering and optimizing the organization’s U.S. Health & Welfare and recognition programs. This role ensures seamless operations, high‑quality vendor performance, and exceptional employee experience across all benefit offerings. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, strong analytical capability, and a service‑oriented mindset to support a growing global Total Rewards function.
** Key Responsibilities
**** Health & Welfare Plan Administration
*** Manage day‑to‑day administration of all U.S. Health & Welfare plans, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and voluntary benefits.
* Oversee eligibility, enrollment processes, plan updates, and issue resolution.
* Partner with HR Operations, Payroll, and external administrators to troubleshoot and resolve escalated employee benefit concerns.
* Support annual open enrollment, including testing, proofing, and employee communications.
** Vendor & Program Management
*** Serve as primary point of contact for benefit administration vendors (H&W, COBRA, FSA/HSA, EAP, telemedicine, and other third‑party providers).
* Monitor vendor SLAs, conduct performance reviews, track escalations, and drive service improvements.
* Coordinate with brokers, consultants, and carriers on renewals, system feeds, and corrective actions.
* Maintain documentation of plan provisions, vendor contacts, and process guides.
* Support the implementation of new benefit programs, vendor transitions, and maintain strong collaborative working relationships.
** Recognition Programs
*** Administer and support employee recognition programs (e.g., service awards, spot awards, global recognition tools).
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