Benefits Specialist

As the fastest-growing distributor of restaurant equipment, HVAC and residential appliance parts, we like to do things a little differently. First, you need to understand and demonstrate our Core Values with safety being your first priority . That’s key. But we’re also looking for unique enthusiasm, high integrity, courage to embrace change…and if you know a few jokes, that puts you on the top of our list!

Do you have a genius-level knowledge of original equipment manufacturer parts? If not, no problem! We’re more interested in passionate people with fresh ideas from different backgrounds. That’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We’re proud that our workplace has been recognized for its growth and innovation on the Inc. 5000 list 15 years in a row and the Crain’s Fast 50 list ten times.

We are honored to be voted by our Chicagoland team as a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace for the last four years.

If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, go above and beyond and put your ambition to work, all while having some fun, let’s chat – Apply Today!

• Team member appreciation events and recognition programs
• Volunteer opportunities
• Monthly IT stipend
• Casual dress code
• On-demand pay options:
  Access your pay as you earn it, to cover unexpected or even everyday expenses
• All the traditional benefits like health insurance, 401k/401k match, employee assistance programs and time away – don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.

We’re seeking a Benefits Specialist who’s ready to roll up their sleeves and help deliver an exceptional benefits experience to our team members. Reporting to the Benefits Manager, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring our benefits programs run accurately, compliantly, and seamlessly, while supporting a fast- growing growing organization . Benefits are more than programs, they’re how we support our people during life’s biggest moments.

From everyday healthcare needs to unexpected life events, your work ensures our team members feel supported, informed, and cared for.

You won’t just administer benefits. You’ll help power a people-first experience.

• Manage the full lifecycle of benefits administration including new hire enrollments, life events, eligibility updates, status changes, terminations, and core processes such as COBRA . Ensure all transactions are processed accurately, compliantly, and within established timelines.
• Assist in the coordination and execution of Open Enrollment, including system setup, testing, employee communications, educational materials, and post-enrollment audits to ensure accuracy and positive team member experience.
• Maintain accurate benefits data across systems by conducting regular audits of benefit records, monitoring eligibility files and carrier feeds, and reconciling data between HRIS (Dayforce), payroll, and carrier platforms. Proactively identify and correct discrepancies.
• Support compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations including ACA reporting, statutory plan administration, COBRA requirements, and annual reporting processes. Assist in preparing documentation and data for audits and regulatory filings.
• Partner closely with insurance carriers, brokers, and third-party administrators to ensure service excellence. Support issue resolution, performance monitoring, Open Enrollment planning and execution, and annual benefit audits. Help align vendor processes with internal standards and timelines.
• Serve as a trusted resource to local HR partners and team members by delivering clear, timely, and compassionate guidance on benefit programs, policies, and procedures. Respond to inquiries, troubleshoot issues, and resolve escalations in partnership with the Benefits Manager, payroll, carriers, and third-party vendors.
• Identify process improvement opportunities to streamline workflows, reduce errors, and elevate the overall team member experience. Recommend enhancements to systems, communication strategies, and operational practices.

We welcome candidates at different stages of their career. If you’re just getting started and excited to grow your skills or if you bring years of…