Benefits Manager; Phoenix,AZ Job Phoenix area,Arizona USA,Management

Position: Benefits Manager (Phoenix, AZ)

SUNLAND ASPHALT

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Overview

Sunland Asphalt & Construction, LLC. strives to recruit top talent and we are committed to help you grow both professionally and personally. We are confident you will find our Company a dynamic and rewarding place in which to work because here at Sunland Asphalt our vision is:
To be the best place in the world to work.

Benefits

Competitive Weekly Pay and Paid Time Off
401(K) with Employer Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Work/Life Balance and Community Involvement
Comprehensive Health Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision
Life/Disability Insurances
Award Winning Peers & Projects
And A Foundation Built on Safety

POSITION PURPOSE

Drawing from a deep specialization in benefits, this position is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing employee benefits programs that support organizational goals, comply with legal requirements, and meet the diverse needs of employees. This role partners with HR, finance, and external vendors to ensure the delivery of competitive, cost-effective, and compliant benefits offerings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Manages the execution and effective administration of complex health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, and wellness programs. This includes managing the day-to-day benefit operations with precision and urgency.

Leads the annual benefits processes, including open enrollment, plan renewals, employee communications, and wellness initiatives. Conducts a competitive analysis to ensure benefit programs are competitive. Ensures benefits are cost-effective and aligned with the organizational strategy.

Analyzes plan performance, budgets and costs, identifying opportunities for improvement. Monitors benefits utilization and recommends enhancements or changes based on data and industry trends.

Develops and delivers clear communication and education materials to increase awareness and understanding of benefit program offerings. This includes developing and implementing a wellness campaign to promote overall health and wellbeing.

Manages relationships with brokers, carriers and third-party administrators. Negotiates renewals, contracts, and service agreements to optimize cost and service levels. This includes partnering with vendors to resolve issues and maintain plan integrity.

Manages the benefit plan billing and reconciliation processes to ensure timely and accurate payment to vendors.

Oversees compliance activities, including IRS 5500 reporting, 401(k) plan audits, non-discrimination testing, ACA reporting, and Medicare Part D notices. This includes ensuring adherence to COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, ADA, and ACA requirements.

Administers all leave programs, including FMLA, ADA, short and long-term disability, and other statutory or company-sponsored leaves. Ensures employees and managers are supported throughout the leave process, including benefit coordination and return-to-work planning.

Collaborates with senior total rewards leadership to design benefit strategies that meet the business needs.

Participates in the assessment, selection and implementation of benefits systems, ensuring continuity of information between systems and vendors.

MARGINAL OR ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

Champions process improvements to promote operational efficiency and employee satisfaction.

Monitors regulatory changes and updates policies and practices accordingly.

Plays a key role in M&A activity, specifically the due diligence, alignment, and integration of employee benefits offerings.

Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBLITIES

This position has direct supervisory responsibility for paraprofessional and professional level employees. This includes hiring, performance management and development of the team.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Must possess a knowledge of Benefits as normally obtained through the completion of a bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or related field.
Seven plus years of progressively responsible experience managing benefit design, administration, and compliance at a multi-state level, including retirement plan management. Must also have proven experience providing oversight to leave of absence programs.
At least five years managing and developing a team of paraprofessionals and professionals is required.
Proven experience leading RFPs and spearheading vendor selection and management for complex benefits programs.
Proven successful project management experience from cradle to grave. This includes the effective implementation for enterprise-wide projects and user adoption.
Must possess business acumen, analytical skills, and strong problem-solving skills. Proven experience implementing metrics to gauge team and benefits performance is required.
Ability to organize and manage multiple projects and activities in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Change management and user adoption support required.
Exceptional attention to detail,…


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