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Job description
Senior Benefits Administrator
Job Locations
US-MO-Saint Louis
Primary Posting Location : City
Saint Louis
Primary Posting Location : State/Province
MO
Primary Posting Location : Postal Code
63105
Primary Posting Location : Country
US
Requisition ID
Position Type
Full Time
Category
Professional: (IT, Finance, Legal, HR, Talent Acquisition, Administrative, Customer Service)
Minimum
USD $67,200.00/Yr.
Maximum
USD $84,000.00/Yr.
Summary
Advantage Solutions is one of North America's leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management, and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers, and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics, and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.
The Senior Benefits Administrator is responsible for the advanced, independent administration and ongoing management of the company's employee benefits programs, including health and welfare plans, retirement programs, leave of absence administration, and related policies. This role exercises discretion and independent judgment in the interpretation and application of benefit plan provisions and regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state laws.
Responsibilities
Manage assigned employee benefit programs including health and welfare plans, voluntary benefits, and retirement plans in alignment with plan parameters, enrollment, and regulatory requirements
Provide tier two benefits resolution and support for employees
Serve as liaison between thirdparty benefit vendors and employees by advising on eligibility, coverage, and benefits matters and resolving escalated issues or enrollment corrections
Audit and analyze employee benefit changes in payroll systems and with thirdparty vendors
Identify and recommend enhancements to benefits websites, content, and thirdparty benefit links
Assist with coordination, facilitation, and communication of open enrollment activities
Compile and maintain benefits records including required documentation and state or court forms
Train and mentor benefits specialists and delegate tasks as appropriate
Qualifications
Education Requirements: Associate degree (or equivalent experience)
Experience Requirements: 3-5 years experience in relevant field
Travel requirement: No travel requirements
Supervisor Responsibility
Direct Reports: This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports
Indirect Reports: Does not have direct reports, but may delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports
Required Knowledge and Skills
Working knowledge of employee benefits regulations and compliance requirements
Advanced understanding of benefit plan administration and trends
Knowledge of health and welfare and retirement benefit programs
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Analytical and problemsolving capabilities
Proficiency with office productivity tools including spreadsheets, word processing, and presentations
Experience with human resources information systems
Environmental & Physical Requirements
Office / Sedentary Requirements: Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically, requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may require the ability to lift up to 10lbs.
Additional Information Regarding Job Duties
Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one's supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job positions, or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by law.
Job Will Remain Open Until Filled
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Responsibilities
The Company is one of North America's leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management, and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers, and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics, and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.
Responsibilities
Manage assigned employee benefit programs including health and welfare plans, voluntary benefits, and retirement plans in alignment with plan parameters, enrollment, and regulatory requirements
Provide tier two benefits resolution and support for employees
Serve as liaison between thirdparty benefit vendors and employees by advising on eligibility, coverage, and benefits matters and resolving escalated issues or enrollment corrections
Audit and analyze employee benefit changes in payroll systems and with thirdparty vendors
Identify and recommend enhancements to benefits websites, content, and thirdparty benefit links
Assist with coordination, facilitation, and communication of open enrollment activities
Compile and maintain benefits records including required documentation and state or court forms
Train and mentor benefits specialists and delegate tasks as appropriate
Qualifications
Education Requirements: Associate degree (or equivalent experience)
Experience Requirements: 3-5 years experience in relevant field
Travel requirement: No travel requirements
Supervisor Responsibility
Direct Reports: This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports
Indirect Reports: Does not have direct reports, but may delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports
Required Knowledge and Skills
Working knowledge of employee benefits regulations and compliance requirements
Advanced understanding of benefit plan administration and trends
Knowledge of health and welfare and retirement benefit programs
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Analytical and problemsolving capabilities
Proficiency with office productivity tools including spreadsheets, word processing, and presentations
Experience with human resources information systems
Environmental & Physical Requirements
Office / Sedentary Requirements: Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically, requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may require the ability to lift up to 10lbs.
Additional Information Regarding Job Duties
Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one's supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job positions, or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by law.
Important Information
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of associates so classified. The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by law.
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