Benefits Analyst

. Crane Worldwide Logistics . • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Essential Job Functions Benefits Administration Administer employee benefits programs (health, dental, vision, retirement, wellness, and leave programs) Manage enrollments, changes, and terminations in HRIS/benefits systems Coordinate with vendors and brokers to ensure smooth plan operations Data Analysis & Reporting Analyze benefits utilization, costs, and trends Prepare reports and dashboards for HR leadership and finance teams Support budgeting and forecasting for benefits expenses Compliance & Regulatory Support Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA) Assist with audits, filings, and required reporting (e.g., 5500 forms) Maintain accurate documentation and plan records Vendor Management Act as a liaison between the organization and benefits providers Evaluate vendor performance and assist in contract renewals Support RFP processes and vendor selection Employee Support & Communication Respond to employee inquiries regarding benefits coverage and claims Develop and distribute benefits communication materials Support open enrollment processes, including education sessions Program Improvement Identify opportunities to improve benefits offerings and employee experience Benchmark benefits against industry standards Recommend cost-saving strategies without compromising quality Other duties as assigned Other Skills & Abilities Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Advanced Excel/data analysis skills preferred Knowledge of benefits regulations and compliance requirements Attention to detail and high level of accuracy Strong communication and customer service skills Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information Physical Requirements Talking, hearing and using hands to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and other computer components Sitting for extended periods of time Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources preferred 3+ years of experience in benefits administration or HR analytics Experience with HRIS and benefits platforms CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES Professional certification may be required in some areas. WHY SHOULD YOU WORK FOR CRANE? At Crane, we believe in providing our employees with excellent benefits at a Great Place to Work. We offer: Quarterly Incentive Plan 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job Employee Referral Bonuses Employee Recognition and Rewards Program Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities Employee Discounts Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates Come join the leader in logistics and take your career in the right direction. Disclaimer: 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 to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify Check. More Information: http://www.dhs.gov/e-verify Company benefits are contingent upon meeting eligibility requirements and plan conditions.

Requirements

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced Excel/data analysis skills preferred
• Knowledge of benefits regulations and compliance requirements
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Talking, hearing and using hands to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and other computer components
• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources preferred
• 3+ years of experience in benefits administration or HR analytics
• Experience with HRIS and benefits platforms
• Professional certification may be required in some areas.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits programs (health, dental, vision, retirement, wellness, and leave programs)
• Manage enrollments, changes, and terminations in HRIS/benefits systems
• Coordinate with vendors and brokers to ensure smooth plan operations
• Analyze benefits utilization, costs, and trends
• Prepare reports and dashboards for HR leadership and finance teams
• Support budgeting and forecasting for benefits expenses
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA)
• Assist with audits, filings, and required reporting (e.g., 5500 forms)
• Maintain accurate documentation and plan records
• Act as a liaison between the organization and benefits providers
• Evaluate vendor performance and assist in contract renewals
• Support RFP processes and vendor selection
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding benefits coverage and claims
• Develop and distribute benefits communication materials
• Support open enrollment processes, including education sessions
• Identify opportunities to improve benefits offerings and employee experience
• Benchmark benefits against industry standards
• Recommend cost-saving strategies without compromising quality
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Quarterly Incentive Plan
• 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
• Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
• Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
• Employee Discounts
• Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees