Benefits Manager, NA

Sandoz • Sandoz, CA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Sandoz continues to go through an exciting and transformative period as a global leader and pioneering provider of sustainable Biosimilar and Generic medicines. As we continue down this new and ambitious path, unique opportunities will present themselves, both professionally and personally. Join us, the future is ours to shape!

Position Location: This position will be located at the Princeton, NJ US Headquarters site. Our Sandoz flexible hybrid working approach allows US office-based employees to work up to 50% of their monthly workday remotely. This role will not have the ability to be located remotely. Preference will be given to local candidates not requiring relocation.

Travel Requirements: Travel as need for training and to perform job functions (less than 10%)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration or related discipline or equivalent professional experience is required.
• Proven experience in benefits administration and management, with a minimum of 5 years in similar role.
• Strong knowledge of employee benefit regulations and compliance (ACA, ERISA, etc).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
• Experience with benefits administration software and HRIS systems.
• Must have a thorough understanding of benefits principles, practices and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Independent decision-making skills and utilization of sound judgement.
• Strong project, process improvement and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects to completion with aggressive deadlines.
• Prior Canadian benefits administration experience

Responsibilities

• Manage the implementation and administration of employee benefit plans, policies, and procedures—including health and welfare, 401(k), and pension plans—for the US and Canada.
• Drive operational excellence and continuous process improvement through effective design, implementation, and administration of benefit systems and technology.
• Oversee vendor and third-party administrator relationships to ensure quality delivery, compliance with process requirements, and service expectations.
• Ensure all US benefit plans comply with federal and state regulations and partner with ERISA counsel to maintain plan documents and participant communications.
• Serve as the escalation point for complex employee inquiries while streamlining operational processes and improving day-to-day service delivery.
• Develop and deliver clear, engaging communication materials for benefits programs, including annual enrollment campaigns.
• Oversee daily administration of all employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, leave management, and wellness initiatives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with P&O, Legal, Payroll, Finance, and business leaders to align benefit offerings with talent and business strategies.

Benefits

• Sandoz offers a generous employee benefits package that includes a competitive salary, health insurance coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision, a generous company match for retirement savings accounts, and generous paid time off.
• We also follow a hybrid work policy that combines a mix of in-person and remote work to allow our employees flexibility.
• The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $103,600 – $ 192,400; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/25 through 12/31/25, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills and abilities.
• The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
• If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees