Benefits Specialist

Ceva Santé Animale•Lenexa, KS

16d•Hybrid

About The Position

The success of a company depends on the passionate people we partner with. Together, let's share our talents. As a global leader in animal health, Ceva Animal Health believes our success is linked to our passionate people researching, developing, producing and supplying innovative health solutions for all animals, which contributes to the future of our diverse planet. We are committed to ensuring the highest possible level of care and well-being for farm animals (poultry, pigs, ruminants), companion animals (dogs and cats) and wildlife. Indeed, Our “Together, Beyond Animal Health” vision emphasizes that the health and wellbeing of people, animals and our planet are totally interlinked. More than ever, Ceva is committed to a "One Health" approach. As part of our “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” policy, Ceva Animal Heath is committed to the employment of people with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodations throughout the interview process to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for all applicants. To request an accommodation, please contact a member of the Ceva Talent Acquisition team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
2+ years of experience in benefits administration or HR-related roles.
Familiarity with benefits programs, including health insurance, and retirement plans.
Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, including ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, and COBRA.
Experience with HRIS systems, preferably Dayforce.

Responsibilities

Administer and manage the day-to-day operations of employee benefit programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and retirement plans.
Coordinate open enrollment periods, ensuring employees receive timely information and have the necessary tools to make informed decisions.
Process enrollments, changes, and terminations in the benefits system.
Respond to employee inquiries regarding benefits options, claims, and coverage.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., ERISA, ACA, FMLA, COBRA, HIPAA).
Maintain accurate and up-to-date benefits records and reports.
Assist with benefits audits and regulatory filings as necessary.
Act as the point of contact for employees regarding benefits-related questions and issues.
Develop and distribute communications to employees regarding benefits programs, changes, and updates.
Conduct benefits orientations and provide ongoing support to ensure employees understand their benefit options.
Liaise with external benefits vendors, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators to resolve issues, escalate claims, and ensure smooth delivery of benefits services.
Manage relationships with vendors, ensuring services are delivered efficiently and meet organizational needs.
Assist in the preparation of benefits-related reports for management and other stakeholders.
Analyze benefits data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
Monitor the effectiveness and cost of benefit plans and provide recommendations for optimization.