Corporate Benefits Administrator

Bunzl Career•St. Louis, MO

20d•Hybrid

About The Position

Corporate Benefits Administrator The Corporate Benefits Administrator is responsible for day-to-day administrative operations of group benefit programs (group health, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending plan, 401(k) plan and retirement plan). This position is a hybrid role located in St. Louis, MO and requires 2 days a week in-office. Bunzl is a leading supplier and distributor nationwide. We have been around since the early 80’s and have grown over the years to a $10 Billion Dollar business. We operate 100+ distribution centers from coast to coast across the US, in Canada, Puerto Rico and Mexico. Bunzl Distribution offers competitive salaries, a comfortable work environment, and a full range of benefits including a 401k with a company match. Bunzl Distribution has a tradition of commitment to equal employment opportunity. It is the established policy to attract and retain the best qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status as provided by law.

Requirements

Two+ years related employee benefit administration experience preferred but not required.
Excellent verbal and written communication and organization skills are required
Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to utilize MS Word, Excel, Power Point,
Strong analytical skills including significant experience with Excel including formulas, filters and vlookup functions
Ability to work effectively in a team environment with associates
Capability of effective planning and priority setting, while being flexible
Ability to manage several complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines
Ability to understand, evaluate and make sound decisions
Determine proper course of action to resolve escalated employee issues
The ability to work as a team with Regional Human Resources, Actuary, Accounting, and Legal counsel on benefits issues
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with insurance companies, pharmacy provider, attorneys, third party administrators, other benefits vendors and outside consultants
Desire to work in a fast-changing landscape of Employee Benefits
Have the ability to maintain confidentiality with all information is a must
Ability to work well with others and fosters a positive work environment that supports and builds a culture of customer focus, collaboration, accountability and innovation.
Strong interpersonal skills to effectively handle issues concerning employees, administrative procedures with internal and external resources.
High School diploma required.
Bachelor’s degree Human Resources or related field or equivalent experience required.

Nice To Haves

Certified Employee Benefit Specialist certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform moderately complex and routine tasks associated with the administration of the following employee benefit plans: health care & prescription drug, dental plan, vision plan, HCRA/LPFSA/DCRA, group life, short term disability, long term disability, accidental death & dismemberment and voluntary benefits
First line of response for regional HR team regarding routine and non-routine issues such as claim problems, enrollment, interpretation of plan provisions, lost ID cards, eligibility status changes (marriage, death, divorce, birth, etc.) requests for phone numbers, and websites
Work closely with third party administrator on “cases” that are opened by the service center to resolve an employee’s question or issue
Monitor reports to ensure information properly flows from payroll to third party administrator preventing log in issues for employees
Review of error reports from vendors
Leave of Absence and direct bill benefit monitoring
Report analysis and mailings
Interact with service providers to proactively identify problems and issues and work to resolve and preserve data integrity
Ensure that benefit plans are administered according to plan documents and governmental regulations
Assist with special projects as assigned
Support open enrollment with administrative duties and/or conduct presentations
Employee Stock Purchase Plan administration including monthly contributions and eligibility notifications