Director, Benefit Programs

Fresenius Medical Care-posted 4 months ago
Senior
Waltham, MA
5,001-10,000 employees
Ambulatory Health Care Services
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The Director of Benefits is a strategic leader within Human Resources, responsible for the design, implementation, and oversight of comprehensive employee benefits programs. This role ensures that offerings are competitive, cost-effective, and compliant with federal and state regulations. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in benefits strategy, strong leadership capabilities, and a data-driven approach to decision-making.

  • Develop and lead benefits strategies aligned with organizational goals and workforce needs.
  • Serve as a key advisor on industry trends, particularly within healthcare and related sectors.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to shape long-term benefits planning and objectives.
  • Direct benefits operations to ensure efficient administration and goal achievement.
  • Lead and mentor benefits team members to foster a high-performing, engaged workforce.
  • Manage vendor relationships and ensure adherence to service agreements and performance standards.
  • Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, and other applicable regulations.
  • Oversee audits and maintain documentation for regulatory reporting.
  • Conduct financial and operational analysis of benefit plans to identify cost drivers and opportunities.
  • Partner with Finance to manage budgets, forecast spend and optimize plan performance.
  • Negotiate contracts with carriers, brokers, PBMs, and other vendors to maximize value.
  • Lead initiatives to enhance employee understanding and appreciation of benefits.
  • Partner with HR Communications to develop materials for employee education and outreach.
  • Serve as a senior escalation point for complex benefits inquiries.
  • Work closely with HR, Finance, and Legal to align benefits strategy with broader business objectives.
  • Present recommendations and updates to executive leadership.
  • Bachelor's Degree required; Advanced Degree preferred.
  • 10+ years' related experience.
  • SHRM Certification (SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP) or CEBS is desirable, or a plus.
  • Strong management skills with the ability to lead cohesive and productive teams.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of management through diplomacy and tact.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in word processing, presentation, and email/web-based applications.
  • Knowledge of related benefits and welfare legal standards; such as ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA and FLSA.
  • Experience managing multi-state or complex benefits programs within a large multinational organization.
  • Proven success in cost containment and vendor performance optimization.
  • Strong background in managing PBM's and rebate programs.
  • Experience on the Broker side of employee benefits beneficial.
  • Drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
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