Global Benefits Manager

FLSmidth Cement•Allentown, PA

About The Position

The Global Benefits Manager is responsible for the strategic design, governance, and administration of the organization’s global benefits programs, including health and welfare plans, retirement programs, workers’ compensation, and leave of absence management. This role ensures regulatory compliance across jurisdictions, drives cost discipline aligned to financial objectives, and delivers a competitive, market-aligned total rewards experience that supports attraction, retention, and workforce engagement. The position serves as the primary liaison with benefits brokers, insurers, and third-party administrators, while partnering closely with Finance, Payroll, Legal, and regional HR leaders to ensure operational excellence and risk mitigation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Finance, or related field; certifications (CEBS, CBP, SHRM-SCP) preferred
8–12+ years of progressive experience in benefits/total rewards, including global or multi-state programs
Strong expertise in workers’ compensation and leave management
Knowledge of compensation, benefits design, labor laws, and regulatory compliance
Experience with budgeting, resource allocation, vendor management, and cost modeling
Strong English communication skills (written and verbal) with ability to communicate complex information clearly
Strong customer and stakeholder orientation with focus on service quality and delivery
Excellent active listening and reading comprehension skills for complex HR and business documents
Strong verbal and written communication skills for reporting and stakeholder engagement
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with sound judgment and attention to detail
Ability to analyze situations, evaluate alternatives, and develop effective solutions in a global context

Nice To Haves

Experience in private equity-backed or high-growth environments preferred

Responsibilities

Global Benefits Strategy & Design Lead the design and ongoing optimization of global health, welfare, retirement, disability, and ancillary benefit programs
Benchmark plans against market data and provide cost/competitiveness analysis
Recommend plan design enhancements aligned to financial targets and talent strategy
Develop multi-year benefits roadmap tied to organizational priorities 2.
Workers’ Compensation & Leave Management Oversee workers’ compensation program administration, claims governance, and vendor performance
Monitor claim trends and implement risk mitigation strategies
Manage global leave programs (FMLA, statutory leaves, disability, parental leave, etc.)
Ensure compliant and consistent leave administration across regions
Partner with HSEQ and Legal on risk reduction and employee case management 3.
Compliance & Risk Governance Ensure compliance with applicable local, state, federal, and international regulations (e.g., ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, GDPR where applicable)
Manage required regulatory filings, audits, and reporting
Oversee plan documentation and governance controls
Monitor legislative changes and advise leadership on risk exposure 4.
Vendor & Broker Management Serve as primary liaison with benefits brokers, insurers, and third-party administrators
Lead RFP processes and vendor selection
Negotiate contracts and service-level agreements
Conduct quarterly vendor performance reviews 5.
Open Enrollment & Employee Experience Lead global open enrollment strategy and execution
Develop communication materials and decision-support tools
Ensure seamless integration between HRIS, payroll, and benefits systems
Oversee employee education campaigns and benefits awareness initiatives 6.
Financial Stewardship & Reporting Manage benefits budget forecasting and cost modeling
Analyze trends in utilization, claims, and premium spend
Prepare executive-level reporting dashboards
Partner with Finance on accruals and financial planning 7.
Wellness & Preventive Programs Design and implement wellness initiatives that reduce long-term cost exposure
Promote safety, preventive care, and employee wellbeing
Measure ROI and engagement effectiveness