Manager, Benefits

Scout Motors • Charlotte, NC

4d • $120,000 - $145,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and trucks and will do so once again.
But Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.
The Scout brand is all about respect. Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn’t been around for a while, electrifying it, digitizing it, and loading it with American innovation. Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers. Respect for both work and play, with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute. And respect for our customers by developing two powertrains that meet their requirements — an all-electric powertrain as well as the Harvester™ range extender powertrain which includes a built-in gas-powered generator with an estimated 500 miles of combined range.
At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout employee? Someone who is a visionary and a leader, who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion.
Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in benefits administration
• Thorough knowledge and depth of experience of employee benefit plans, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
• Ability to scale a benefits program as the business scales
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Customer centric and business partnering mindset.
• Detail-oriented with great organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, enthusiastic attitude, and growth mindset
• Minimum of High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required for all roles at Scout Motors, Inc.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with large, diverse workforces in a manufacturing setting is preferred.
• Automotive experience is a plus, not a must.
• Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) preferred.
• Experience transitioning to self-funded plans preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with HR leadership and benefits brokers to design, implement, and manage competitive, compliant, and cost-effective benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, 401(k), wellness, etc.).
• Oversee day-to-day benefits and wellness administration, ensuring compliance with ACA, ERISA, IRS, DOL, COBRA, HIPAA, and related regulations, including nondiscrimination testing.
• Manage all leave of absence (LOA) programs (FMLA, parental, personal), ensuring regulatory compliance, accurate payroll coordination, and positive employee experience.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee benefit inquiries, resolving issues and providing guidance on benefit plan usage, enrollments, and corrections.
• Work directly with carriers and vendors to ensure enrollment accuracy and timely issue resolution.
• Ensure full compliance across all benefit plans, including plan documents, SPDs, SARs, participant notices, audits, and regulatory filings.
• Lead annual benefit compliance audits and support financial audits, information requests, and litigation as a subject matter expert.
• Maintain current knowledge of benefits regulations and industry trends to ensure ongoing compliance and market competitiveness.
• Lead the annual open enrollment process, including project management, system testing, vendor coordination, communications, and timely submission of enrollment data.
• Manage benefits configuration, integrations, and workflows within HRIS, overseeing data migration, testing, invoicing accuracy, remittances, and reimbursements.
• Conduct routine and ad hoc benefits data analysis to support compliance, operational accuracy, and alignment with company financial objectives.
• Develop, document, and continuously improve benefits procedures to ensure consistent administration and operational efficiency.
• Conduct new hire benefits orientation and develop ongoing employee education resources, including maintaining benefits intranet content.
• Educate managers and HR partners on benefits programs, policies, and processes.
• Provide leadership on key benefits initiatives and coach junior team members, including the Total Rewards Analyst, to support team goals and capability growth.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance benefits operations and the overall employee experience.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive insurance including: Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with: An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including: 20 days planned PTO, as accrued 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
• Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
• Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave
• Corporate Vehicle Program with: Eligibility for 1 assigned vehicle A mobility stipend

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED