Senior Consultant, Benefits Product Design

Bristol Myers Squibb • Tampa, FL

3d • $81,260 - $98,468 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Consultant, Benefits Product Design (PDD) role focuses on implementing and supporting benefits projects and process improvement initiatives, with customer-centric, change management and compliance mindset. This position requires a blend of strategic planning, and operational excellence to ensure the delivery of benefits services align with organizational goals and employee needs. The Senior consultant will be responsible for data management, and enhancement of benefits offerings, working closely with the benefits operation teams. This role demands an interest in process improvement, standardization and automation.

Requirements

• 3-5 years prior experience in benefits administration, process improvement, and system implementations.
• Understanding of pension governance, actuarial requirements, and plan compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective communication strategies.
• Acquaintance with benefits standards and policies.
• Proven capability to manage large-scale projects and multi-year implementation plans.
• Exceptional organizational, leadership, and communication skills, with a customer-centric approach and financial acumen.
• Bachelor’s Degree and/or the equivalent knowledge gained through progressive work experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with current BMS HR and Total Rewards enabling systems: Workday, ServiceNow, Online Benefits Admin/Darwin, ADP.
• Ability to present complex information in a clear and convincing way to staff, callers, and functional business and technical groups.

Responsibilities

• Product Design Assist in developing processes that align with business goals and compliance requirements. Support the implementation of tools and systems that aid benefits operations. Help monitor and analyze benefit utilization trends to identify areas for improvement. Participate in assigned implementation projects, coordinating with stakeholders.
• Vendor Management Assist in vendor management activities and contract renewals. Help evaluate carrier performance and establish cost metrics for service delivery. Build and maintain strong vendor/carrier partnerships within the assigned markets.
• Communication & Delivery: Support the communication of all benefit, work-life, and well-being programs. Assist in implementing communication plans to maximize benefits program awareness. Work with the Corporate Communications team to ensure effective messaging and promotion of benefits. Provide insights on best practices for benefits administration, retirement, wellness, and other employee benefit programs.
• Mergers and Acquisitions Support activities related to the integration of acquired companies into BMS benefit plans. Provide guidance on new benefits offered to acquired employees. Assist in derisking projects for defined benefit pension plans and standardizing pension plan processes.

Benefits

• Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
• Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
• Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
• Work-life benefits include: Paid Time Off US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees) Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays Based on eligibility, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day. All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees