U.S. Benefits Program Manager

Momentive•Niskayuna, NY

2d•$95,500 - $140,250•Onsite

About The Position

The U.S. Benefits Program Manager within the U.S. Benefits team is accountable for the design, delivery, and ongoing optimization of comprehensive health, welfare, and retirement programs. This role oversees the full lifecycle of benefits offerings, ensuring programs are competitive, cost-effective, and compliant with all applicable regulations. This position also leverages data and market insights to drive continuous improvement, inform decision-making, and enhance engagement and utilization of benefit offerings. With responsibility for compliance, financial oversight, and vendor management, the U.S. Benefits Program Manager plays a critical role in aligning benefits strategy with organizational goals and workforce needs. Please note that this role requires on-site presence five days per week, Monday through Friday.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
7 years of health and welfare benefits and retirement experience.
Project management and vendor management experience.
Strong financial acumen and analytical capability
Thorough knowledge of benefits regulations
Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders
Strong Excel and data analysis skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with self-insured benefit plans
Experience supporting union environments

Responsibilities

Manages benefits strategy and design recommendations for our suite programs (e.g., health and welfare, retirement plans including qualified and non-qualified pension plans, etc.).
Ensure that benefit programs operate in compliance with plan designs, carrier contracts, Company policies, and applicable laws and regulations.
Evaluate market trends, benchmarking data, and workforce needs to ensure competitive offerings.
Define program enhancements and long-term roadmap while partnering with the Americas Payroll and Benefits Leader.
Responsible for developing, coordinating and communicating webinars and other benefit-related items.
Accountable for overall compliance and regulatory adherence across benefit programs including, but not limited to: Form 5500 filings PBGC filings Annual Funding Notice PCORI Medicare Part D ACA reporting Required participant notices (e.g., Summary Annual Reports (SARs), Summary of Benefits and Coverage (SBC), fee disclosures, Summary of Material Modifications (SMM))
Interpret legislative and regulatory changes and determine program impact; Maintain awareness of emerging legislation and project management required program or policy changes.
Develop and manage annual benefits budget and forecasts.
Monitor plan costs and recommend cost containment strategies.
Lead vendor renewals, rate negotiations, and financial reviews.
Own vendor strategy, selection, and ongoing governance.
Establish & monitor performance expectations, SLAs, and oversight routines.
Escalate and resolve complex or high-risk vendor issues.
Monitor program utilization, participation, and cost trends.
Translate data into actionable insights and design improvements.
Identify and prioritize continuous improvement initiatives.
Respond to complex benefit design questions by interpreting plan provisions.
Point of contact for union negotiation support.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health, dental & vision insurance, including critical illness coverage and optional orthodontia coverage.
Paid parental leave for the birth of a child; adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
Short term disability with 100% base salary coverage.
Company funded counseling (EAP) and assistance finding care for children, parents, or pets.
25 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays.
Additional time off with years of service.
401k savings plan with 5% employer match plus additional contribution based on years of service.
Student debt pay-off program.
Professional development programs and courses.
Wellness programs and financial education.