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Bunzl Distribution NA · 2 days ago

Corporate Benefits Administrator

St Louis, MO

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$60K/yr - $68K/yr

2+ years exp

Bunzl Distribution NA is a leading supplier and distributor nationwide. They are seeking a Corporate Benefits Administrator to manage the day-to-day operations of group benefit programs and serve as the first line of response for the regional HR team regarding benefit-related issues.

LogisticsSupply Chain ManagementTransportation

Responsibilities

Perform moderately complex and routine tasks associated with the administration of the following employee benefit plans: health care & prescription drug, dental plan, vision plan, HCRA/LPFSA/DCRA, group life, short term disability, long term disability, accidental death & dismemberment and voluntary benefits

First line of response for regional HR team regarding routine and non-routine issues such as claim problems, enrollment, interpretation of plan provisions, lost ID cards, eligibility status changes (marriage, death, divorce, birth, etc.) requests for phone numbers, and websites

Work closely with third party administrator on “cases” that are opened by the service center to resolve an employee’s question or issue

Monitor reports to ensure information properly flows from payroll to third party administrator preventing log in issues for employees

Review of error reports from vendors

Leave of Absence and direct bill benefit monitoring

Report analysis and mailings

Interact with service providers to proactively identify problems and issues and work to resolve and preserve data integrity

Ensure that benefit plans are administered according to plan documents and governmental regulations

Assist with special projects as assigned

Support open enrollment with administrative duties and/or conduct presentations

Employee Stock Purchase Plan administration including monthly contributions and eligibility notifications

Qualification

Employee benefit administrationAnalytical skillsMS Excel advanced skillsCertified Employee Benefit SpecialistCommunication skillsTeam collaborationPlanningPriority settingOrganizational skillsProblem-solvingInterpersonal skillsConfidentiality

Required

Two+ years related employee benefit administration experience strongly preferred

Excellent verbal and written communication and organization skills are required

Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to utilize MS Word, Excel, and Power Point

Strong analytical skills including advanced skills with Excel including formulas, filters and vlookup functions

Ability to work effectively in a team environment with associates

Capability of effective planning and priority setting, while being flexible

Ability to manage several complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines

Ability to understand, evaluate and make sound decisions

Determine proper course of action to resolve escalated employee issues

The ability to work as a team with Regional Human Resources, Actuary, Accounting, and Legal counsel on benefits issues

Develop and maintain positive working relationships with insurance companies, pharmacy provider, attorneys, third party administrators, other benefits vendors and outside consultants

Desire to work in a fast-changing landscape of Employee Benefits

Have the ability to maintain confidentiality with all information is a must

Ability to work well with others and fosters a positive work environment that supports and builds a culture of customer focus, collaboration, accountability and innovation

Strong interpersonal skills to effectively handle issues concerning employees, administrative procedures with internal and external resources

High School diploma required

Bachelor's degree Human Resources or related field or equivalent experience required