Core & Main · 8 hours ago
Dir, Benefits
St Louis, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
12+ years expCore & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure with local service nationwide. They are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Director of Benefits to oversee the design, implementation, and management of their benefits team and programs, ensuring compliance and optimization through effective vendor management and team leadership.
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Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and administer comprehensive health & wellness and retirement programs that align with company objectives, employee needs and promotes a positive employee value prop
Ensure plans are administered in accordance with company policies and procedures, plan documentation, contractual agreements, and regulatory requirements (ERISA, IRS, DOL, FMLA, USERRA, and other federal, state, and local laws as applicable); work with outside counsel as needed
Provide ongoing analysis and assessment of current benefit program offerings and propose enhancements to ensure competitive and cost-effective solutions
Stay current with industry trends, regulatory changes impacting benefit plan design and administration to maintain compliance and innovation in benefit plans
Knowledge of health care strategies, specifically referenced based pricing healthcare plans and evolving trends, including the assessment and coverage of weight loss drugs and other well-being initiatives
Lead, mentor and develop the benefits team, building a collaborative, authentic, and high-performance culture
Ensure the benefits team delivers exceptional service to employees and maintains high standards of accuracy and efficiency
Consult with HR and Senior Leadership to develop optimal cost management solutions and execute effective delivery of programs
Manage due diligence and integration activities relating to benefits programs/offerings related to mergers and acquisitions
Manage relationships with benefits carriers, brokers, and other vendors, negotiating contracts and ensuring optimal service delivery
Monitor vendor performance and implement improvements to enhance plan efficiency and employee satisfaction
Communicate complex technical information in a clear and concise manner, facilitating informed decision-making for HR and Executive Leadership teams
Prepare and deliver presentations on benefits programs to executive leadership
Develop plans to educate and build awareness of company health and wellness programs and how the company benefits programs fit into their total rewards package
Demonstrated expert-level proficiency with Microsoft 365 collaboration tools (Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Outlook) to drive efficient communication and teamwork
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field
Minimum of 12 years of experience in benefits management, with at least 8 years in a leadership role
Strong knowledge of reference-based pricing medical programs, benefits regulations, industry trends, and best practices
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical audiences
Assertive and confident leadership style, capable of driving high-impact initiatives and leading cross-functional teams
Ability to measure and articulate the perceived quality of benefits programs, using internal and external surveys and other metrics
Strong understanding of cost management solutions and the integration of acquired employees into existing benefits programs
Preferred
Master's degree
Experience in international benefits management (Canada), with a focus on regulatory compliance and cultural sensitivity
Company
Core & Main
Core & Main is a specialized distributor that provides water, storm drainage, and fire protection products and solutions. It is a sub-organization of Putnam Pipe.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2024-01-08Post Ipo Secondary
2021-07-23IPO
2017-06-06Acquired
Leadership Team
Jack Schaller
President
Stephen LeClair
Executive Chairman
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