POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for the overall design, implementation, communication, and administration of Fielmann USA's benefits plans. Plan, direct, and coordinate activities pertaining to benefits programs and initiatives. Ensure all benefits programs meet company and teammate needs, comply with legal requirements and are cost effective. Develop and administer benefits programs to enable Fielmann USA to attract and retain qualified teammates at all levels of the organization.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

PLAN ADMINISTRATION • Work with benefit consultants/brokers to secure Health and Welfare Benefits and Employee Savings Plans including 401(k), Health Savings Accounts, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and voluntary plans • Evaluate and recommend changes or alternatives to existing teammate benefits programs • Ensure plans are in compliance with plan documents • Act as 401(k) Plan Administrator approving transactions, required files, and documentation including discrimination tests, annual plan audit, and federal 5500 filings. Schedule and convene Retirement Committee meetings for ongoing oversite of the plan • Manage absence management policies to include holiday pay, sick leave, leave of absence, and bereavement leave, coordinating with state laws • Direct and oversee annual open enrollment including systems configuration, testing, federal 5500 and ACA filings, and teammate communications • Develop and implement communication strategies that maximize teammate appreciation, understanding, and use of available benefits • Identify and implement new technology that improves value of benefits or reduces cost • Remain current on new and emerging legislation and benefits plan trends

LEADERSHIP • Primary contact and business partner on all initiatives related to benefits • Partner and collaborate with cross functional teams such as Legal, HRIS, Payroll, and Finance • Direct staff to provide accurate, high quality administration of health and welfare benefit programs, and leave of absence for teammates • Provide guidance to benefits team and monitor progress to ensure consistent message and level of service to teammates • Respond to employee inquiries, coordinate research and interpret plan provisions

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS: • Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Economics or related field or equivalent work experience • 7+ years' experience in Human Resources, Benefits, Project Management or related work experience preferably with a multi-unit organization • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills • Exceptional presentation, facilitation, and delivery skills • Strong financial analysis and project management skills • Able to work independently • Able to work at all levels of the organization • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail • Solid problem-solving skills • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of programs

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & WORK REQUIREMENTS: • Ability to effectively communicate at all levels within the organization through written and two-way verbal communication • Able to sit or stand for extended periods of time • Able to operate various office equipment (e.g., personal computer, telephone, fax machine, copier, etc.) • Able to read and write at a high school graduate level • Able to lift 10 to 20 pounds • Able to work normal and/or extended (evenings, nights, and weekends) office hours to meet established deadlines • Able to travel independently to support Company objectives and personal development

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by teammates assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.