Manager, Health And Welfare Plan Administration

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As the Manager, Health and Welfare Plan Administration, you will manage the operational requirements of the relevant benefits plans at Graybar. In this role, you will ensure compliance with relevant laws and serve as the day-to-day contact for Benefits plan vendors. Responsibilities include open enrollment, management of service level agreements, providing detailed reporting, and supervising the work of benefits coordinators.

In this role you will:

• Update compliance documents for related areas (SPDs, SARs), and ensure plans follow governmental requirements for claims and appeals ( FAS 106, FAS 125, HIPPA, 5500s, etc.).
• Research and analyze legislative and regulatory matters for health and welfare benefit plans.
• Develop strategic reporting for all plans, including ties to financials/budgets preparing standard reporting for plans.
• Assist in the audit of vendors and the review and analysis of vendor reporting for preparation of reports, studies, and other projects.
• Review vendor contracts.
• Establish key accountability measures with business partners, including Plan trustees and recordkeepers, consultants, auditors, and vendors working with full- or self-insured benefit programs.

What you bring to the table:

• Minimum 5 years of experience required: HR related experience in benefit plan processes and design
• Four-year degree preferred: HR, Business, Finance, or related field
• Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) preferred
• Knowledge of benefit related government regulations, basic plan design principles, and reporting/analysis
• Supervisory and training skills
• Communication and customer service skills
• Project management and group presentation experience
• Able to analyze and assist with plan design, participant questions, and other benefit concerns
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines

Work Shift and Hours: Monday - Friday, standard business hours, in office

Compensation Details: The expected base salary for this position is $85,000- $95,000 annually depending on experience. This position is also bonus eligible - based on specific and relevant business metrics.

The Value of Graybar:

At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:

• Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.

• Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.

• Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.

• Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.

• Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.

• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.

• Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.

• Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.

• Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.

• Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.

• Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.

• Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program.

• Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.

• And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth.

Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.

Why should you join Graybar?

At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it's the right thing to do and the right way to run our business.

We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.

That's what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.

Apply now and find out what's next for you.

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