Benefits Manager

A family-owned business since 1924, A. Duie Pyle provides a range of integrated transportation and distribution solutions throughout the Northeast. Supported by our vast network of Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) service centers, warehouse facilities, and dedicated locations, we have the ability to offer flexible and seamless integrated solutions tailored to our customer's needs.Simply put, when it comes to integrated supply chain solutions, Pyle People Deliver. Our promise is to provide outstanding service as it remains to be our first and foremost mission.Position Summary:The Benefits Manager serves as the primary owner of the company's benefits and wellbeing programs, combining deep hands-on expertise with day-to-day leadership of benefits operations. This role is responsible for administering, analyzing, and improving employee benefit programs while providing guidance and oversight to one benefits team member.This position partners closely with HR leadership, insurance brokers, and vendors to ensure benefits programs are compliant, cost-effective, competitive, and well understood by employees. The role is ideal for a seasoned benefits professional who enjoys both execution and leadership in a collaborative, onsite environment.The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:Benefits Administration & Operations (Hands-On)Lead day-to-day administration of employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement plans, FSAs, HSAs, and wellness offeringsOversee enrollments, changes, terminations, COBRA administration, disability and life claims, beneficiaries, and employee inquiriesManage complex benefits processes including QDROs, QMCSOs, loans, hardships, rollovers, distributions, and compliance testingEnsure accurate maintenance of benefits records, HRIS data, and payroll integrationsVendor & Broker PartnershipServe as the primary point of contact for benefits vendors, third-party administrators, and insurance brokersCoordinate data transfers related to eligibility, premiums, and plan administrationSupport annual renewals by gathering data, reviewing proposals, and providing analysis and recommendationsAssist with vendor negotiations and plan evaluations to ensure best value and coverageCompliance & ReportingEnsure ongoing compliance with federal and state regulations affecting employee benefits programsManage timely and accurate reporting, filings, audits, and fee paymentsMaintain working knowledge of applicable regulations including ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, ADA, Section 125, Medicare, Social Security, and DOL requirementsLeadership & Team SupportProvide day-to-day guidance, training, and oversight to one direct reportReview work for accuracy and compliance, ensuring consistent service deliveryServe as a subject-matter expert and escalation point for complex benefits issuesEmployee Experience & CommunicationDeliver high-quality customer service to employees and internal stakeholdersDevelop clear, effective benefits communications to enhance employee understanding and engagementSupport planning and execution of open enrollment, including employee education initiativesWellbeing Program Support* Champion the company's wellbeing program in partnership with HR leadership* Monitor industry trends and work with wellbeing vendors to evaluate and recommend enhancementsTo be qualified for this position, you should possess the following:Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related fieldFive years' experience administering benefits programsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsComputer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to use Microsoft products, including PowerPoint; experience with HRIS and benefits databases. Familiarity with Ultimate Kronos Group HRIS preferredProven ability to work effectively in a team environmentAbility to manage several complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines; excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlinesAbility to understand, evaluate and make judgment on proposals (RFPs)Knowledge of pertinent federal and state regulations, filing and compliance requirements, both adopted and pending, affecting employee benefits programs, including the ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, Section 125, HIPAA, Medicare, COBRA, and Social Security and DOL requirementsTravel Requirements:* Up to 15% of timePhysical Requirements:* While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk or hear. Occasionally, the employee will need to stand, walk, climb stairs, and drive a vehicle. This is mainly an office based position. Close vision is required in order to work on a computer screen for extended periods of time.For a full job description associated with this posting, please contact A. Duie Pyle's Human Resources department. This job posting is intended solely for external advertising purposes and does not represent a comprehensive list of all job-related duties and qualifications.We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.