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Corporate Benefits Administrator

The **Corporate Benefits Administrator** is responsible for day-to-day administrative operations of group benefit programs (group health, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending plan, 401(k) plan and retirement plan).

Hybrid role located in St. Louis, MO and requires 2 days a week in-office.

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

Requirements

+ 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.

Education and Certifications

+ High School diploma required.

+ Bachelor’s degree Human Resources or related field or equivalent experience required.

+ Certified Employee Benefit Specialist certification preferred.

WHO WE ARE

Bunzl is a leading supplier and distributor nationwide. We have been around since the early 80’s and have grown over the years to a $10 Billion Dollar business. We operate 100+ distribution centers from coast to coast across the US, in Canada, Puerto Rico and Mexico.

_Bunzl Distribution offers competitive salaries, a comfortable work environment, and a full range of benefits including a 401k with a company match._

_Salary range is $60-68K based on experience, education and certifications._

_Bunzl Distribution has a tradition of commitment to equal employment opportunity. It is the established policy to attract and retain the best qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status as provided by law._

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.