What are the responsibilities and job description for the Benefits Manager position at Alta Equipment Group?
Come work for the largest equipment dealer in North America! Are you a hardworking individual that thrives in a fast-paced environment and looking to take your career to the next level? If so, then come join our award winning team!
We provide our employees with the following tools and resources to be successful:
The Benefits Manager is a key member of the human resources team, responsible for administering Alta’s U.S. based employee benefits programs. This role involves developing, implementing, managing and administering various benefit plans, including health and welfare insurance, retirement and employee stock purchase plans, wellness programs, and other employee perks. The Benefits Manager ensures that these programs are competitive, cost-effective, compliant and align with the company's goals and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Culture is Job #1. Alta Equipment Group prides itself in living by our Guiding Principles: Invest in the Best, Passion for Excellence, Customers for Life, Mutual Respect and One Team. More than an equipment company, Alta is an innovator of solutions, delivering diverse products and unrivaled support centered on building lasting customer relationships.
If you have a passion for excellence and are ready to make a difference within our organization, we’re ready for you. Whether it’s selling the world’s-best big iron, rolling up your sleeves and servicing our industry-leading construction and material handling product brands or being a difference maker behind the scenes, we can use your skillset.
At Alta Equipment Group, we believe in mutual respect and are committed to diversity while inspiring our employees to reach their maximum potential. Voted a “Top Work Place USA”, our employees across North America are committed to excellence. It’s the Alta way.
So, let’s start the conversation. Click the link to apply and begin the journey of a lifetime.
What We Look For:
At Alta Equipment Group, we are looking for candidates who are a cultural fit with our organization and understand that every task and job goes toward fostering customers for life. Along with that, a great attitude that embraces mutual respect and delivering a consistent high energy level that exudes a passion for excellence. Also, we are searching for a skill set that has a high aptitude for the position with a continual focus on investing in one’s profession through additional training and learning.
Other Opportunities at Alta:
Please visit our careers page at altg.jobs to view other openings that may be of interest to you!
Alta Equipment Group is an equal opportunity employer. This means we do not discriminate on account of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, height, weight, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, military status, veteran status, misdemeanor arrest record, or membership in any other classification protected under applicable law. If you believe the Company has violated its equal employment opportunity policy in any way, please contact recruiting@altg.com immediately!
We provide our employees with the following tools and resources to be successful:
- Training
- Outstanding benefits package (Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, plus much more!)
- 401(k) with match
- Competitive wages
- Company laptop
- Paid time off
- 10 paid holidays
The Benefits Manager is a key member of the human resources team, responsible for administering Alta’s U.S. based employee benefits programs. This role involves developing, implementing, managing and administering various benefit plans, including health and welfare insurance, retirement and employee stock purchase plans, wellness programs, and other employee perks. The Benefits Manager ensures that these programs are competitive, cost-effective, compliant and align with the company's goals and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement comprehensive benefits packages that align with the company's strategic objectives and budget constraints.
- Manage the daily operations of all benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life / AD&D insurance, supplemental benefits, ESPP, and the retirement plans.
- Lead and manage the team with Alta’s Guiding Principles as your foundation. Provide guidance, training, and conduct performance evaluations. Ensure the team operates efficiently and effectively.
- Coordinate with external vendors and brokers to negotiate plan options, rates, and services. Evaluate vendor performance to ensure high-quality service and cost-effectiveness.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, and the ACA.
- Lead and oversee the benefits enrollment processes, including open enrollment, new hire onboarding and termination processes.
- Develop, distribute and facilitate educational materials to employees about available benefits and changes to existing plans.
- Conduct informational sessions and workshops to help employees understand and maximize their benefits.
- Maintain a high level of customer service and responsiveness to employee needs.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of benefits enrollment and usage.
- Analyze benefits data to identify trends, cost drivers, and areas for improvement.
- Fully leverage Dayforce to automate and streamline benefits administration.
- Develop and update company communications related to employee benefits.
- Ensure compliance with all legal requirements and stay informed about changes in benefits legislation and industry best practices.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with benefits providers and brokers.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in benefits administration or a related HR role.
- Professional certifications such as CEBS (Certified Employee Benefit Specialist) or PHR (Professional in Human Resources) are preferred.
- Strong knowledge of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness initiatives.
- Proficiency in HRIS and benefits administration software as well as MS applications like word, excel, PowerPoint.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Strong ethical standards and a high level of integrity.
- Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to providing excellent service.
- Experience managing people.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Adaptability and willingness to stay current with industry trends and best practices.
Culture is Job #1. Alta Equipment Group prides itself in living by our Guiding Principles: Invest in the Best, Passion for Excellence, Customers for Life, Mutual Respect and One Team. More than an equipment company, Alta is an innovator of solutions, delivering diverse products and unrivaled support centered on building lasting customer relationships.
If you have a passion for excellence and are ready to make a difference within our organization, we’re ready for you. Whether it’s selling the world’s-best big iron, rolling up your sleeves and servicing our industry-leading construction and material handling product brands or being a difference maker behind the scenes, we can use your skillset.
At Alta Equipment Group, we believe in mutual respect and are committed to diversity while inspiring our employees to reach their maximum potential. Voted a “Top Work Place USA”, our employees across North America are committed to excellence. It’s the Alta way.
So, let’s start the conversation. Click the link to apply and begin the journey of a lifetime.
What We Look For:
At Alta Equipment Group, we are looking for candidates who are a cultural fit with our organization and understand that every task and job goes toward fostering customers for life. Along with that, a great attitude that embraces mutual respect and delivering a consistent high energy level that exudes a passion for excellence. Also, we are searching for a skill set that has a high aptitude for the position with a continual focus on investing in one’s profession through additional training and learning.
Other Opportunities at Alta:
Please visit our careers page at altg.jobs to view other openings that may be of interest to you!
Alta Equipment Group is an equal opportunity employer. This means we do not discriminate on account of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, height, weight, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, military status, veteran status, misdemeanor arrest record, or membership in any other classification protected under applicable law. If you believe the Company has violated its equal employment opportunity policy in any way, please contact recruiting@altg.com immediately!
