Benefits Specialist

FreshEdge is built on a united infrastructure of fresh food distributors collectively working to provide an unmatched assortment and service level across contiguous geographies via multiple locations and refrigerated facilities. We look forward to adding to our team and continuing our growth.

Essential Functions:

• Work alongside human resources and operating company leaders to develop effective and practical benefits strategies related to cost, delivery, and administration.
• Identify preferred carriers and plans based on acquired quotes, available benefits, and prior experience.
• Prepare and conduct benefits package presentations for review with company leaders to ensure the delivery of progressive and effective benefit programs.
• Work with assigned brokers and others to identify trends in benefits program competitiveness and delivery.
• Work with company leaders on developing practical approaches and methods of effective and efficient delivery of benefits programs to employees.
• Maintain knowledge base of changing regulations and requirements in the benefits administration and delivery arena and communicate significant changes to company leaders and others as appropriate.
• Assist in overseeing the company’s 401(k) plan, including administration, document retention, and plan transitions.
• Manage employee insurance programs, including life, disability, and health insurance plans in conjunction with Professional Employer Organization (PEO) administrator partner.
• Collaborate with Human Resources Partners to advise and inform employees of changes and developments related to benefits including eligibility, coverage, and provisions.
• Ensure completeness of records, reporting, and other documentation required by federal, state, provider rules, regulations, and policies.
• Monitor administrator/insurance carriers’ reports to ensure the company’s compliance with plan requirements.
• Ensures the company and plan compliance with the applicable provisions of COBRA, HIPAA, and ERISA.

Competencies, Education, and Experience:

• Resourceful, innovative, and creative thinker
• Interpersonal, listening, and influencing skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Organized and attention-to-detail approach
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work closely with others in a team environment and independently
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, management, or a related field and three ( ) years of experience working in benefits preferred.
• Ability to demonstrate experience in analyzing cost/benefits ratios, utilization analysis, and administration of Section 125 Plans and COBRA.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office software including proficiency in PowerPoint.

Job Location:

• Hybrid

Physical Demands:

• Stand or sit for long periods of time
• Travel as needed

Benefits:

• Health & Welfare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Voluntary Life)
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Weekly Paid
• Career Advancement Opportunities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.