Junior Manager - Global Reward and Benefits Operations

Diageo; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Diageo in Bangalore is seeking a Benefits Case Specialist for Global Benefits Operations. You will own activities such as benefits purchase order creation, invoice management and reconciliation, vendor management, report distribution, and query handling, ensuring accuracy across regions and time zones.

The role requires strong HR/process data management experience, payroll knowledge, advanced Excel skills, and Workday expertise.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of HR processes and data management.
• Payroll experience is highly valued.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
• Vendor management skills.
• Excellent English language skills.
• Advanced MS Excel skills, including formulas and pivot tables.
• Experience in process mapping.

Responsibilities

• Lead benefits purchase order creation, invoice management and reconciliation.
• Manage vendor relationships and monitor performance.
• Generate and distribute benefits reports; handle queries.
• Apply CARM controls and perform data reconciliations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Diageo and vendors.

Skills

HR processes

Payroll experience

Analytical skills

Vendor management

Employee communication

Process design

Excel (Advanced)

Process mapping

Data extraction

Tools

Workday

MS Excel

Job description

Job Description : Job Title: Benefits Case Specialist - Global Benefits Operations Level:L5C Reports To:Manager - Global Benefits Operations (Bangalore)

About the Function: Human Resources is about shaping the experience of working at Diageo and helping our people learn and grow every day. From attracting talent to developing careers, this team plays a central role in building a culture where people feel supported, challenged and able to grow. They work closely with teams across the business, bringing insight, care and commercial understanding to everything they do. You’ll help create an environment where different perspectives are valued and where people can learn new skills and thrive, unlocking potential across a truly global organisation.

Context/Scope: As part of the Group Reward and Benefits Operations team, you will play a crucial role in developing a high-performing and highly engaged Global Benefits Operations team. Reporting directly to the Assistant Manager - Global Reward and Benefits Operations, your responsibilities will include leading critical activities such as Benefits Purchase Order creation, invoice management and reconciliation, vendor management, report generation and distribution, and query management. Your outstanding scustomermanagement, financial control, governance application, and execution skills will be key to the success of these projects. UtilApplyingr extensive experience in HR and payroll operations, or HR and payroll service delivery, process engineering, and process simplification, you will implement best procedurefits processes and data management strategies to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy across multiple regions and time zones., Proficiency in employee communications for benefits programs, ensuring clear and effective dissemination of information. Skilled in benefits process design to optimize efficiency and effectiveness of program administration, Strong analytical skills to assess and improve benefits program performance and outcomes. Expertise in vendor management, encompassing performance monitoring, invoice and payment management, issue resolution, relationship management, and service review and improvement.

a) Financial Ensure timely and accurate completion of all in-scope reporting activities. Regularly review and update Process Steps, Maps, Work Instructions, Benefits Matrices, Benefit Guides, Factsheets, and FAQs. Make them available to relevant teams, conduct necessary training, and ensure consistency and accuracy in all communications materials. Perform all CARM controls and data reconciliations, resolving any issues. Review and reconcile vendor invoices within agreed timelines to ensure payments are made as per the agreed SLA’s. b) Leadership Responsibilities Leverage insights to find opportunities for process and workflow improvements. Apply strong social skills to motivate multiple teams, business processes, and data and technical governance. Drive significant simplification and efficiency in processes and systems to support the global productivity agenda. Ensure all controls and processes meet internal and external regulatory requirements. Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams across Diageo and with vendor teams.

About this role c) Purpose of Role The Global Reward Operations (GRO) team supports various benefit processes (e.g., product allowance, car allowance, health insurance) for European markets. The Junior Manager will define, document, and improve both online and offline benefit processes and ensure a successful annual benefit enrollment for the entire European population. The role aims to scope out, document, and enhance the respective processes across Europe, reviewing and updating procedures in accordance with new legislation and regulatory requirements. You will be responsible for: Top 3-7 Accountabilities Ensure all in-scope reporting activities are completed accurately and on time. Regularly review and update Step Maps, Work Instructions, Benefits Matrices, Benefit Guides, Factsheets, and FAQs, making them accessible to appropriate teams, and ensuring consistency and accuracy in communications materials. Perform all CARM controls and data reconciliations, resolving any issues. Continuously find opportunities to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness. Implement process improvements and automation initiatives to streamline operations and drive business results. Demonstrate strong experience with Workday operations, ensuring all required actions are implemented in the system to facilitate benefits administration and other processes. Ensures continuous improvement by developing effective benefits process designs to optimize efficiency and effectiveness in program administration. Responsible for applying strong analytical skills to assess and enhance benefits program performance and outcomes. Demonstrates strong vendor management skills overseeing performance monitoring to ensure optimal outcomes.

Experience/skills required: Qualifications and Experience Required Strong understanding of HR processes and data management Payroll experience is highly valued. Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills. Vendor management skills Employee communication Strong analytical skills Process designing Methodical, logical, organized, and flexible approach to work. Excellent English language skills. High attention to detail. Advanced MS Excel skills, including formulas and pivot tables. Experience in process mapping. Experience in extracting and reconciling data from various sources.

Barriers to Success in Role Inability to lead change within the business. Difficulty in quickly establishing links and leading mixed business and partner teams. Failure to apply a continuous improvement mentality. Lack of credibility with internal and external stakeholders. Lack of business situational awareness. Inability to collaborate in line with Diageo’s dial-up behaviors. Hesitating or waiting for perfect conditions before implementing bold, exciting ideas. Suppressing dissent to achieve team unity. Disengaging when disagreeing with a decision. Adding extensive checkpoints to the process to mitigate risk.

Working with Us Flexibility is key to our success. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you so that you’re supported to manage your wellbeing and balance your priorities from day one. We recognise and value performance, offering our people a highly competitive Rewards and Benefits package including:

Our purpose is crafting iconic drinks chosen for life’s moments. And it’s our people, with their different experiences, perspectives and talents, who make that possible. We value diversity in its broadest sense and want everyone to feel they can belong, give and strive for their personal best. You’ll work alongside people with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives — challenging, supporting and learning from one another as one outstanding team. Together, we’re constantly learning and improving, combining the strength of our people, capabilities and iconic brands to improve, grow and win. Wherever you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to give an impact and play your part in making life’s moments mean a little more.

Worker Type :Regular Primary Location:Bangalore Karle Town SEZ Additional Locations : Job Posting Start Date : 2026-09-09

With more than 200 brands sold in over 180 countries, we are home to a diverse portfolio of drinks enjoyed around the world. Every day, our talented colleagues bring creativity, expertise and passion to the brands people know and love. From established favourites to exciting new launches, the brands we build are shaped by culture, connected to local communities and made for life’s moments. By understanding our consumers and building strong, trusted relationships with our customers, we help our brands remain relevant, distinctive, and accessible. Our founders, including Arthur Guinness, John Walker and Charles Tanqueray, were visionary entrepreneurs whose ambition and ingenuity helped shape the drinks industry. Today, that pioneering spirit lives on through our people. Join us and you’ll work alongside talented colleagues from around the world, bringing together different perspectives, experiences and specialist skills. Together, you’ll challenge convention, explore new possibilities and help shape a more inclusive and sustainable future. You’ll be empowered to learn, grow, thrive, and make a lasting impact.