Benefits Administrator

Penske; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Penske in Reading, PA is seeking a Benefits Administrator to support the Total Rewards Benefits team in administering benefits for 45,000+ associates across the US and Canada. The role emphasizes accurate data management and timely processing, working with partners and internal teams.

Candidates should have 2-3 years in benefits administration, strong communication, and proficiency with Microsoft Office, with a willingness to travel as needed and contribute to audits and reporting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 2–3 years of benefits administration experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Attention to detail and good organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Administering benefits system of record, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, and more.
• Researching, troubleshooting, and communicating associates’ benefit concerns.
• Collaborating with benefits vendors and HR partners to resolve issues.
• Coordinating with stakeholders to ensure compliance and accuracy of benefits.
• Processing invoices for benefit plan expenses.
• Handling benefits paperwork and maintaining detailed records.
• Communicating eligibility and changes to benefits to associates.
• Supporting annual audits with data collection and verification.
• Providing metrics and recommendations on benefits.
• Creating and maintaining standard operating procedures.
• Special projects and other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Travel willingness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

The Benefits Administrator will play an integral role in providing administrative support to the Penske Total Rewards Benefits team, assisting with administering the benefits for 45,000+ associates through the US and Canada. This position will be required to effectively collaborate and create relationships amongst external partners, team members and associates. The Administrator role will engage with associates to ensure accurate and timely processing and maintenance of the systems of record both internally and externally. Process responsibilities include, but are not limited to, Benefit Selection Period setup and testing, new hire benefits setup, vendor invoicing, data management for audits, regular reporting and analysis needs, processing disability and life claims, qualifying life events, medical support notices, various benefits forms, associate notifications of changes to benefits and retirement. Overall support to the Manager of Benefits Administration and our associate population.

Key Responsibilities

• Administering benefits system of record, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, and more.
• Researching, troubleshooting, and communicating associates’ benefit related concerns.
• Collaborating and resolving issues in partnership with applicable benefits vendors and internal resources including HR Partners, Payroll, HRIS/WFSA, Legal, Labor Relations, among others.
• Coordinating with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and accuracy of associate benefits
• Processing invoices for recurring benefit plan expenses.
• Processing benefits-related paperwork and maintaining detailed records.
• Communicating health & welfare benefits eligibility to associates.
• Resolving employee issues and answering benefits-related questions.
• Providing support for annual audits with data collection, management, and verification
• Compiling, reviewing, and providing recommendations on metrics and measures related to benefits.
• Creating and maintaining standard operating procedures.
• Special projects and other tasks assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• A minimum of 2-3 years of experience, preferably in administering benefit plans.
• High level of written and verbal communication skills
• High proficiency in all Microsoft Office products
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
• Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening are required)

Physical Requirements

• The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The associate will be required to read; communicate verbally and/or in written form: remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer

About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions

Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward. With headquarters in Reading, PA, Penske and its associates are driven by a dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success. Visit Go Penske to learn more.

Job Category: Human Resources

Job Function: Administrative Support

Job Family: General Administration

Address: 100 Gundy Drive

Primary Location: US-PA-Reading

Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.

Req ID: 2610342