Benefits Manager

LE1 See’s Candy Shops, Incorporated; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

See’s Candies seeks a Benefits Manager to lead day‑to‑day benefits operations, vendor management, and compensation support. You will partner with Payroll, HRBPs, and Talent Acquisition to maintain accurate enrollments, open enrollment, and market pricing analyses.

The role requires strong analytical skills, Workday experience, and a deep understanding of U.S. and California benefits regulations to deliver an exceptional employee experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in benefits administration
• Minimum 3 years of compensation experience, including market pricing, salary analysis, and pay administration
• Strong knowledge of healthcare, retirement, and wellness programs
• Working knowledge of federal and California benefits regulations
• Experience administering HRIS and benefits systems (Workday preferred)
• Strong analytical and Excel skills

Responsibilities

• Benefits Administration & Employee Experience: Manage day-to-day administration of health, welfare, retirement, wellness, and voluntary benefit programs; serve as escalation point for inquiries; ensure enrollments and life events are processed; coordinate open enrollment; partner with Payroll on deductions; monitor eligibility and data integrity; develop employee communications.
• Compensation Support: Maintain salary structure; conduct market analyses; assist with offers and internal equity; support merit/incentive processes; prepare reports and analyses; maintain job descriptions and evaluations.
• Vendor Management & Program Administration: Act as day-to-day contact for carriers and administrators; monitor SLAs; assist with renewals and program changes; support budgeting and cost analyses.
• Reporting & Process Improvement: Develop benefits and compensation dashboards; analyze utilization and cost trends; identify inefficiencies and implement improvements; maintain policies and controls.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Finance or related field

Tools

Workday

Job description

Work is Sweet! 'Quality without Compromise' is not just a motto at See’s Candies. It is the most important ingredient in our recipe for success.

See’s Candies has been in business since 1921 and maintains a reputation for producing the highest quality candy and providing superior customer service. See’s is a leader in the confectionery industry with over 250 retail shops across the USA, a growing e-commerce business, and expanding opportunities internationally. We are seeking friendly, enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about helping us grow and thrive in our second century.

Job Description Summary:

The Benefits Manager is a hands-on leader responsible for the day-to-day administration, execution, compliance, and continuous improvement of See's employee benefits programs. This role serves as the primary point of contact for benefit operations, employee support, vendor administration, and HRIS-related benefits processes. In addition to benefits administration, this position supports compensation initiatives including market pricing, salary structure administration, pay benchmarking, and compensation analysis. The ideal candidate combines strong operational expertise with analytical capabilities and a passion for delivering an exceptional employee experience. The pay range for this position is expected to be $125,000- $135,000k annually; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Position Responsibilities:

• Benefits Administration & Employee Experience Manage the day-to-day administration of all health, welfare, retirement, wellness, and voluntary benefit programs. Serve as the primary escalation point for employee benefits inquiries and issue resolution. Ensure accurate processing of enrollments, life events, qualifying status changes, and terminations. Manage annual open enrollment planning, testing, communications, and execution. Partner with Payroll to ensure accurate benefit deductions and reconciliation. Monitor eligibility, audits, and carrier file integrations to ensure data integrity. Develop and maintain employee-facing benefits communications and educational materials.
• Compensation Support Support compensation administration, including salary structure maintenance and job pricing. Conduct market analyses and benchmark positions using survey data. Partner with HR Business Partners and Talent Acquisition on offer recommendations and internal equity reviews. Assist with annual merit, promotion, and incentive planning processes. Prepare compensation reports, analyses, and recommendations for HR leadership. Maintain job descriptions and support job evaluation activities.
• Vendor Management & Program Administration Act as day-to-day contact for benefit carriers, brokers, consultants, and third-party administrators. Monitor vendor service-level agreements and performance metrics. Assist with annual renewals and implementation of benefit program changes. Support benefits budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis activities.
• Reporting & Process Improvement Develop and maintain benefits and compensation dashboards and reporting. Analyze utilization, participation, and cost trends. Identify operational inefficiencies and implement process improvements. Maintain policies, procedures, process documentation, and internal controls.

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in benefits administration.
• Minimum 3 years of compensation experience, including market pricing, salary analysis, and pay administration.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare, retirement, and wellness programs.
• Working knowledge of federal and California benefits regulations.
• Experience administering HRIS and benefits systems (Workday preferred).
• Strong analytical and Excel skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and project management capabilities.
• Preferred CEBS, CBP, CCP, PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification.
• Retail, manufacturing, distribution, or multi-location workforce experience.
• Experience with compensation surveys and job architecture frameworks.

Key Competencies:

• Customer-focused service orientation
• Benefits administration expertise
• Compensation analysis
• Compliance management
• Data analysis and reporting
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Collaboration and relationship building
• Communication and presentation skills

The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, in addition to a full range of generous medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. See's is an EOE See’s will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state or federal law (including San Francisco Ordinance #131192 and Los Angeles Municipal Code 189.00).

Welcome to See's Candies where every career choice is as delightful as our candy! Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your journey, you've come to the right place to satisfy your career cravings. From crafting irresistible confections to spreading joy to customers, every role at See's Candies is a chance to make a difference and leave a lasting impression.

Your next sweet adventure starts here!

Like a Box of Chocolates, we believe that variety is the spice of life, and it takes many unique individuals working together to reach our common goals. At See's, teamwork is the secret ingredient.

For over 100 years, See's Candies has been dedicated to making candy Mary See's way; helping to make the world a sweeter place, one piece of candy at a time.

See's has grown from one shop to over 240 shops across America, plus a flourishing online store, without ever compromising on the best tasting, highest quality candy around.