Benefits Manager

Mobile Communications America; Spartanburg (SC); In loco; USD 85.000 - 110.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Mobile Communications America, Inc. (MCA) is seeking a Benefits Manager to lead MCA's benefits programs and operations in Spartanburg, SC. This role collaborates with HR, Finance, and brokers to ensure competitive, cost-effective programs and strong employee communications.

You will oversee renewals, vendor management, 401(k) governance, wellness initiatives, and compliance with ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, and COBRA while coaching a Benefits Specialist and driving data-driven improvements.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4+ years of progressive benefits experience.
• Experience leading or supporting annual benefits renewals.
• Experience managing broker and vendor relationships.
• Experience with self-funded health plans.
• Strong analytical, project management, communication, and leadership skills.

Mansioni

• Lead annual benefits renewal planning, strategy development, and implementation.
• Partner with brokers, carriers, consultants, and benefit vendors to develop and execute benefits strategies, using claims, utilization, and cost analytics to identify trends, manage risk, and drive program effectiveness.
• Develop recommendations related to plan design, employee contributions, and cost-containment initiatives.
• Support benefits reporting, budgeting, and strategic planning.
• Partner with retirement plan advisors, recordkeepers, and vendors to support MCA's 401(k) governance and education initiatives.
• Oversee wellness, advocacy, healthcare navigation, and employee well-being programs.
• Lead Open Enrollment strategy, employee communications, and benefits education initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, and other applicable regulations.
• Supervise, coach, and develop the Benefits Specialist while ensuring proper day-to-day operations.
• Support benefits-related projects, system enhancements, and acquisition integration activities.

Conoscenze

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Formazione

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

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Benefits Manager

Central HR Full Time Management Spartanburg, SC, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 6520

Who We Are

Mobile Communications America, Inc. (MCA) provides wireless communication, data, and security solutions that enhance workplace safety, security, and efficiency nationwide. Customers trust us to provide a portfolio of turn-key systems, products, and services — including two-way radio communications, vehicle uplift, security video and access control systems, BDA/DAS, remote monitoring, GPS tracking, SCADA, dispatch, mass notification, and point-to-point wireless networks. Our more than 60,000 customers span industries such as public safety, commercial, manufacturing, education, healthcare, utilities, and government. In addition to being the largest Motorola partner in the U.S., MCA has strategic partnerships with over 1,000 major manufacturers to offer an extensive portfolio of products and technologies.

The Benefits Manager is responsible for leading MCA's benefits programs, benefits operations, broker and vendor partnerships, annual renewals, and cost-management initiatives. This role partners closely with HR, Finance, Payroll, brokers, and benefit providers to ensure MCA's programs remain competitive, cost-effective, and aligned with employee and business needs.

The Benefits Manager will oversee a Benefits Specialist and provide leadership, guidance, and development to support the successful administration of MCA's benefit programs. The ideal candidate brings experience in benefits renewals, vendor management, claims and utilization analysis, employee communications, and benefits strategy. This individual will serve as a key advisor within the Total Rewards team, helping drive improvements in employee experience, healthcare navigation, wellness programs, and long-term benefits planning while leveraging data and market trends to make informed recommendations.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Lead annual benefits renewal planning, strategy development, and implementation.
• Partner with brokers, carriers, consultants, and benefit vendors to develop and execute benefits strategies, leveraging claims, utilization, and cost analytics to identify trends, manage risk, and drive program effectiveness.
• Develop recommendations related to plan design, employee contributions, and cost-containment initiatives.
• Support benefits reporting, budgeting, and strategic planning.
• Partner with retirement plan advisors, recordkeepers, and vendors to support MCA's 401(k) strategy, governance, and employee education initiatives.
• Oversee wellness, advocacy, healthcare navigation, and employee well-being programs.
• Lead Open Enrollment strategy, employee communications, and benefits education initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, and other applicable regulations.
• Supervise, coach, and develop the Benefits Specialist while ensuring the effective administration of day-to-day benefits operations.
• Support benefits-related projects, system enhancements, and acquisition integration activities as needed.

What You Will Bring To The Team:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4+ years of progressive benefits experience.
• Experience leading or supporting annual benefits renewals.
• Experience managing broker and vendor relationships.
• Experience with self-funded health plans.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects, influence decision-making, and develop recommendations using data and analytics.
• Strong analytical, project management, communication, and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of health and welfare benefits and applicable regulations.
• Experience leading, mentoring, or developing team members preferred.
• Exposure to mergers and acquisitions (M&A), including benefits due diligence and employee integration activities, is a plus but not required.

No sponsorship is available for this position.

NOTE: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, and physical demands required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

What We Believe

We are better together through the MCA Way: living our core values of Service First, Growth, Teamwork, and Safety. We take our work and customers seriously and believe our best work can be fun. A component of our business that embodies the MCA advantage is our “Service First DNA” culture. Service isn’t just a motto for MCA, it’s an integral part of who we are and goes beyond our customers to our employees, partners, shareholders, and communities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Mobile Communications America, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity workplace and is an Affiantative Action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity. At MCA, we are “better together.”

Reasonable Accommodations

If you need assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail] with the job title and requisition number of your application.