Benefits Manager

Church & Dwight Co., Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Benefits Manager to oversee and evolve benefit programs, ensuring they align with the company's Total Rewards strategy. This remote role emphasizes the importance of communication and relationship management, as you will be responsible for vendor negotiations and employee engagement. The ideal candidate will bring over a decade of experience in employee benefits, showcasing strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and collaboration, where your contributions can truly make a difference in the lives of employees and their families.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in employee benefits management.
• Strong interpersonal skills and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage vendor relationships and support wellbeing programs.
• Conduct open enrollment and benefit orientations.
• Collaborate with HRIS and Payroll to resolve issues.

Skills

Employee Benefits Management

Vendor Negotiation

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Education

BS/BA Degree

10+ Years Experience

Tools

Workday

MS Office (Excel)

Job description

Join to apply for the Benefits Manager role at Church & Dwight Co., Inc.

A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference.

We’re a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers, and the environment.

Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination, and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate, and push boundaries.

United by the belief that when we strive for growth, anything is possible. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: "Together We Have the Power to Win."

Job location: Remote - New Jersey, USA (ability to drive into the headquarters office in Ewing, NJ on an as-needed basis).

The Benefits Manager will oversee all benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, COBRA, FSA, HSA, 401(k), and other employee benefits. This role is key in maintaining and evolving the benefits strategy, communicating benefits value to employees and retirees, and providing competitive benefits aligned with Church & Dwight’s Total Rewards strategy.

This position is remote/home-based. Preference will be given to candidates near Ewing, NJ, as occasional in-office presence is required.

Responsibilities

1. Support a culture of continuous improvement, automation, and standardization.
2. Manage vendor relationships and support wellbeing programs.
3. Participate in vendor negotiations with benefits brokers.
4. Conduct open enrollment, benefit orientations, and new hire benefit introductions.
5. Develop and deliver communication materials about the total rewards package.
6. Manage the annual enrollment process and vendor implementation.
7. Resolve operational issues with carriers, investigate discrepancies, and provide information as needed.
8. Collaborate with HRIS, Payroll, and vendors to resolve enrollment and eligibility issues.
9. Manage 401(k) audits and support related filings and notices.
10. Assist in preparing benefit plan materials and employee communications.
11. Stay informed on industry best practices, regulations, and the competitive environment, sharing knowledge internally.

Education/Experience

1. BS/BA degree or equivalent work experience.
2. 10+ years of experience in employee benefits, consulting or corporate.
3. Experience with Workday required.
4. Excellent interpersonal skills and relationship-building abilities.
5. Strong critical thinking and attention to detail.
6. Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
7. Comfortable in a fast-paced, changing environment.
8. Interest in helping others navigate complex benefits.
9. Problem-solving skills and ability to handle multiple projects.
10. Travel required 5-10%.

Church & Dwight is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

For more information, visit our website.