Benefits Sr. Specialist

AGCO Corporation; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care and wellness plans

Flexible and virtual work options

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid holidays and paid time off

Reimbursement for continuing education

Job summary

A leading agricultural technology company is looking for a Benefits Specialist based in Duluth, Georgia. The role demands expertise in US health and welfare benefits and knowledge of federal and state leave administration. Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience and strong analytical skills. The company offers comprehensive benefits including healthcare plans, 401(k), and employee stock purchase options. Join a diverse team committed to innovation in agriculture and apply now!

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of direct experience with US benefits and leave of absence programs.
• Experience collaborating with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and exhibit exemplary customer service.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive support to the Global Benefits COE.
• Review and apply benefit plan documents and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a primary contact for benefits and leave questions.

Skills

Understanding of US health and welfare benefits

Expertise in ERISA and leave laws

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Analytical and critical-thinking skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Ben-Admin enrollment systems

Job description

Overview

Not everyone can claim to feed the world, but it is part of our everyday. Behind everything we do for our farmers, there is one AGCO team making it happen. We are proud to put our curiosity into work, building a better and more sustainable world. Join our extraordinary team today!

We are looking for a Benefits Specialist with experience in US health and welfare benefits and an understanding of federal and state leave administration. The successful candidate will collaborate effectively with both internal stakeholders and external vendors, while providing comprehensive support to the Global Benefits COE.

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of benefit plan design, adeptness at interpreting relevant laws, and proven skill in addressing issues within benefits framework, regulatory standards, policies, and procedures.
• In-depth understanding of federal and state regulations affecting employee benefits under ERISA and leave laws (such as FMLA, CFRA, PDL, PFL, ADA), and expertise in COBRA, HIPAA, and ACA compliance requirements.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams), SharePoint, SAP, and practical experience using Ben-Admin enrollment and leave management systems. Review, interpret, and apply benefit plan documents, leave laws and regulatory requirements to ensure consistent and compliant administration.
• Demonstrated analytical and critical-thinking skills with proven success evaluating processes, identifying gaps, and implementing improvements across a decentralized environment.
• Excellent communication skills, strong teamwork and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion while providing exemplary customer service.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent, along with a minimum of 5 years of direct experience with US benefits and leave of absence programs.
• This position is based in Duluth, Georgia and requires the employee to be onsite 4 days a week.
• Benefits Specialist with experience in US health and welfare benefits and an understanding of federal and state leave administration. The successful candidate will collaborate effectively with both internal stakeholders and external vendors, while providing comprehensive support to the Global Benefits COE.
• You will serve as a primary contact for daily benefits and leave questions, applying analytical thinking to evaluate issues, determine appropriate solutions, and escalate complicated matters when necessary to help prevent unfavorable employee experiences.
• You will foster a benefits team culture that prioritizes employee needs promoting employee health, well-being, and a positive experience.

Benefits

• Health care and wellness plans
• Dental and vision plans
• Flexible and virtual work options (where available)
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering eligible employees the ability to purchase AGCO stock at a discounted price
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Reimbursement for continuing education
• Life insurance and other supplemental insurance plans

Workplace

You will work with your wonderful AGCO colleagues from Duluth, USA (Onsite)

We value inclusion and recognize the innovation a diverse workforce delivers to our farmers. Through our recruitment efforts, we are committed to building a team that includes a variety of experiences, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives.

Join us as we bring agriculture into the future and apply now!