Chief Benefits & Wellness Architect

Ninesmw; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complete health insurance coverage

401(k) with 6% employer match

Multiple bonus programs

Paid holidays and generous PTO

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

Uline, a family‑owned leader in shipping and packaging materials, seeks a strategic Head of Benefits to shape and scale our enterprise benefits portfolio for employees in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. You will lead a team, influence senior leaders, and partner with vendors to optimize health, retirement, and wellness programs while driving exceptional service.

You will report to the CHRO and be part of the HR leadership team, balancing strategic vision with hands‑on program design, vendor

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business or a related field.
• 15+ years of progressive benefits experience, including leadership within a large, complex org.
• Experience managing benefit vendors, negotiations and strategic partnerships.
• Proven ability to influence senior leaders and drive strategic initiatives.
• Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) or HR certification preferred.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems; Workday a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Uline’s long‑term benefits strategy aligned with workforce needs and business goals.
• Lead design, implementation and administration of health, welfare, retirement, wellness, workers compensation, disability and leave programs across the U.S., Canada and Mexico.
• Partner with leadership and vendors to evaluate benefit plans, keep offerings competitive and drive exceptional service.
• Advise HR and executive leadership on program effectiveness, industry trends and employee experience as the benefits expert and financial steward.
• Guide and develop the Benefits team and committees, building a high‑performing culture.
• Create and execute benefits communications to make complex information clear and engaging for employees.

Skills

Leadership

Vendor management

HR strategy

Stakeholder influence

HRIS experience

Workday knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Workday

Job description

Uline, a family‑owned leader in shipping and packaging materials, seeks a strategic Head of Benefits to shape and scale our enterprise benefits portfolio for employees in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. You will lead a team, influence senior leaders, and partner with vendors to optimize health, retirement, and wellness programs while driving exceptional service.

You will report to the CHRO and be part of the HR leadership team, balancing strategic vision with hands‑on program design, vendor