Director - Benefits

SRS Distribution Inc.; McKinney (TX); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (vacation, sick, holiday

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

Company-paid life insurance

Short-term disability

Job summary

SRS Distribution, Inc. is seeking a Director of Benefits to lead enterprise-wide benefit strategy, governance, and program design. You will partner with senior leadership, Finance, HR, and external partners to deliver data-driven health and retirement solutions that support talent attraction and retention.

You will own plan design decisions, manage budgeting and vendor negotiations, and ensure regulatory compliance across self-insured programs in a large multi-state organization.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required. Advanced degree and/or professional certifications such as CEBS or PHR/SPHR preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in benefits management within a large, complex organization.
• Experience managing self-insured programs and complex vendor environments.
• Skills: Strong financial, analytical, actuarial acumen; influence senior leaders; ERISA knowledge; communication and change leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the enterprise benefits strategy aligned with business objectives and market best practices.
• Own plan design decisions across medical, retirement, and wellness programs; manage funding rules and contributions.
• Lead annual benefits planning, renewal cycle, and open enrollment with cost modeling and leadership recommendations.
• Oversee self-insured strategy, claims oversight, stop-loss, and pharmacist cost management.
• Ensure ERISA compliance, vendor controls, and regulatory readiness.
• Manage benefits budget with fiscal discipline and cost containment.
• Lead mergers, acquisitions, and business integrations related to benefits.

Skills

Benefits leadership

Strategic planning

Vendor management

Regulatory compliance

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR / business / finance

Advanced degree or CEBS/PHR-SPHR preferred

Job description

Position Purpose

The Director of Benefits provides enterprise leadership for the design, governance, and execution of comprehensive employee benefits programs that support the organization’s business objectives, workforce strategy, and financial priorities. This role serves as the primary authority on benefits strategy, plan design, and governance, ensuring programs are competitive, equitable, compliant, and financially sustainable. Reporting to the Vice President, Total Rewards, the Director of Benefits partners closely with senior leadership, Finance, HR, and external partners to deliver data-driven benefits solutions that enhance employee experience, support health and well-being, and enable talent attraction and retention across a large, complex organization.

Key Responsibilities

Benefits Strategy & Enterprise Leadership

Develop, lead, and execute a forward-looking enterprise benefits strategy aligned with business objectives, talent priorities, and market best practices. Serve as the enterprise authority on benefits strategy, providing clear guidance and recommendations to senior leaders on program design, competitiveness, and cost sustainability. Ensure benefits offerings support overall employee well-being.

Plan Design & Program Ownership

Own benefit plan design decisions across all programs, including medical, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, time-off and well-being programs. Determine funding strategies, eligibility rules, employee contribution structures, and plan features, balancing employee experience, competitiveness, and affordability. Lead the annual benefits planning and renewal cycle, including strategy development, vendor negotiations, cost modeling, leadership recommendations, and open enrollment execution.

Financial Stewardship & Risk Management

Lead self-insured benefits strategy, including claims performance oversight, stop-loss strategy, pharmacy cost management, and risk mitigation initiatives. Partner closely with Finance, FP&A, and actuarial partners to manage multi-year benefits cost forecasting, trend analysis, and funding recommendations. Oversee the benefits budget with strong fiscal discipline, ensuring cost containment while maintaining competitive and sustainable programs.

Governance, Compliance & Fiduciary Oversight

Establish and maintain enterprise benefits governance and fiduciary frameworks, including ERISA compliance, audit readiness, vendor controls, and documentation standards. Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing employee benefits. Monitor regulatory developments and proactively adjust policies and practices to mitigate risk and ensure ongoing compliance.

Vendor & Partner Management

Own strategic relationships with benefits vendors, brokers, consultants, and third-party administrators. Drive vendor performance management, contract negotiations, and service optimization to ensure high-quality delivery and strong financial outcomes. Leverage vendor partnerships to identify innovative solutions and emerging trends.

Employee Experience, Communication & Change Leadership

Own the enterprise benefits communication and education strategy, ensuring clear, engaging, and effective messaging across all employee populations. Lead change management efforts related to benefits program enhancements, renewals, and system implementations. Promote a culture of health, well-being, and informed benefits decision-making across the organization.

Data, Metrics & Continuous Improvement

Define and monitor key benefits performance metrics, including cost trends, utilization, engagement, and program effectiveness. Use data and insights to drive continuous improvement and inform strategic decisions. Benchmark programs against industry standards and best practices to maintain competitive positioning.

Technology & Systems Ownership

Own benefits administration and partner with HR Systems on overall technology strategy and needs to support the program design and execution, including enrollment platforms, vendor integrations, and data integrity. Drive system optimization, automation, and enhancements to improve scalability, accuracy, and employee experience.

Mergers, Acquisitions & Business Integration

Provide benefits leadership for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and business integrations. Support due diligence, program harmonization, employee transitions, and retention strategies related to benefits.

Leadership & Team Development

Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing benefits team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning. Provide strategic direction and operational oversight to ensure consistent execution of benefits programs across the organization.

Reporting Structure

Reports To: Vice President, Total Rewards

Direct Reports: A team of benefits professionals responsible for the administration, optimization, and strategic execution of employee benefits programs.

Travel Requirements

Domestic travel up to 30% to support vendor engagement, business alignment, and strategic initiatives.

Working Conditions

This role operates in a hybrid work environment, combining in-office and remote work. The position functions in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting requiring adaptability, strong prioritization skills, and frequent collaboration with senior leaders and cross-functional partners.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required. Advanced degree and/or professional certifications such as Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) or PHR/SPHR preferred. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.

Experience

Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in benefits management within a large, complex organization. Demonstrated expertise in enterprise benefits strategy, plan design, and governance. Experience managing self-insured benefit programs and complex vendor environments.

Skills & Competencies

Strong financial, analytical, and actuarial acumen with the ability to translate data into strategic insights. Proven ability to influence senior leaders and serve as a trusted advisor on benefits strategy. Deep knowledge of benefits compliance, ERISA requirements, and regulatory best practices. Excellent communication, change leadership, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and initiatives in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, and large-scale integrations. Strong background in benefits technology implementation and optimization. Experience in a Fortune 50 or similarly large, multi-state or multinational organization. Demonstrated success leading benefits transformations and cost-containment initiatives. Commitment to continuous learning and staying ahead of regulatory, market, and workforce trends.

Job Location

SRS Distribution - McKinney 7440 State Highway 121 McKinney, TX 75070-3104

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive weekly/bi-weekly pay, discretionary bonuses, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, volunteer, holidays, birthday, floating), medical/dental/vision, flexible spending accounts, company-paid life and short-term disability, plus optional long-term disability, and additional life insurance. All benefits subject to eligibility.

Competitive salaries for all team members paid weekly 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching Employee Stock Purchase Plan Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays, Birthday, and Floating Holidays Paid Parental Leave Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits Flexible and Dependent Care Spending Accounts Company paid Life insurance and Short-Term Disability Additional Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability also offered Safety Program with Bonuses for our Drivers Employee Referral Bonus Program SRS Distribution Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Home Depot, consists of a family of industry-leading, independent roofing distributors.

SRS Distribution Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Home Depot, consists of a family of industry-leading, independent roofing distributors. SRS has grown rapidly through acquisitions and the opening of multiple new locations since the February 2008 inception. This continual growth has established SRS as one of the fastest growing building products distribution companies in the U.S. The goal of SRS is to form the strongest national network of independent roofing and building product distributors with the most talented team of people working together to deliver the industry's best products and services. In addition to our commitment to customer focus, SRS strives to become the preferred employer in the industry with highly motivated and engaged employees operating in an entrepreneurial culture where the corporate office works for the field and not the reverse. Make money, have fun and give back with us! Find out more at www.srsdistribution.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at US: 855.556.3221, or by email to: [e-mail] with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at US: 855.556.3221, or by email to: [e-mail] with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.