Director, Global Benefits

PHINIA Inc.; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

PHINIA Inc. is seeking a Director of Global Benefits to lead the design, strategy and governance of our worldwide benefits programs. The role reports to the VP of Total Rewards and drives cost-effective, compliant programs across multiple regions.

You will partner with HR, IT, and external vendors to automate, streamline, and optimize benefits, while guiding a high-performing team responsible for health, retirement, and leave programs. This is a senior leadership role with global impact.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive experience in benefits or total rewards, including global program management.
• 5+ years of people management experience.
• Deep knowledge of global benefits practices, regulations, and market trends.
• Experience with mergers & acquisitions integrations and global expansions.
• Strong leadership, vendor management, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive global benefits strategy aligned with Total Rewards.
• Lead design, harmonization, and benchmarking of benefits across regions (Americas, EMEA, APAC).
• Oversee administration of global health, welfare, retirement, and leave programs and manage vendor relationships.
• Oversee annual renewal processes, cost analysis, and plan optimization.
• Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, GDPR, and country-specific requirements.

Skills

Global benefits

Leadership

Vendor management

Negotiation

Communication

Change management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business/Finance

MBA preferred

Job description

Director, Global BenefitsSkip to main contentPHINIA does not save or store the information you input until after you complete inputting the information and you consent and agree to submit the data.#Director, Global Benefits page is loaded## Director, Global BenefitsApplylocations: Auburn Hills PHINIA WHQ - Michigan - USAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R2026-0592**ABOUT US****PHINIA:** Advancing sustainability today, powering a cleaner tomorrow. PHINIA is an independent, market-leading, premium solutions and components provider with over 100 years of manufacturing expertise and industry relationships, with a strong brand portfolio that includes DELPHI, DELCO REMY and HARTRIDGETM. With over 12,500 employees across 43 locations in 20 countries, PHINIA is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA. At PHINIA, we Provide fuel systems, electrical systems, and aftermarket products and solutions of the highest quality — developed and manufactured responsibly — that are designed to enhance efficiency and reduce the environmental impact of vehicles, industrial machinery, and other applications. In doing so, we contribute to a cleaner tomorrow, treat our people and surrounding communities with respect, and hold ourselves accountable to robust ethical standards. **Our Culture** PHINIA promotes and cultivates an inclusive culture and diverse perspectives, strives to maintain its reputation for excellence, thrives on the power of collaboration, and fosters the development of our talented employees. We believe in making a positive impact through our business and actions, and we take our collective responsibility seriously. **Career Opportunities** We believe in building a brighter tomorrow for our employees as well as our customers and encourage you to learn about our long history, strong culture, new technologies, and future vision. We offer a strong local presence and interesting global opportunities. Join us on this shared journey toward a brighter tomorrow.**JOB PURPOSE**The Director of Global Benefits is a forward-thinking leader responsible for the design, strategy, implementation, and governance of the company’s global benefits programs. This role ensures that benefit offerings are competitive, cost-effective, compliant, and aligned with the company’s overall talent and business strategy across multiple countries and regions. This role will analyze current systems and processes and implement innovative and cost-effective solutions to increase organizational effectiveness. This position reports to the Vice President of Total Rewards.**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES****Key Responsibilities**Global Benefits Strategy & Design* Develop and execute a comprehensive global benefits strategy aligned with organizational goals and Total Rewards philosophy* Lead the design, enhancement, and harmonization of benefits programs across regions (Americas, EMEA, APAC)* Ensure programs remain competitive through ongoing benchmarking and market analysis* Partner with senior leadership to evaluate and evolve benefits offerings to support talent attraction and retention* Define and lead the global benefits AI and digital enablement strategy, aligning with enterprise HR technology and data strategies* Partner with HR, HRIS, IT, and external vendors to drive automation, system integration, and process modernization with respect to benefits, globallyProgram Management & Administration* Support the administration of global health, welfare, well-being, retirement, and leave programs* Manage vendor relationships including brokers, insurers, third-party administrators, and consultants* Lead global renewal process, including negotiations, cost analysis, and plan optimization* Ensure seamless implementation of new programs, mergers, acquisitions, or market expansionsCompliance & Governance* Ensure compliance with local, regional, and international laws and regulations (e.g., ERISA, ACA, GDPR, country-specific requirements)* Monitor legislative changes and assess impact on benefits programs* Develop, review and maintain the governance model and controls for global benefits practices* Manage activities associated with the Company’s Employee Benefits CommitteeFinancial Oversight & Analytics* Develop and manage global benefits budgets and forecasts in partnership with HR and Finance partners* Analyze program performance, utilization, and cost trends to identify efficiencies* Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to senior leadership* Drive cost-containment strategies while maintaining competitive offeringsEmployee Experience & Communication* Lead the development of clear, effective global benefits communication strategies* Enhance employee understanding and engagement with benefits programs* Partner with HR Business Partners and regional teams to tailor and evolve benefits messaging locally* Support well-being initiatives and employee experience strategiesTeam Leadership* Build, lead, and develop a high-performing global benefits team* Provide mentorship, coaching, and strategic direction* Collaborate with cross-functional teams including HR, Finance, Legal, and Payroll**Position Requirements*** Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, finance, or related field* Master’s or MBA preferred* 12+ years of progressive experience in benefits or total rewards, including global program management, and 5+ years as manager of people* Experience with M&A integrations and global expansion initiatives* Deep knowledge of global benefits practices, regulations, and market trends* Experience managing multi-country benefits programs in a complex, matrixed organization* Strong leadership, vendor management, and negotiation skills* Excellent communication and presentation skills* Proven ability to influence leaders and manage complex stakeholder environments* Demonstrate global mindset by identifying opportunities and fostering alignment across teams, regions, and functions* Lead through change and ambiguity with resilience, adaptability, and a solutions-oriented approach* Demonstrate agility and flexibility in balancing changing business and people priorities* Drive collaboration and customer focus while promoting positivity, accountability, and team engagement* Champion continuous improvement and growth mindset by embracing new ideas, innovation, and evolving business needs**WHAT WE OFFER**We provide compensation and benefits programs intended to attract, motivate, reward, and retain an incredibly talented, globally diverse workforce at all levels within our organization. Our compensation programs are informed by market data and business needs, and we are committed to providing equitable and competitive compensation. We are committed to providing our team with quality and competitive benefit programs, including health and well-being resources, family-centric policies, and an agile workplace program, where not precluded by collective bargaining agreements or national statutory plans. Plans are benchmarked for competitiveness and value. We provide formal development opportunities at all levels and stages of employee careers. These opportunities are delivered in a variety of formats to make our portfolio of solutions agile, sustainable, and scalable to support our employees in developing the skills needed to succeed. **WHAT WE BELIEVE*** Product Leadership - Innovation that brings value to our customers* Humility - Seeking out diverse perspectives and working collaboratively* Inclusivity - Recognizing our differences makes us stronger; we are bold and intentional* Net-Zero - Committed to energy efficiency, waste reduction and beneficial reuse* Integrity - Taking responsibility for our decisions and doing what is right* Accountability - Taking ownership of our actions and driving results**SAFETY**You will consistently hear us say Safety First! We are committed to continually improving our strong safety performance supporting the health and wellness of our employees!We also believe employee health and safety is everyone’s responsibility. We encourage safety learning and collaboration to help employees understand and follow applicable safety policies, standards, and procedures and identify opportunities to minimize or eliminate risk. Work is expected to be conducted in a manner that stresses the importance of preventing incidents and illnesses, including attending all required safety meetings and trainings. It is expected that all incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions are immediately reported to the direct manager, Human Resources, or Safety Representative.**EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY**PHINIA is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.**VISA SPONSORSHIP** PHINIA does provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. 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Job applicants are invited to contact PHINIA through PHINIA’s website to verify the authenticity of any employment opportunities.*Advancing sustainability today, powering a cleaner tomorrow. Join us on this shared journey to a brighter tomorrow. For more information about PHINIA, please visit www.phinia.com.