Manager, Compensation & Benefits

Joysonsafety; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Joyson Safety Systems is seeking an experienced Compensation & Benefits Manager in Auburn Hills, MI to administer US benefits and support compensation programs. You will oversee medical, retirement, leave, wellness, and voluntary benefits while ensuring regulatory compliance and competitive cost management.

You will also participate in compensation surveys, market pricing, and annual planning, collaborating with HR partners and vendors to optimize programs and employee experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field; 5–7 years of benefits or compensation experience.
• SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, CEBS or CCP designations preferred.
• Experience with US employee benefits programs and compensation processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee administration of US employee benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, retirement, leave, wellness).
• Ensure compliance with ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA and related requirements; lead annual open enrollment.
• Support compensation activities including salary planning, market pricing and governance.
• Analyze benefits data, forecast needs, and communicate with leadership and HR partners.

Skills

Benefits management

Compensation management

HRIS

Vendor management

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP or CEBS/CCP preferred

Job description

Location: Auburn Hills, US

The keys to success are yours at Joyson Safety Systems! We are a global leader in design, development and manufacturing of safety-critical systems and components for automotive and non-automotive markets. We are dedicated to delivering life-saving technology to customers worldwide. Joyson Safety Systems harnesses collaboration and innovation to ensure quality and exemplary service for our customers worldwide. Our company is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA, with a global network of more than 30,000 employees in 22 countries.

Our team is passionate about the automotive industry, dedicated to delivering quality and innovation for the future. We support lifelong learning and offer resources that help our team members establish a strong, solid foundation. We aim to promote from within, providing excellent opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Our talented team is hardworking and dedicated to keeping people safe. We foster a collaborative, open culture; as a global business, we encourage our team members to communicate and collaborate with colleagues worldwide. As our operations continue to grow, we are always seeking top talent to join our winning team.

We are seeking an experienced Compensation & Benefits Manager to administer and support the day-to-day operations of the company's compensation and benefits programs. This role is primarily responsible for managing US employee benefits programs, including health and welfare benefits, retirement plans, leave programs, and wellness initiatives, while ensuring programs remain competitive, compliant, and aligned with business objectives. In addition, this position will also support compensation activities and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Benefits Administration:

• Oversee the administration of employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 401(k), FSA/HSA, wellness, leave of absence, and voluntary benefits.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, and related requirements.
• Lead annual open enrollment activities and employee benefits communications.
• Partner with brokers, consultants, carriers, and third-party administrators to ensure effective administration and service delivery.
• Evaluate existing benefits programs and recommend enhancements to ensure competitiveness, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with business needs.
• Monitor benefits utilization, program performance, and costs, providing recommendations to enhance employee experience while managing expenses.
• Design, recommend, and implement new benefit plans and program improvements.
• Monitor administrative costs of benefit programs and recommend cost-containment strategies, alternative funding approaches, and process improvements.
• Assist with benefits budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of required reporting, filings, audits, and regulatory fees.
• Coordinate and support benefits audits, compliance testing, and regulatory reporting activities.
• Review monthly vendor invoices and reconcile benefit-related billing.
• Conduct benefits benchmarking and participate in industry surveys to evaluate market competitiveness and emerging trends.
• Analyze benefits data and trends, forecast future needs, and develop recommendations for management review.
• Develop employee communications, presentations, educational materials, and benefit guides to improve understanding and utilization of available programs.
• Provide training, guidance, and customer support to employees, managers, and HR partners regarding benefits programs and policies.
• Maintain accurate benefits records and ensure data integrity within HRIS, payroll, and benefits administration systems.

Compensation Administration

• Participate in compensation surveys and analyze market trends to support pay decisions and salary structure development.
• Support compensation and benefits programs, including salary administration, market pricing, and annual compensation planning.
• Prepare compensation reports, metrics, and analyses for HR leadership and business management.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of employee benefits programs, including health, retirement, disability, leave, and voluntary benefits.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and HRIS/benefits administration systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate plan performance, costs, and market trends.
• Experience managing vendors, reviewing benefit proposals (RFPs), and negotiating service agreements.
• Working knowledge of benefits laws and regulations, including ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, and related compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting annual compensation processes, including merit reviews, salary planning, incentive administration, and compensation governance.
• Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and provide outstanding employee support.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management or related field, and 5 - 7years of related benefits or employee benefits administration and compensation experience.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP, CEBS or CCP professional designations preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and does not discriminate in any employment or employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran’s status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.

Joyson Safety Systems does not provide immigration related sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if you will need JSS immigration sponsorship (e.g. H-1B, TN, OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

Joyson Safety Systems manages its recruitment processes internally. We do not accept resumes or profiles submitted by external agencies or headhunters that do not have an approved service agreement through the Joyson Safety Systems Purchasing department. Any resumes sent to any employee of our organization without an approved contract will be treated as public information and will be considered free of charge. We will not recognize any fees or assume any financial responsibility arising from the hiring of candidates whose profiles have been submitted to Joyson.