Manager - Health and Wellness Programs

Brown-Forman; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Benefits Program Manager to lead the implementation and administration of employee benefits programs. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine strategic planning and operational expertise, ensuring that the benefits solutions align with organizational goals. You'll work closely with internal teams and external partners, driving continuous improvement and leveraging data analytics to enhance program offerings. If you are passionate about benefits management and enjoy fostering collaboration across departments, this position promises a rewarding career path in a supportive environment that values teamwork and innovation.

Benefits

Equitable pay structures

Premium benefits

Employee experience programs

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing benefits programs.
• Strong organizational skills for managing multiple priorities.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion in rewards programs.

Responsibilities

• Manage implementation and optimization of employee benefits programs.
• Oversee vendor relationships and contract negotiations.
• Design communication strategies to educate employees on benefits.

Skills

Benefits Program Management

Data Analytics

Vendor Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Collaboration Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Excel

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Job description

CURRENT EMPLOYEES, CONSULTANTS, AND AGENCY PARTNERS:

If you currently work for Brown-Forman, please apply by clicking the Careers icon on the Workday portal.

For best results, use Google Chrome to view this page.

Quote from Hiring Manager:

If you are looking for a role with an amazing organization where you can use your benefits experience to support both employee-facing programs & technical background support, this is the role for you! This position is a great opportunity for someone who wants to grow their career in Total Rewards and has a passion for partnership.

Meaningful Work From Day One:

The Benefits Program Manager is responsible for managing the implementation, administration, and optimization of domestic and global employee benefits programs. Combining strategic planning and operational expertise, this role oversees the delivery of benefits solutions while partnering with external partners to ensure regulatory compliance. The Benefits Program Manager works closely with internal teams and vendors to align benefits programs with organizational goals.

What You Can Expect:

Program Implementation & Administration:

• Lead the design, implementation, and rollout of new benefits programs or enhancements.

• Collaborate internally with HRIT, Payroll, IT, and externally with vendors to ensure seamless integration and functionality.

• Oversee ongoing benefits operations, including enrollment, claims escalations, and issue resolution.

Vendor & Stakeholder Management:

• Manage vendor relationships, including contract negotiation and performance evaluations.

• Serve as the primary Tier III contact for escalated benefits issues and complex cases

Employee Communication & Training:

• In partnership with the internal communications team, design communication strategies to engage and educate employees on benefits programs and changes.

• Develop training materials and other valuable resources, including sessions to successfully educate and inform internal stakeholders (i.e. annual enrollment, new benefit implementations).

• Address complex employee inquiries, providing guidance on program options and processes.

Continuous Improvement:

• Use data analytics and employee feedback to recommend program enhancements.

• Stay informed of industry trends to ensure benefits offerings remain competitive and cost-effective.

• Drive process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of benefits administration.

What You Bring to the Table:

• An understanding that the most rewarding experiences often come from going beyond the defined role, embracing "Other Duties as Assigned."

• Experience leveraging at least 5 years of experience managing Benefit programs, a genuine enjoyment is found in simplifying complex processes.

• Consistently achieve goals and deliver excellent customer service

• Proactively support the team and contribute to the organization's overall success.

• Strong collaboration skills, ensuring work connects with others for relevance and effectiveness.

• Strong organizational skills in order to manage multiple priorities within a rapidly changing rewards environment.

• Commitment to Brown-Forman's Diversity & Inclusion efforts and how they translate into meaningful Total Rewards programs.

What Makes You Unique:

You are deeply passionate about U.S. Benefits and thrive on cross-functional collaboration across all levels of the organization. You possess the technical proficiency to work effectively with Excel spreadsheets and Google Docs & Sheets. You are adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously and enjoy the dynamic nature of daily tasks. You are a creative thinker who values a fun, supportive environment surrounded by colleagues who are committed to teamwork and achieving excellence.

Who We Are:

We believe great people build great brands. And we know there is Nothing Better in the Market than a career at Brown-Forman. Being a part of Brown-Forman means you will grow both personally and professionally. You will have the opportunity to solve problems, seize opportunities, and generate bold ideas. You will belong to a place where teamwork matters and where you are encouraged to bring your best self to work.

What We Offer:

Total Rewards at Brown-Forman is designed to engage our people to ensure sustainable and profitable growth for generations to come. As a premium spirits company, we offer equitable pay structures for individual and company performance alongside a premium employee experience. We offer a range of premium benefits that reflect our company values and meet the needs of our diverse workforce.

Requisition Type:

Employee

Management Level:

Leader

Global Job Level:

L2

Number of Openings Available:

1