Manager, Total Rewards - Benefits

Premier Health; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Health seeks a strategic Leader for Total Rewards - Benefits to oversee benefits programs, retirement plans, and vendor relationships. You will drive cost-effective solutions and mentor a high-performing team, influencing engagement and retention across the organization.

You'll collaborate with senior HR and finance leaders to plan, budget, and forecast, ensuring compliance and competitive, employee-focused programs that support overall mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, finance, or related field.
• Progressive leadership experience in benefits, total rewards, or compensation and benefits.
• Deep expertise in retirement plans (401(k), 403(b), deferred compensation).
• Strong vendor management and contracting experience.
• Financial acumen with budgeting, forecasting and cost analysis.
• Knowledge of benefits regulations and industry best practices.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations, administration, and enhancement of employee benefits programs.
• Oversee retirement plans and deferred compensation programs.
• Manage relationships with brokers, consultants, and recordkeepers.
• Negotiate contracts, evaluate vendor performance, ensure service excellence.
• Develop cost-management strategies while maintaining competitive benefits.
• Partner with Finance and HR leadership on planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Ensure compliance with benefits and retirement plan regulations.
• Analyze program performance and market data to inform decisions.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members to foster excellence.
• Drive employee benefits education and communication initiatives.

Skills

Benefits leadership

Retirement plan expertise

Vendor management

Budgeting

Forecasting

Team leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related field

Job description

If you're passionate about creating exceptional employee experiences and influencing benefits strategy at an organizational level, Premier Health offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact. As Manager, Total Rewards - Benefits, you will lead the operations, administration, and continuous improvement of benefits programs that support employees' health, well-being, and financial future.

This is an ideal role for a strategic benefits leader who thrives on balancing innovation with operational excellence. You'll oversee retirement programs, optimize vendor partnerships, develop cost-effective solutions, and lead a high-performing team while helping Premier Health remain a competitive employer of choice.

At Premier Health, our commitment to caring extends beyond our patients to the employees who make our mission possible. In this highly visible role, you'll collaborate with senior leaders, HR partners, and external vendors to deliver benefits programs that drive employee engagement, retention, and long-term financial wellness. Your work will directly influence the employee experience and strengthen the organization's ability to attract and retain top talent.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the operations, administration, and enhancement of employee benefits programs.
• Oversee retirement plans, including 401(k), 403(b), and deferred compensation programs.
• Manage relationships with brokers, consultants, recordkeepers, and other benefit vendors.
• Assist with negotiating contracts, evaluate vendor performance, and ensure service excellence.
• Develop cost-management strategies while maintaining competitive, employee-focused benefits.
• Partner with Finance, HR leadership, and key stakeholders on planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable benefits and retirement plan regulations.
• Analyze program performance, utilization trends, and market data to support informed decision-making.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members to foster a culture of excellence.
• Drive employee benefits education and communication initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Progressive leadership experience in benefits, total rewards, or compensation and benefits.
• Deep expertise in retirement plans, including 401(k), 403(b), and deferred compensation programs.
• Strong vendor management and contract negotiation experience.
• Demonstrated success leading and developing teams.
• Financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis.
• Proven ability to implement cost-saving strategies while enhancing the employee experience.
• Knowledge of benefits regulations, compliance requirements, and industry best practices.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Healthcare industry experience preferred.

Why Join Premier Health?

This is an opportunity to shape benefits programs that impact thousands of employees, contribute to organizational success, and support a mission focused on improving lives. If you're ready to bring strategic vision, leadership, and benefits expertise to an organization that values its people,