Senior Benefits Specialist

Foundation Building Materials; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Foundation Building Materials seeks a Benefits Specialist to manage employee benefits programs for a large workforce. Responsibilities include coordinating leaves of absence, managing benefit data accuracy, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure compliance. The ideal candidate will have 3–5+ years of experience in benefits administration and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience administering employee benefits for large organizations.
• Solid understanding of health and welfare benefit plans.
• Experience with HRIS platforms.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage employee benefits programs.
• Coordinate leaves of absence including statutory programs.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for benefits-related inquiries.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Education

CEBS, SHRM-CP, or PHR certification

Job description

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About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Benefits Specialist to join our team and take ownership of our employee benefits programs. This role is responsible for administering and supporting a wide range of benefits for thousands of employees nationwide. You'll work closely with HR, payroll, and third-party vendors to ensure seamless delivery and communication of our total rewards offerings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer and manage employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, HSA, FSA, and more.
• Coordinate leaves of absence (LOAs), including FMLA, ADA, parental leave, and other statutory/non-statutory programs.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for benefits-related inquiries from employees, escalating complex cases as needed.
• Collaborate with brokers, carriers, and third-party administrators to ensure plan compliance and resolve issues.
• Support open enrollment activities including system setup, communication campaigns, and employee education sessions.
• Maintain and audit benefits data across HRIS and carrier platforms; ensure accuracy in deductions and enrollments.
• Assist with benefits reporting, benchmarking, and cost analyses for decision-making and renewals.
• Stay current on federal, state, and local laws impacting benefits administration (e.g., ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, ERISA).

Qualifications:

• 3–5+ years of experience administering employee benefits for large organizations (1,000+ employees preferred).
• Solid understanding of health and welfare benefit plans, including HSA/FSA, life/disability, and LOAs.
• Experience with benefits systems, HRIS platforms, and working with third-party vendors/carriers.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Detail-oriented with a strong sense of confidentiality and compliance.
• CEBS, SHRM-CP, or PHR certification a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a growing company that values its people and invests in top-tier benefits.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Wholesale Building Materials

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