Senior Benefits Strategy & Vendor Management Lead

SouthWest Benefits Association; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plans

Paid time off

Affordable health benefits

Job summary

A leading benefits organization in Springdale, Arkansas is seeking a Sr. Manager, Benefits to lead the management and strategy of the organization’s health and welfare benefit programs. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in benefits management, overseeing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to enhance employee engagement through effective program implementation. The position includes managing a team and may require some travel.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in benefits or health and welfare plan management.
• Experience managing benefit vendors and consultants.
• Ability to develop effective employee-facing benefits communications.

Responsibilities

• Lead management, strategy, and administration of health and welfare benefit programs.
• Oversee health plan performance and vendor relationships.
• Manage and develop a high-performing benefits team.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Benefit management

Stakeholder partnership

Education

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

Tools

Workday

SAP

Job description

A leading benefits organization in Springdale, Arkansas is seeking a Sr. Manager, Benefits to lead the management and strategy of the organization’s health and welfare benefit programs. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in benefits management, overseeing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to enhance employee engagement through effective program implementation. The position includes managing a team and may require some travel.