Manager, US Benefits

TL;DR

Manager, US Benefits: Shaping, optimizing, and delivering U.S. Health & Welfare programs aligned with business objectives, workforce needs, and market competitiveness with an accent on strategy, financial management, vendor relations, and compliance. Focus on annual planning, regulatory oversight, data-driven recommendations, and operational execution through cross-functional partnerships.

Location: Hybrid model in one of hirify.global's US offices. Willing to travel up to 30%, domestic only.

$108,750 - $159,500

Company

Global leader in automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation technologies with brands like JBL and hirify.global Kardon.

What you will do

• Partner on benefits strategy, design, annual planning, renewal, and Open Enrollment, including financial modeling and benchmarking.
• Oversee administration of Health & Welfare programs, COBRA, HIPAA, ACA, and voluntary plans.
• Manage budgets, reporting, cost analysis, ROI, and partnerships with Payroll and Finance.
• Lead vendor relationships, performance monitoring, appeals, and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, serve as HIPAA Administrator, and handle M&A activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field.
• 6-8+ years in benefits strategy, design, administration, vendor management, and financial management.
• Proven experience leading third-party vendors.
• Strong knowledge of ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and state/local regulations.
• Experience with self-funded plans, benefits platforms, policy development, and leading a small team.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills for fast-paced environment.

Nice to have

• CBP or CEBS certification.
• Experience with Workday, ServiceNow, Businessolver.
• Writing policies and business processes.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible hybrid work in US offices.
• Competitive wellness benefits, medical/dental/vision, HSA/FSA, retirement with match, disability/life insurance.
• Paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, volunteer/bonding/caregiver leave.
• Tuition reimbursement, hirify.global University training, employee discounts on products.
• Inclusive culture with recognition programs and professional development.