Company Name: Ferguson
Location: Fully Remote
Job Title: Senior Benefits Manager
Date Posted: 10/24/2024

Description:

Job Posting:

Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.

We have an exciting opportunity open for a Senior Benefits Manager on our Centers of Excellence Benefits Delivery/Design team to continue to enhance Ferguson’s place as an employer of choice by designing effective benefits programs!

Location:

This role is approved to be fully remote and can be based anywhere in the United States. Alternatively the role can be Hybrid based out of Ferguson's corporate offices in Newport News, VA, in accordance with the Ferguson Flex schedule; 3 days office / 2 days remote.? 

Responsibilities:

• Work with HR and executive leadership to design and implement a benefits strategy that aligns with the company’s talent strategy to attract, support, and retain an engaged workforce. Ensure the strategy can be delivered with clear achievements and monitor progress. Assist in ensuring that the wider enterprise understands the strategy and roadmap and can support its execution.

• Understand the total reward strategy and assist in the development, design, and modification of benefit plans and programs to deliver that strategy including, but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life/disability/time off, defined contribution retirement, supplemental executive retirement, EAP, mental health and voluntary benefits, and overall employee population health and well-being.

• Research and analysis of employee benefits opportunities, consistent with the organization's long range and strategic plans.

• Provide leadership in the development of driven, efficient benefit programs that are valued and used by engaged employees. Assess offerings, costs, and consultant engagement, scope, and performance.

• Evaluate and identify elements of the benefit strategy that could be enhanced by a more progressive approach.

• Lead the planning and preparation of requests for information and/or requests for proposals. Evaluate proposals and make recommendations to Total Rewards COE leadership.

• Lead and/or participate on meaningful projects, adapting plans and priorities to meet objectives and by providing direction to impact the achievement of projects.

• Evaluate and negotiate services, coverage, premiums, and options through employee benefits vendors to determine which programs best meet the needs of the organization and assist in developing recommendations for senior management.

• Explore ways to increase and/or improve benefit offerings, or to remove or replace ineffective benefit offerings, while maintaining costs for both the company and the employee and ensuring a positive return on investment.

• Find opportunities for improved communication to employees about the value of benefit plans, and partner with HR Operations shared services team to develop associate communications strategies and campaigns to address key benefit issues and initiatives.

• Build active and effective cross-functional partnerships across HR, Legal, Finance, Accounting, Procurement and Tax teams to create and run Ferguson’s benefits offerings.

• Collaborate with HR Operations shared services on compliance matters such as 5500s, 1095-C, Plan Documents, SPDs/SMMs, etc.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of diverse benefits experience in a leadership role, ideally within a fast-paced, shared services environment.

• Experience with a leading benefits consultancy is a plus.

• Certified Employee Benefits Specialist designation is a plus.

• Track record of multifaceted responsibility running the benefits function within a sophisticated and/or matrixed organization.

• Large size organization of 25K+ employees that operate throughout the US with multiple locations and all states strongly desired.

• Track record of delivering strategic improvements to employee benefits strategy.

• Strong communication skills and ability to work across HR teams and our business partners.

• Ideal industry experience in distribution, retail or the like.

• Attention to detail, accuracy and presentation of materials required.

At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!

Compensation:

Pay Range:

Actual pay rate may vary depending upon location. The estimated pay range for this position is below. The specific rate will depend on a candidate’s qualifications and prior experience.

$8,550.00 - $13,933.70

Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.

This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.

Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.

Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Information

 

 

Contact Information:
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https://ferguson.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Ferguson_Experienced/job/Remote/Senior-Benefits-Manager_R-119984

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Company Name: ILWU – PMA Benefits Plans
Location: San Francisco, California
Job Title: Executive Director
Date Posted: 09/20/2024

Description:

The Company
About ILWU-PMA Benefits Plans
The ILWU-PMA Benefits Plans office administers healthcare and pension benefits for approximately 16,000 active and 9,500 retired longshore workers on the West coast, as well as their dependents and survivors. The benefit plans are governed by joint Board of Trustees representing the International Longshore and Warehouse Union and the Pacific Maritime Association.

After over eleven years in the role of Executive Director, John Barton has announced his retirement. The Trustees have commenced a national search for his replacement with a desired 2025 start date.

About The International Longshore and Warehouse Union
The International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) represents approximately 40,000 members in over 50 local unions in the states of California, Washington, Oregon, Alaska, and Hawaii. An additional 6,000 members belong to the autonomous ILWU Canada. The ILWU was formed as an independent union in the summer of 1937.

About Pacific Maritime Association
Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) provides industry leadership to member companies through labor relations, human resources, and administrative services. Its members are 68 ocean carriers and terminal operators who operate at the 29 West Coast Ports in California, Oregon, and Washington.

For more information about ILWU-PMA, its work, and its history, please visit: www.benefitplans.org.

The Opportunity
Position:  Executive Director
Location:  San Francisco, CA
Reporting Relationship:  Board of Trustees
Website:  https://www.benefitplans.org/

Purpose of the Position
The ILWU-PMA Benefits Plans Office seeks a dynamic executive with a track record of leadership in complex organizations. The position requires a thoughtful individual able to manage operations for an organization assisting a workforce of more than 25,000 active and retired workers. The individual should be able to create and execute organizational strategies while remaining bipartisan between the ILWU and PMA.

The Executive Director must have significant experience in employee benefit management and administration and with labor relations in general. The ideal candidate will is a superior communicator – both orally and in writing – and is experienced working with diverse stakeholders. This individual will serve as the primary spokesperson for ILWU-PMA Benefits Plans.

Key Responsibilities
Executive Leadership

• Serve as the senior member of ILWU-PMA’s senior leadership team, empowering and developing staff for continued professional growth.
• Develop and recommend plans to achieve the mission of the Benefits Plans Office.
• Evaluate existing and prospective staff to meet the needs of the Benefits Plans Office and its stakeholders.
• Maintain organizational alignment with Board-adopted policies and procedures and develop and recommend new policies as needed.
• Ensure effective systems to track progress, regularly evaluate program components, and measure successes that can be effectively communicated to all constituents.
• Delegate specialist responsibility for benefit administrators, information technology managers, accountants, and other responsible professionals.
• Sustain a culture based on inclusivity, diversity, and professional development.

External Engagement

• Work with Trustees, their representatives, and staff to represent the ILWU-PMA Benefits Plans Office as its primary ambassador.
• Manage a wide range of vendor relationships.
• Serve as the intermediary between Trustee representatives and other key stakeholders.

Staff and Operational Management

• Manage a team of more than 60 staff members, over half of which are themselves union members.
• Further existing, and install as needed, processes enabling the best operational practices and determine their potential applications for the Benefit Plans Office.
• Serve as the key ambassador across all organizational initiatives.
• Review existing staff knowledge and resources, play a key role in developing more efficient structures, processes, and staff to improve deliverables as needed.
• Manage the organizational budget and ensure it is financially viable, sustainable, and on target.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of current issues as they relate to ILWU-PMA Benefit Plans internal operations.
• Stay up-to-date on regulatory requirements for employee benefits plans in the multiemployer sector.
• Remain current on developments in health care delivery and be prepared to implement innovations

Requirements:

Key Responsibilities
Executive Leadership

• Serve as the senior member of ILWU-PMA’s senior leadership team, empowering and developing staff for continued professional growth.
• Develop and recommend plans to achieve the mission of the Benefits Plans Office.
• Evaluate existing and prospective staff to meet the needs of the Benefits Plans Office and its stakeholders.
• Maintain organizational alignment with Board-adopted policies and procedures and develop and recommend new policies as needed.
• Ensure effective systems to track progress, regularly evaluate program components, and measure successes that can be effectively communicated to all constituents.
• Delegate specialist responsibility for benefit administrators, information technology managers, accountants, and other responsible professionals.
• Sustain a culture based on inclusivity, diversity, and professional development.

External Engagement

• Work with Trustees, their representatives, and staff to represent the ILWU-PMA Benefits Plans Office as its primary ambassador.
• Manage a wide range of vendor relationships.
• Serve as the intermediary between Trustee representatives and other key stakeholders.

Staff and Operational Management

• Manage a team of more than 60 staff members, over half of which are themselves union members.
• Further existing, and install as needed, processes enabling the best operational practices and determine their potential applications for the Benefit Plans Office.
• Serve as the key ambassador across all organizational initiatives.
• Review existing staff knowledge and resources, play a key role in developing more efficient structures, processes, and staff to improve deliverables as needed.
• Manage the organizational budget and ensure it is financially viable, sustainable, and on target.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of current issues as they relate to ILWU-PMA Benefit Plans internal operations.
• Stay up-to-date on regulatory requirements for employee benefits plans in the multiemployer sector.
• Remain current on developments in health care delivery and be prepared to implement innovations

The Candidate
Experience and Professional Qualifications
The Executive Director is responsible for the successful administration of benefit plans covering more than 65,000 plan participants (working and retired ILWU members and their eligible dependents and survivors). The ideal candidate will have the requisite interpersonal skills necessary to develop meaningful relationships with a variety of stakeholders and the ability to execute business plans in a dynamic environment. The Benefit Plans Office seeks a thoughtful leader with a record of administering benefits in the ERISA regulator environment.

• Fifteen years of leadership experience with at least five years of demonstrated success in leading a team.
• Ten years of experience in a labor relations field, ideally inclusive of experience with Boards of Trustees and a variety of stakeholders.
• A detail-focused mindset with a desire to implement process improvements.
• Technological savvy and experience utilizing technology to combat cyber security threats.
• A record of interfacing with participants and developing communications strategies to help them navigate benefit decisions.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and a diplomatic style of operation.

Personal Attributes
The Executive Director demonstrates:

• A strong set of positive and guiding core values and principles.
• A commitment to the mission of ILWU-PMA Benefit Plans Office.
• A collaborative operating style.
• Demonstrated leadership and organizational management skills with ability to coach staff and develop and develop teams, including with remote workers.
• Credible experience achieving strategic objectives.
• Fiscal acumen with experience managing a multi-million dollar budget.

Key Relationships
Staff Direct Reports

• Director of Information Technology
• Director of Plans Administration
• Director of Operations
• Accounting Manager
• Human Resources Manager
• Associate Executive Director
• Executive Assistant

Education
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or significant translatable experience.

Compensation:

A competitive compensation package will be provided to the successful candidate, including excellent benefits and a salary of approximately $275,000 – $300,000.

Contact Information:
Note:

To apply
Applications, inquiries, and nominations should be submitted electronically to: Lance.Friedensohn@KornFerry.com

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The ILWU-PMA Benefit Plans (BPO) is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available person in every job. BPO policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion (all aspects of religious beliefs, observance, or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices), marital status, age, national origin (includes language use and possession of a driver’s license issued to persons unable to provide their presence in the United States is authorized under federal law), ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer, a record or history of cancer, and genetic characteristics), sec (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. It also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. Discrimination can also include failing to reasonably accommodate religious practice or qualified individuals with disabilities where the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. All such discrimination is unlawful.

The BPO is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in BPO operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the BPO, including supervisors and coworkers.

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