Program Manager – Benefits

Monogram Foods

Program Manager overseeing operational effectiveness of employee benefit programs at Monogram Foods. Ensuring compliance and supporting positive employee experiences in a hybrid work environment.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeMemphis • Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing operational benefit and leave of absence programs, including compliance with federal and multi-state leave laws. Proficient in analyzing leave trends, resolving complex cases, and collaborating cross-functionally to ensure accurate leave administration.

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Leave AdministrationFederal And Multi-State Leave LawsHRIS ProficiencyAnalytical SkillsStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Leave ManagementCompliance JudgmentData AnalysisIntermediate Excel SkillsOperational Risk Identification

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationOrganizational SkillsProfessionalismAttention To DetailDecision-Making

Tools & Technologies

HRISLeave Management PlatformsReporting Tools

Industry Keywords

FMLAADA AccommodationsShort-Term DisabilityLong-Term DisabilityParental LeaveMilitary LeaveUnpaid LeaveState And Local Family Leave Laws

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the operational benefit and leave of absence programs, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, short-term and long-term disability, parental, adoption, military, unpaid leave, and applicable state and local family leave laws
Independently administer and resolve complex leave cases, including eligibility determinations, certifications, extensions, returns-to-work, and worker’s compensation considerations
Serve as a subject-matter resource for employees, managers, and HR partners on leave administration, interpreting policies and requirements appropriately
Oversee day-to-day operational interactions with third-party leave administrators, addressing service issues and data discrepancies
Partner cross-functionally with Payroll, Benefits, HRIS, EHS, and Operations to ensure accurate integration and resolution of leave-related impacts
Maintain and review documentation and records to ensure audit readiness and compliance integrity
Analyze leave trends and recurring issues to identify operational risks or improvement opportunities
Recommend process improvements or procedural refinements to the Senior Manager
Support development and maintenance of leave-related communications, tools, and job aids
Monitor legislative changes and assess operational implications, escalating recommendations as appropriate

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, or a related field is required
7+ years of experience in benefits, leave administration, human resources, or a combination of these fields
Strong working knowledge of federal and multi-state leave laws
Strong compliance judgment and decision-making skills
Ability to resolve nuanced and complex leave scenarios independently
Clear, confident communication with employees and business partners
Analytical skills to identify trends and operational risks
Intermediate excel skills
Proficiency with HRIS, leave management platforms, and reporting tools
Strong communication and presentation skills, including the ability to influence cross‑functional decision‑making
High attention to detail, accuracy, and data integrity.
Strong organization skills
High degree of professionalism and integrity
Ensure benefit premiums are collected for employees on leave