Owens & Minor

Global Benefits Director

Owens & Minor

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Virginia • United States

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Salary

💰 $175,000 - $210,000 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Lead global benchmarking initiatives to align benefits with local market practices.
  • Develop a harmonized global benefits philosophy while allowing for regional differentiation.
  • Build a benefits strategy that balances inflation and cost control, meeting business needs and external benchmarks.
  • Implement a comprehensive benefits plan aligned with company goals, covering health, welfare, 401(k), and financial programs.
  • Oversee global benefits administration systems and champion standardized processes.
  • Manage global vendors and lead global RFP processes for optimized pricing and service levels.
  • Oversee the administration of benefits programs, including health and wellness and voluntary benefits.
  • Monitor vendor performance and ensure service quality meets organizational standards.
  • Evaluate program utilization, cost, and effectiveness; make recommendations for enhancements.
  • Oversee adherence to global benefit regulations, including GDPR and regional statutory requirements.
  • Own the teammate recognition program, ensuring it aligns with company values and goals.
  • Create global communication strategies tailored to cultural and language needs.
  • Partner with legal and compliance teams to manage risk and address regulatory updates, ensuring 401(k) plans and spending accounts remain compliant.
  • Build and maintain a global benefits governance framework with clear decision rights.
  • Implement clear and engaging communication plans to help teammates understand the full value of their benefits.
  • Champion a workplace culture centered on well-being by encouraging participation in programs that support physical, emotional, and financial health.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree or certification (e.g., CEBS, GPHR) preferred.
  • 7-10+ years of experience in benefits management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
  • Strong understanding of benefits practices, trends, and compliance requirements.
  • Proven track record in developing and implementing strategic benefits programs.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Outstanding communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to lead and influence in a matrixed, cross-cultural environment.
  • Ability to coach, counsel, and develop others
  • Mergers and acquisition experience preferred
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Hard Skills & Tools
benefits managementglobal benefits administrationvendor managementRFP processesprogram evaluationcompliance managementstrategic benefits programscost controlhealth and wellness programsteammate recognition programs
Soft Skills
analytical skillsproblem-solving skillsdecision-making skillscommunication skillsnegotiation skillsinterpersonal skillsleadership skillsinfluencing skillscoaching skillscultural awareness
Certifications
CEBSGPHR