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
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
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
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