**PURPOSE AND SCOPE:** The Director of Benefits is a strategic leader within Human Resources, responsible for the design, implementation, and oversight of comprehensive employee benefits programs. This role ensures that offerings are competitive, cost-effective, and compliant with federal and state regulations. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in benefits strategy, strong leadership capabilities, and a data-driven approach to decision-making. **Key Responsibilities** **Strategic Leadership & Program Design** · Develop and lead benefits strategies aligned with organizational goals and workforce needs. · Serve as a key advisor on industry trends, particularly within healthcare and related sectors. · Collaborate with senior leadership to shape long-term benefits planning and objectives. **Operational Oversight** · Direct benefits operations to ensure efficient administration and goal achievement. · Lead and mentor benefits team members to foster a high-performing, engaged workforce. · Manage vendor relationships and ensure adherence to service agreements and performance standards. **Compliance & Risk Management** · Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, and other applicable regulations. · Oversee audits and maintain documentation for regulatory reporting. **Financial Management** · Conduct financial and operational analysis of benefit plans to identify cost drivers and opportunities. · Partner with Finance to manage budgets, forecast spend and optimize plan performance. · Negotiate contracts with carriers, brokers, PBMs, and other vendors to maximize value. **Employee Engagement & Communication** · Lead initiatives to enhance employee understanding and appreciation of benefits. · Partner with HR Communications to develop materials for employee education and outreach. · Serve as a senior escalation point for complex benefits inquiries. **Cross-Functional Collaboration** · Work closely with HR, Finance, and Legal to align benefits strategy with broader business objectives. · Present recommendations and updates to executive leadership. **Technical Skills** · Proficiency in HRIS systems, benefits platforms, and data analytics tools. **Core Competencies** · Strategic planning and budgeting · Regulatory compliance · Vendor negotiation and management · Employee communication and training · Analytical thinking and data-driven decision-making · Leadership and team development **Preferred Skills** · Experience managing multi-state or complex benefits programs within a large multinational organization · Proven success in cost containment and vendor performance optimization · Strong background in managing PBM’s and rebate programs · Experience on the Broker side of employee benefits beneficial **Supervision** Responsible for the direct supervision of benefits staff across various levels, including hiring, coaching, performance management, and disciplinary actions. **Key Qualifications** **Minimum Requirements** · Bachelor's Degree required; Advanced Degree preferred · 10+ years' related experience. · SHRM Certification (SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP) or CEBS is desirable, or a plus. · Strong management skills with the ability to lead cohesive and productive teams. · Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of management through diplomacy and tact. · Excellent oral and written communication skills. · Strong computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in word processing, presentation, and email/web-based applications. · Knowledge of related benefits and welfare legal standards; such as ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA and FLSA. EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity **Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.** **EOE, disability/veterans**