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The Save Mart Companies

Director, Benefits & Leave Administration - Modesto, CA

The Save Mart Companies, Modesto, California, United States, 95351

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Overview The Director, Benefits and Leave Administration is responsible for directing the strategic planning, design, implementation, regulatory compliance, communication, and administration of all company-wide benefits and leave programs aligned with organizational objectives. The position leads a team of benefits and leaves professionals who implement, maintain compliance, and administer the programs, and works with vendors, consultants, and brokers to meet company and employee needs. The Director understands the importance of strong benefits programs in attracting and retaining top talent.

Essential Duties And Key Responsibilities

Contribute to developing the Total Rewards strategy across all business areas and functions; ensure internal equity and external market competitiveness of benefit programs.

Evaluate the effectiveness of existing benefits programs, policies and guidelines, ensuring cost effectiveness, alignment with organizational goals, and compliance with company policies, federal legislation, and other regulatory requirements.

Direct the design, implementation, communication and cost control of benefits programs for employees and retirees.

Collaborate with benefits vendors, brokers, and consultants to stay current on market trends, legal requirements, and changes in the retail grocery industry.

Develop and execute a comprehensive communication strategy for benefits programs; improve employee participation and engagement and promote the company’s people-first culture and strategic objectives.

Collaborate with the Labor Relations Department on union negotiations relative to health and welfare benefit plan designs to align with the company’s labor strategy.

Oversee the benefits budget, monitor expenses to plans, and partner with Finance to ensure accurate and timely accruals.

Oversee leave of absence, accommodations, and unemployment insurance programs for all locations.

Manage the interactive process of requests for accommodation, including the return-to-work process, ensuring consistency and compliance with state and federal leave laws.

Manage staff, coach, provide feedback, and set performance standards and goals.

Some of our competitive offerings include generous benefits packages (Health, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D, 401K), tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities, vacation and personal holidays, and in-store purchase discounts.

Compensation Hiring pay range: $150,000.00 - 205,000.00

Requirements (Knowledge, Skills And Abilities)

Knowledge and understanding of federal and state employment laws: ERISA, FMLA, EEO, HIPAA, and related laws and regulatory requirements.

Broad compensation and benefits expertise with a mix of operational, plan design, and strategic experience.

Proven ability to interact with employees at all levels of the organization.

Experience creating and presenting executive summaries.

Strong strategic, operational, organizational, system, and problem solving skills.

Strong negotiation skills and ability to influence others.

Highest personal and professional integrity.

Education Four-year college degree or equivalent knowledge gained through formal education, specialized training, or additional job experience required.

Experience 10 years directly related experience, 7 years Management, Supervisor, and/or Leadership Experience.

Other Occasional travel required.

Equal Opportunity The Save Mart Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome resumes from individuals who will contribute to our diverse workforce.

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