CORP HR BENEFIT ADMINISTRATION MGR - TIME AWAY FROM WORK chez 0620 King Soopers

• Administer assigned Time Away from Work programs and ensure adherence to applicable policies and procedures

• Manage the eligibility file process between internal systems and LOA Vendor, ensuring accurate data flow, identifying and correcting errors, and validating associate eligibility for benefits enrollment

• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations including ERISA, FMLA, ADA, and IRS codes

• Collaborate with legal counsel to develop and maintain plan documents, notices, and amendments

• Partner with Total Rewards, HR teams, Labor Relations, and Leave Specialists to align leave strategies with business goals and Total Rewards objectives

• Serve as the primary liaison for division Leave Specialists, providing guidance and support on program administration

• Collaborate with Associate Communications and benefits teams to develop and manage internal and external communication materials

• Partner with Time Away from Work Plan Manager to manage financial aspects of assigned benefit plans, including vendor fees, performance guarantees, and contract terms

• Oversee monthly self-bill and reconciliation processes for vendor administrative fees

• Provide cost analysis and support negotiations for annual renewals of self-insured and fully-insured benefit plans

• Support vendor audits and ensure accurate data reporting and financial integrity

• Oversee vendor relationships, including performance reviews, issue resolution, and account management

• Conduct year-end processes and ensure timely completion of required reporting

• Develop and deliver plan management and ad hoc reports to support decision-making

• Analyze plan utilization and financial trends; recommend strategies to optimize plan performance and associate satisfaction

• Partner with the Time Away from Work Plan Manager, technology teams, and external vendors to enhance systems and processes

• Support innovation in leave administration through modern solutions that improve efficiency and associate experience

• Travel up to 20% to attend vendor meetings, conferences and meet with retail division teams as needed

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation 

Minimum

• 5+ years of experience in benefits administration, with a focus on leave and disability programs

• Strong knowledge of federal and state leave laws and benefit regulations

• Experience managing vendor relationships and benefit plan financials

• Proficiency in HRIS and leave management systems

• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills

Desired

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field

• 5+ years previous benefits administration specifically in assigned benefit plans