Senior Specialist Benefits Administrator

Description:

Develops and administers complex benefit programs to include cafeteria plans and flexible spending accounts. Coordinates and plans the implementation and roll out of benefits programs such as CAFE/FLEX, disability insurance, pre and post retirement medical and life insurance. Develops standard operating procedures for benefit records.  Encompasses benefit programs for both salaried and hourly employees (15,000 covered lives) with some responsibility for development of Integrated Disability Management Programs. Administers various employee benefit programs, such as group insurance (life, medical, dental, Rx, accident and disability, EAP). Develops periodic updates as required for benefits Summary Plan Descriptions and coordinates distribution to affected personnel. Develops and implements new benefit programs; arranges and conducts employee orientation presentations and enrollments. Serves as open enrollment, new enrollment, status change and update coordinator. Administers COBRA, death claim processing and term vested notices. Maintains statistical data relative to plan costs and prepares management summaries as needed. Completes and/or participates in global benefit benchmarking surveys. Resolves administrative problems with the carrier representatives.  Oversees claims and eligibility investigations.  Ensures that benefits programs are in compliance with the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA and relevant healthcare legislation.  Prepares government report PBGC, Schedule SSA; assists comptroller's department in preparation of Form 5500 and related activities. Maintains Section 125 compliance.  Performs Benefits Programs benchmarking for local and related industries and recommends changes to existing benefits programs as necessary. Performs other duties as assigned by management.

 

Specific Requirements:

1)  BA/BS in Business Administration or related field AND ALL of the following:

2)  5+ years of Benefits Administration experience in a large organization (automotive or manufacturing  experience preferred).

3)  3-5 years of experience in development, implementation, and administration of Cafeteria Plans and Flexible Spending Accounts.

4)  3-5 years of experience as the lead project manager for cross functional benefit program conversions or rollouts.

5)  3-5 years of computer experience including MS Access, Word, Excel.

6)  1-3 years of SAP experience (preferred).

7)  Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) certification (preferred).

 

Company

BMW Manufacturing Co. is the birthplace of every X5 Sports Activity Vehicle, Z4 Roadster, M Roadster, Z4 Coupe

and M Coupe. Here, at the only BMW factory in the US, we transform dreams into machines. This is where

engineering perfection is set against the backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Where cooperation is found in the

work of teams and individuality flourishes in the creation of ideas. A place where the philosophy of BMW thrives and

the Ultimate Driving Machine is built.  Incorporating the highest levels of technology known to the industry, BMW Manufacturing plays a vital role in BMW's standing as a global vehicle manufacturer. Through advancements in education and R&D, the factory is committed to continuous improvement.

 

Benefits

At BMW, we recognize that Associates are more creative and more productive when they've struck a work-life

balance. We focus on your wellness and job satisfaction through:

Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental and vision plans

Short and long term disability benefits

Life insurance

401K Retirement Savings Plan

BMW Pension Plan

Associate Car Use Program

 

Training

In addition to on-site training, BMW offers tuition assistance for courses taken by Associates at local universities.

You're in the driver's seat controlling your destiny and we stand ready to help at each turn. It's part of a corporate

philosophy that includes respect for the individual and dedication to self-improvement

To be considered for this position please apply at: 

www.bmwusfactory.com/careers