Benefits Program Manager, North America

The Benefits Team for North America at IDEXX selects, implements, and supports Core Benefits (e.g., medical, dental, vision, retirement), Lifestyle Benefits (fertility, remote Physical Therapy, Family Friendly, etc.

and point solutions for all US and Canada employees. The Benefits Team is also responsible for maintaining all benefits through configuration, testing, and administration in the current HR Information System Workday.

This position will be involved in a variety of benefits areas including technology, program and vendor management, analytical projects, compliance, and customer service.

What You Will Be Doing :

• You will lead Compliance activities for Benefits plans including 5500s, mental health parity, transparency laws requirements, ACA reporting (federal and state), various required filings and reports
• You will have the Benefits Admin role for HR Information System of record (Workday)
• You will manage all Canada Benefits Programs, including vendors and consultants
• You will manage specific programs and vendor relationships in the US
• You will work with the HR Technology Team, Total Rewards Team, and the Operations Team to support all benefits programs in North America
• You will be an integral team member for US Benefits Annual Open Enrollment
• You will partner with Communications to improve ongoing education and awareness

What You Need To Succeed :

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 10+ Years of experience with Benefits Programs
• HR Systems knowledge in Benefits (Workday benefits build and testing required)
• Expert US Benefits Program knowledge for core programs (medical, dental, vision, retirement, etc.) and lifestyle benefits (knowledge of Canada benefits a plus)
• Strong background in benefits compliance
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and individually
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrate out-of-the-box thinking and identify process improvement opportunities
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail as well as the ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects at once

What We Offer

We offer meaningful work in a supportive environment where you can be yourself and have a fulfilling career while enjoying a balanced life outside of work.

You will be an essential part of a fast-growing company in a growing industry and be able to work with people who are inspiring and the best in their field.

Why IDEXX?

We’re proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease.

We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 talented people.

So, what does that mean for you? We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery.

At IDEXX, you will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.

Let’s pursue what matters together.

IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.

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