Benefits Manager

Sodexo has an exciting Benefits Manager position available with our Corporate Human Resources group in Cheektowaga, New York.  This is a hybrid position and requires 3 days in office.

This position is responsible for overseeing the implementation and administration of custom/union benefit plans for employees across North America, union dues disbursements, the direct pay function and the unemployment claims process. This requires close interaction with our third-party insurance carriers and working to ensure compliance with ERISA, and other applicable laws. The incumbent will report to our Director of Benefits and will manage 3 direct reports. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage and oversight of three direct reports
• Oversee union dues disbursements
• Oversee the unemployment claim process
• Responsible for managing union fund audits
• Manage the direct payment process for employees on leave of absence 

 Is this the right opportunity for you?   We are looking for candidates who have/are:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of Benefits/HR experience
• Previous management experience
• Great attention to detail; strong acumen for numbers
• Working knowledge of ERISA Compliance and other benefit related state and federal laws
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work in a fast-paced environment and be detail oriented
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Intermediate level skills in Microsoft Excel
• Familiarity with SAP, ADP, Kronos highly desired

Sodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs.

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How far will your ambition, talent and dedication take you? Sodexo fosters a culture committed to the growth of individuals through continuous learning, mentoring and career growth opportunities

Sodexo offers fair and equitable compensation, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. While the budgeted range for the position is posted, Sodexo salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education and training.

Basic Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Basic Management Experience - 3 years
Basic Functional Experience - 3 years of Benefits, Health & Welfare, or Retirement experience

Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.