About this role
About the Role The Director of Benefits will lead ULINE’s benefits strategy and programs, partnering with HR leadership to design competitive total rewards that attract, retain, and engage a diverse workforce. This role will oversee benefits program development, vendor management, compliance, and analytics to drive cost efficiency and employee satisfaction.
What You'll Do
- Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing optimization of benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, and voluntary benefits) across all locations.
- Manage relationships with benefits vendors, administer budgets, negotiate terms, and monitor program performance.
- Ensure regulatory compliance, data privacy, and accurate benefits communications across the organization.
- Partner with HR, compensation, and payroll to administer enrollment, eligibility, and life-cycle events.
- Develop dashboards and reporting to measure program effectiveness, cost trends, and employee satisfaction.
- Lead or mentor a team of benefits professionals and coordinate with cross-functional partners during mergers, acquisitions, or large-scale changes.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field; 8-12+ years of progressive experience in benefits/total rewards; demonstrated success in designing and managing comprehensive benefits programs.
- Strategic thinker with strong analytical, financial acumen, and vendor management skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills; ability to influence senior leadership and cross-functional partners.
- Experience administering diverse benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, retirement, voluntary benefits) and knowledge of regulatory requirements.
Nice to Have
- Professional certification (CEBS, SPHR/PHR) or equivalent.
- Experience in manufacturing/logistics or a large multi-site workforce.
- Global benefits experience.