Benefits Specialist 2 at SpartanNash

Byron Center, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Human Resources, Food Distribution, RetailIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Human Resources, Law, Compliance or a related field
3 years related experience
3 years of experience using data analytics to audit and analyze data to identify process improvement opportunities
3 years of experience in managing leave benefits
Experience working with leave of absence regulations
Experience working with benefit programs including plans, principles, and practices
Experience preparing, organizing, structuring (incomplete in description)
Must live within a commutable distance of Byron Center, MI, for hybrid position with in-office requirement

Responsibilities

Assist in the analyses of company benefit and retirement programs (e.g., 401(k), Profit Sharing, life insurance, long-term disability, health benefits) to ensure accurate and compliant programs
Develop relationships with associates, consultants, third-party administrators, and vendors
Respond to benefit-related questions and issues related to plan eligibility, provisions, claims, etc., for associates, management, HR Business Partners, and third-party administrators or vendors
Analyze, audit, and manage leave and other benefit programs and systems to ensure administrative compliance with ERISA, IRS, and other regulatory agencies
Use data analytics tools and strategies to audit and analyze benefits data to identify process improvement opportunities
Maintain benefits files and documentation as well as HRIS system maintenance for announcements, summary plan descriptions, plans or policies, and all other enrollment communications
Provide assistance with the overall communication and implementation of new or enhanced benefits, vendors, plan design changes, education programs, etc., including merger and acquisition projects as needed
Assist with the preparation of annual open enrollment activities, including design and distribution of enrollment materials, group presentations, and online enrollment processing
Review medical, dental, and vision interfaces with third parties to ensure transmitted data is updated for congruent systems and up to date
Remit HSA and FSA files to third-party vendor for funding of associate contributions
Participate in the administration of Affordable Care Act compliance; assist in the analysis and development of procedures for administering the ACA 30-hour rule for each measurement and stability period
Assist in reporting and other administrative requirements as determined by ACA
Maintain current knowledge of leave of absence, protected time laws, state-specific rules and legal regulations, industry trends, and best human resources and benefit practices; make recommendations to improve current programs and processes and ensure company legal compliance

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Benefits Administration401(k)Profit SharingERISA ComplianceIRS ComplianceHRISData AnalyticsLeave ManagementAuditing

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or on-site?

The position is located in Byron Center, MI, requiring on-site work at 850 76th Street S.W.

What is the salary for the Benefits Specialist 2 role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills are needed for this Benefits Specialist role?

Key skills include analyzing benefit programs for compliance, data analytics for auditing benefits data, HRIS system maintenance, and knowledge of ERISA, IRS, ACA regulations, and leave laws.

What is the company culture like at SpartanNash?

SpartanNash emphasizes a People First culture, Operational Excellence, and Insights that Drive Solutions, with a family of 20,000 Associates contributing to customer-focused innovation.

What makes a strong candidate for this Benefits Specialist position?

Strong candidates will have experience assisting in benefits and retirement program analyses, managing compliance with regulations like ERISA and ACA, using data analytics for process improvements, and handling open enrollment and vendor relationships.