Benefit Manager Human Resources

Job Title : Benefit Manager - Human Resources

Location : Northbrook IL

Company : Bell Flavors & Fragrances Inc.

Employment Type : Regular Full-Time

About Us : Bell Flavors & Fragrances Inc. is a leading company in the flavor and fragrance industry dedicated to creating innovative and high-quality products. We are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture where employees can thrive and grow.

Position Overview : We areseeking a dynamic and experienced Benefits Manager to lead develop and implement our US employee benefits and leave programs. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance managing carrier relationships and serving as the primary resource for employee benefits inquiries. The Benefits Manager will play a key part in promoting wellness initiatives and supporting our HR team in delivering exceptional employee experiences.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead and manage US employee benefits and leave programs including health dental vision retirement and ancillary plans.
• Oversee benefit carrier relationships and recommend program changes.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines; manage benefit audits and reporting.
• Coordinate annual open enrollment including preparation communication and implementation.
• Maintain benefit files update enrollments / terminations and process benefit invoices.
• Serve as the primary contact for employee benefits inquiries and assist with changes.
• Develop and implement wellness programs in partnership with benefit brokers.
• Administer leave of absence programs (WC STD LTD ADA FML Parental Leave etc.).
• Conduct new employee benefits orientations and ongoing promotional support.
• Coordinate with payroll to ensure accurate benefit deductions.
• Plan and communicate employee recognition and wellness events.
• Support general HR activities for non-operational teams.
• Ensure timely COBRA processing and compliance.
• Adherent to safety and compliance standards (OSHA FDA USDA EPA DOT etc.).

Qualifications

Why Join Us

If you are a motivated HR professional with a passion for fostering a positive workplace culture we encourage you to apply!

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Employee Relations,Succession Planning,Employee Evaluation,Human Resources Management,Lean,Lean Management,Benefits Administration,HRIS,Payroll,Employment & Labor Law,Human Resources,Manufacturing

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 110000 - 132000