Benefits Specialist

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Job description

Become part of the excitement.

As a Total Rewards Program Manager, you will manage benefits and compensation (total rewards) program design and effectiveness for the Company.

In this role you will:

• Evaluate the effectiveness of total rewards programs on a regular basis.
• Monitor and benchmark the attractiveness of total rewards programs against the industry and key competitors.
• Maintain and refresh the Company's well-being strategy.
• Work with Accounting, Finance, Legal and Human Resources (HR) to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.
• Lead the total reward vendor selection process.
• Periodically audit and monitor total reward vendors for compliance to contract terms, and against required service levels.
• Regularly report on the performance of all total rewards plans.
• Research and develop recommendations for total reward plans changes to address Company needs.

What you bring to the table:

• 5 years of relevant experience, including but not limited to: developing, managing, and evaluating various components of compensation programs including base pay, bonuses, incentives, sales compensation and commission plans, and executive pay
• Experience managing defined contribution and defined benefit retirement plans
• Four-year degree: HR, finance, or related field required
• Advanced degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) and/or Certified Benefits Professional (CBP) certification preferred
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations
• Experience with continuous improvement techniques and practices
• Strongly proficient in compensation and benefits theory and design
• Knowledge of the wholesale distribution industry
• Leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively supervise staff and achieve results through others
• Analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills
• Able to develop and execute strategic plans and budget effectively
• Oral and written communication and presentation skills
• Highly organized; able to effectively manage multiple assignments concurrently, including the ability to assess and manage priorities
• Ability to select and manage vendors and negotiate effectively
• Some travel required

Why should you join Graybar?

At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it's the right thing to do and the right way to run our business.

We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.

That's what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.

Apply now and find out what's next for you.

At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! As a full-time employee of Graybar, you will accrue THREE weeks of vacation during your first 12 months, and will have access to a wide variety of our benefits. Benefits include: Medical Insurance and Prescription Drug, Dental Insurance, Vision Plan, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Profit Sharing Plan, 401(k) Savings Plan, Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Holidays, Employee Recognition Program

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled

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