As a People Operations Benefits Leader, you will manage the day-to-day operations for all U.S. and Canada employees in relation to their Health & Welfare and Retirement benefits. You will report to the Global Benefits Leader and will be responsible for the execution of consistent, simplified and user-friendly operations that are in alignment with the plan design as well as compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Manage People Operations, USCA to ensure excellent program administration and customer service to all participants in the US and Canada
Implement all plan offerings and plan design changes as directed by Strategy
Responsible for plan administration at a first level by delivering on administration and inquiries of welfare and retirement plans
Support vendor relationships by reviewing SLAs and metrics, performing ongoing audits, reporting trends to Strategy, maintaining accurate participant eligibility and participating in calls as needed
Manage the Health & Welfare benefits administration system by reviewing PPG initiatives with the vendor and implementing streamlined and user-friendly processes
Execute successful election periods on an annual basis for all eligible participants
Support the review of all PPG communications and Summary Plan Descriptions and offer recommendations based on benefits knowledge as well as the overall employee experience
Administer the delivery of all PPG communications and Summary Plan Descriptions to participants as instructed by Strategy
Manage the online benefits portal content as directed by Strategy
Ensure all compliance actions are completed, including 5500s, state reporting, 1095s, etc.
Support all acquisitions and divestitures by building and executing implementation of the PPG welfare and retirement benefits.
Support the Labor team by providing negotiation data support and executing on the implementation of the contract results.
Collaborate with the Americas Operations team to ensure alignment as well as awareness of ongoing activities within each area.
Represent the organization in interactions with external parties in order to protect PPG's interests and reputation.
Qualifications
BS/BA Degree, preferably in Human Resources, Business, or related.
10+ years of experience with U.S. benefits; Experience with Canada benefits is a plus.
Prior experience managing a team of professionals; 5-10 direct reports and 10-15 indirect reports.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills; ability to understand the inquiry/problem and drive towards resolution.
Strong analytical skills, ability to research multiple documents, systems and resources to ensure accuracy.
Ability to think about the user experience to ensure all processes are executed with ease and consistency.
Experience working with computer systems such as Oracle, Microsoft Suite and Workday is preferred.
Driver of a strong team environment that will foster collaboration among the Operations team.
Act honestly and professionally with discretion to participant´s sensitive information.
PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
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