Benefits Manager

Requisition ID:888021

Position:Full-Time

Total Rewards:Benefits/Incentive Information

If you've worn a pair of glasses, we've already met.

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, and Target Optical, and leading e-commerce platforms.

Our portfolio of more than 150 renowned brands span various categories, from frames, lenses and instruments to brick and mortar and digital distribution as well as mid-range to premium segments. Our Shared Services Team, accompany and enable others within the EssilorLuxottica collective to achieve their targets. They keep people and projects running smoothly, ensuring every part of our business is provided for and well taken care of.

Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn!

GENERAL FUNCTION

This position will manage the Company's leave of absence and disability programs for North America.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage all leave policies and disability programs in accordance with Federal and State employment laws (FMLA, ADA, USERRA, PDL, etc.).
• Serve as subject matter expert for HRBPs, the business, and employees regarding the Company's benefits / LOA programs.
• Manage the vendors responsible for leave of absence and disability.
• Lead Job Fill Review Committee. This includes reviewing the status/claims requests for job fills and making recommendations.
• Manage LOA workstream for integrations in North America for newly acquired and legacy EssilorLuxottica companies.
• Manage complex and escalated leave/disability issues.
• Researches, leads and implements changes pertaining to paid state leave programs. This requires partnering and coordinating work efforts with the compliance, benefits, payroll and legal teams.
• Manage the development or enhancement of benefits/LOA communications to employees and HRBPs.
• Collaborate and build strong partnerships with other areas of the business such as payroll, HRIS, employment counsel, compliance, etc.to drive results.
• Monitor effectiveness of existing practices and recommend changes that are consistent with leave trends and company objectives.
• Manage and administer (as needed) state disability claims, LTD claims and terminations.
• Manage the reconciliation and audit processes of leave and disability programs. Resolves discrepancies with third-party vendors and payroll.
• Manage denied leaves and terminations as part of the LOA process.
• Complete special projects as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance/Accounting or related discipline
• 3-5 years of employee benefits experience with at least some of the time working in leaves of absences/disability
• Strong knowledge of leave program regulations including FMLA and ADA
• Vendor management experience
• Intermediate skill in Excel
• Strong decision-making skills
• Strong organizational skills, ability to plan and set priorities
• Ability to drive change and influence HRBPs and business leaders
• Must be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work independently and collaborate cross-functionally
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of leave of absence experience
• Previous experience working with SAP HCM and ADP Global View
• Previous experience working for a multinational company
• Strong vendor management experience including managing SLAs
• Strong leadership skills including managing others and vendor partnerships
• Demonstrated experience improving and simplifying processes

Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, EssilorLuxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process. To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.