S&S Activewear hiring Benefits Specialist (Remote of Hybrid Available) in Bolingbrook, Illinois, United States | LinkedIn (2024)

APPLY TODAY TO JOIN OUR TEAM! Company OverviewS&S Activewear is the leading wholesaler to the imprintable apparel and uniform market in the United States and Canada. Since 1988, we’ve provided high-quality, imprintable apparel to our broad wholesale customer base. We offer high-quality apparel that allows your customers to express their creativity through wearable art through concert merchandise, school & team apparel, marathons and fun runs company stores, theme park gift shops and everyone in between!

Today, we offer the most extensive and accessible collection of fashion-forward styles around. And we get you the goods fast. We operate eight nationwide distribution centers—that’s 4 million square feet of efficient warehouse space—and uniquely offer the largest one & two-day distribution footprint in the industry, with its products reaching 99% of the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico within two days and 44 states in just one day.

We offer more than 100 brands, including Adidas, Champion, Columbia, Dickies, Fruit of the Loom, Gildan, Oakley, Richardson, Tommy Hilfiger, etc.

We have grown from a successful midwestern t-shirt and fleece distributor into an industry leader with approximately $2.5 billion in annual sales. In March 2021, Clayton, Dubilier & Rice (“CD&R”) acquired S&S Activewear. CD&R believed S&S to be a leading distribution platform with sustainable competitive advantage following significant strategic investments in its geographic reach, people, and technology.

About Clayton, Dubilier & RiceClayton, Dubilier & Rice (CD&R) is all about investing with a purpose. They're a private investment firm that really focuses on turning companies into stronger, more profitable versions of themselves. From the beginning they have overseen the investment of over $35 billion across 100 different companies, and those deals add up to a total value of more than $150 billion. The CD&R firm has offices in both New York and London.

Job DescriptionThe Benefit Specialist plays a crucial role in managing employee benefits programs within the organization. They are responsible for assisting employees with understanding their benefits packages, facilitating enrollment processes, and addressing inquiries related to benefits. This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a comprehensive understanding of employee benefits programs.

Schedule Monday-Friday, Full-Time, Exempt

Remote Available or Hybrid Bolingbrook, IL Benefits

• Vacation, Personal, and Sick time.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short/Long term disability.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• 401K with 3% company contribution.
• Discounts on brand name apparel.
• Employee events.
• Opportunities for advancement – Internal Promotions.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Administer all aspects of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, leave of absence, and dependent verification
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees regarding benefit inquiries, clarifications, and issue resolution
• Ensure accurate and timely enrollment, changes, and termination of benefits for employees
• Maintain accurate records of employee benefit elections, changes, and eligibility status using HRIS (Human Resources Information System) or other designated software platforms
• Stay abreast of federal, state, and local regulations related to employee benefits, such as ACA, HIPAA, and FMLA, and ensure compliance with all applicable laws
• Coordinate with benefit providers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators to resolve issues and ensure smooth administration of benefits programs
• Assist in conducting regular audits and assessments to ensure the accuracy and integrity of benefits data and processes
• Coordinate with internal and external partners to develop and conduct informational sessions, workshops, and training programs to educate employees about available benefits options, eligibility criteria, and coverage details

Qualifications

• Previous experience in benefits administration, HR, or a related role
• Strong understanding of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and voluntary benefits
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Proficiency in HRIS or other relevant software applications
• Knowledge of relevant federal and state regulations governing employee benefits
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion

Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen.

Working EnvironmentCurrently, S&S has a remote work policy which provides for employees to be in the office Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and work from home on Tuesdays and Thursdays, which is subject to change based on business need. Position location: Bolingbrook, IL.

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

S&S Activewear welcomes people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to creating a diverse culture and supporting human growth. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. We conduct business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer, and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons. S&S participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S. This job offer is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check.