Job Description Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Senior Benefits Manager to serve as our internal Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead our global health, disability, wellness, pension/retirement, and time off/leaves programs. In this role, you will plan and deliver the company’s benefits program for North America, Europe and APAC, ensuring integrity and consistency in how its various components are applied worldwide. The ideal candidate will have experience leading multiple annual benefit renewals and open enrollments and the proven ability to manage projects effectively, from planning to execution. You will manage global vendor relationships, ensuring our third-party providers deliver exceptional service. You will also partner closely with HR, Payroll, Finance, Legal and other internal stakeholders.

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the design, governance, planning, and implementation of global employee benefits programs, including leading annual benefit reviews, renewals and program re-design initiatives

• Analyze utilization, cost, participation, and demographic data to identify trends and inform strategic decision-making 

• Develop presentations and recommendations for leadership on new benefit plans, new markets or overall enhancements to program design, policy, strategy and technology and their subsequent implementation

• Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, regulations, and reporting requirements across all jurisdictions, including ACA filing, 401(k) annual audit, 5500 filing, FMLA, etc. and monitor regulatory changes and assess impacts to benefits and retirement programs as required

• Manage third-party vendor relationships ensuring that our service levels are maintained, issues are escalated and program documentation remains current

• Establish and maintain global benefits policies, procedures, and governance frameworks Including developing and implementing benefits communication and education strategies to improve employee understanding and engagement

Knowledge and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field with 10+ years of relevant work experience or Master’s Degree with 8+ years of experience

• Demonstrated experience managing  Canadian and US benefits and retirement plans. Working knowledge of other global regions benefits and retirement plans, including program design and delivery, is a plus

• Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal guidance

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail

• Strong financial and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex benefits data and translate it into clear, compelling presentations for stakeholders

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills with a proven ability to build strong relationships across HR, Finance and Senior Leadership teams

STEMCELL Technologies is a privately owned, Vancouver-based biotechnology company that helps power leading-edge life science research around the world. Driven by our love of science and passion for quality, we are a company of Scientists Helping Scientists—standing by our customers to provide the outstanding products, technical support, and training they need to advance their research. Scientists performing stem cell, immunology, cancer, regenerative medicine, and cellular therapy research are among those who rely on our cell culture media, cell separation products, instruments, accessory products, and services. Through our many regional offices, as well as our distribution centers in Vancouver, Seattle, Grenoble, and Singapore, we deliver our innovative, specialized products to more than 100 countries. With over 1,800 employees globally, most with scientific or engineering degrees, STEMCELL is proud to be the largest biotechnology employer in Canada.

This is an opportunity to work with highly motivated colleagues in a science-oriented, creative, and dynamic environment. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and meaningful career development opportunities.

STEMCELL is well recognized for exceptional leadership and business practices. We are one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and operate an ISO 14001-certified environmental management system to measure and reduce our environmental impact. 

As an equal opportunity employer, STEMCELL is dedicated to ensuring that every employee feels safe, valued, and respected for who they are. We know that scientific progress and innovation occur when diverse, creative minds come together and we are committed to nurturing a culture of inclusivity and belonging. STEMCELL enforces a zero-tolerance policy for any form of discrimination. Selection decisions are solely based on job-related factors.

The annual salary for this job ranges from:

$101,300.00 - $151,900.00

STEMCELL determines an individual’s pay within the range based on multiple factors including experience, education, job-related skills, and equity within the team or organization. For jobs that are eligible for sales incentives, the range noted above is inclusive of target incentives; actual incentives are based on individual performance results in accordance with company policy. In addition to base salary, STEMCELL offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health benefits, retirement savings, and more.

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