Senior Benefits Specialist

Senior Benefits Specialist

Company:

The Boeing Company

The Boeing Company is looking for a Senior Benefits Specialist to join our team in Chicago, IL; Charleston, SC; Arlington, VA, Mesa, AZ; or Seattle, WA.

Join our team where you will support the Healthcare Strategy team in driving excellence in our health and insurance programs! In this individual contributor role, you’ll focus on the strategic execution of these vital programs, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all processes. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. They will also have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly understand complex issues and make informed decisions.

Position Responsibilities:

• Plan, recommend and implement health and welfare strategy initiatives within the Boeing benefits program
• Work closely with consultants to manage annual health and insurance renewal process and oversee key annual enrollment deliverables
• Act as strategy focal for key benefit vendor relationships, prioritize strategic vendor initiatives
• Provide benefits support and analysis for M&A/divestiture/subsidiary integration projects
• Provide support for health and insurance programs for union negotiations
• Support RFPs (competitive bids) for various healthcare services
• Develop and maintain partnerships with other internal functional areas such as Legal/Compliance, Benefit Operations, Communications, Well-Being and TR Partners to ensure integration and an effective roll-out of strategic initiatives

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 10+ years of experience in managing employer sponsored health and insurance plans including self-funded medical and prescription drug plans
• 5+ years conducting Request for Proposals and negotiating contracts with health, insurance and well-being companies
• 5+ years of experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks, and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• 5+ years of experience working for a large employer with both union and non-union populations
• 5+ years of experience with retiree medical plans
• 5+ years of experience with data analytics

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Professional certification (e.g., CEBS, PHR, CPA)
• Experience with employee benefits programs and relevant regulations (e.g., ERISA, COBRA, ACA)
• Experience driving change and innovation in the employer health benefits space

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay and Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.  Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. 

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. 

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range: $137,700 - $198,950 

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:

This is not an Export Control position.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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