• Lead the design and implementation of company benefits programs, including health, dental, retirement, disability, life insurance, flexible spending, and wellness offerings • Oversee ongoing administration of benefits programs, including time off, sick pay, vendor management, and program maintenance • Lead global benefits renewals and manage a multi-million-dollar benefits budget while partnering with Finance, Legal, and HR • Evaluate and implement new benefits programs by assessing cost, risk, and legal considerations and aligning initiatives with company sustainability and financial goals • Directly lead and mentor a specialized, multi-continent team, including the North America Benefits Manager, Europe Benefits Manager, and a Benefits Analyst • Establish and continuously improve benefits policies and practices to support organizational needs • Address complex, ambiguous challenges by identifying alternative procedures and developing solutions that impact both short- and long-term operational goals • Collaborate with senior functional managers and cross-functional teams to influence recommendations and drive results • Communicate program changes and details consistently to ensure employees stay informed • Exercise independent judgment in methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining sub-function results