Company Name: Nestlé
Location: Solon (Cleveland suburb), Ohio
Job Title: Manager, Leave Management for Nestlé in the US
Date Posted: 09/05/2024

Description:

Main Purpose of Job:

The Leave Management Manager is a leader of the Leave Management team and subject matter expert on all types of leaves and will play a critical role in overseeing and managing all aspects of leave programs within the organization. This position is responsible for understanding the end to end leave process and applicable policies for employees, the employee benefit procedures during an employee’s LOA, escalations, and requests from HRBPs and/or the Third-Party Administrators. Leave plans and policies include, but are not limited to, Short Term Disability (STD), Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Military (USERRA), Workers Compensation (WC-FMLA), Employer Sponsor paid and unpaid LOAs, Interactive Process for Accommodation requests and State Leave laws across all Operating Companies throughout the US. This position is responsible for making moderate to significant improvements of processes / systems and may demonstrate innovative influence within LOA specific projects that has impact multiple departments.

Key Outputs / Deliverables:

Team Management and Leadership (40%) :

• Leads professional level employees and provides development and direction for team projects
• Sets goals and objectives for team members for achievement of operational results.
• Ensures LOA policies, practices, and procedures are understood and followed by direct reports, customers, and stakeholders.

Third-Party Administrator (TPA) Management (30%):

• Audit Third-Party Administrator’s (TPA) end-to-end leave process, including applicable FMLA time tracking, FMLA notification compliance, and payroll files.
• Act as a liaison between TPA and HR to resolve complex payroll and leave inquiries and escalations and provide guidance on established processes.
• Access TPA’s system(s) to research issues and provide in-depth responses and training to HR.

Communication and Collaboration (20%) :

• Communicates with parties within and outside of own job function, which may include internal stakeholders, and external customers or vendors.

 Compliance and Training (10%) :

• Act as the main point of contact to deliver ongoing training and education to HR regarding the TPA’s portal, leave, and ADAAA processes.
• Perform planned/impromptu investigations and audits to ensure and/or maintain EEO/AA/OFCC or Federal/State employment law compliance in practice as it related to leave management practices.

Qualifications / Certifications:

• A Bachelor’s (BA or BS) in Human Resource Management or related field (e.g., Business, Organizational Communication)
• Minimum of 7 years of work-related experience in HR, Benefits, Payroll and Leave Administration experience preferred, including an understanding payroll of STD/paid leave claims processing preferred
• Knowledge of federal and state laws regarding ADAAA, FMLA, Military, and company leave policies for Parental, Personal, Sabbatical, and WC leaves required
• Full understanding of LTD and STD plan designs and pay structure preferred
• Payroll experience preferred, specifically in SAP and Kronos timekeeping system
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint required
• Experience using SAP, Kronos, and other HRIS or payroll system preferred
• Travel (10% or more).

Critical Experiences:

• People management experience; including goal setting, regular feedback, and performance evaluations, to drive employee engagement and productivity.
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and hold team accountable for same
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive employee information in a confidential manner
• Strong problem solving, analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a diverse, team environment
• Willingness to embrace change, be flexible, and adapt quickly to changing priorities and assignments
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to prioritize and effectively handle demands from multiple stakeholders

Contact Information:
Note:

This role will report to:
Tina Cantu
Sr. Director, Total Rewards

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Company Name: Nestlé
Location: Solon (Cleveland suburb), Ohio
Job Title: Leave Management Specialist for Nestlé in the US
Date Posted: 09/05/2024

Description:

Position Overview:

The Leave of Absence (LOA) Specialist is a subject matter expert on all types of leaves, including FMLA, state and local leave laws, company leave polices and ADAAA regulations. This position is responsible for understanding the end to end leave process and applicable policies for employees, the employee benefit procedures during an employee’s LOA, and responding to questions, escalations, and requests from HRBPs and/or the Third-Party Administrators. Leave plans and policies include, but are not limited to, Short Term Disability (STD), Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Military (USERRA), Workers Compensation (WC-FMLA), Employer Sponsor paid and unpaid LOAs, Interactive Process for Accommodation requests and State Leave laws across all Operating Companies throughout the US. The position is expected to have a working knowledge of SAP payroll processes (for both Exempt and Non-Exempt employees), data reporting, and Kronos time entries in order to resolve complex payroll issues and assist in auditing to ensure accurate payroll is processed. 

Responsibilities: 

• Audit Third-Party Administrator’s (TPA) end to end leave process, including applicable FMLA time tracking, FMLA notification compliance, and payroll files.
• Act as liaison between TPA and HR to resolve complex payroll and leave inquiries and escalations and provide guidance on established processes.
• Access TPA’s system(s) to research issues and provide in-depth responses and training to HR.
• Assume Project Management duties for acquisitions and divestitures to identify plan enrollment, data conversion and ongoing leave processes.
• Assist in performing daily and weekly audits of TPA’s inbound pay and leave hour files to ensure accuracy of pay and hours reported and available paid time off based on location specific policies.
• Validate state disability calculations through audit process, providing resolution to any data errors.
• Act as main point of contact to deliver ongoing training and education to HR regarding the TPA’s portal, leave and ADAAA processes.
• Review and provide in-depth analysis of payroll issues, identify root cause and provide analysis of same, through internal case tracking system.
• Trouble shoot Kronos or SAP entries that may not be accurate and provide recommendations on process improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree preferred, specifically in Business, HRIS, Human Resources, or related field
• 3+ years of HR, Benefits, Payroll and Leave Administration experience preferred, including an understanding payroll of STD/paid leave claims processing preferred
• Knowledge of federal and state laws regarding ADAAA, FMLA, Military, and company leave policies for Parental, Personal, Sabbatical, and WC leaves required
• Full understanding of LTD and STD plan designs and pay structure preferred
• Payroll experience preferred, specifically in SAP and Kronos timekeeping system
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint required
• Experience using SAP, Kronos, and other HRIS or payroll system preferred

Skills:

• Ability to focus on customer needs and deliver results in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Strong technical aptitude with Excel
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive employee information in a confidential manner
• Strong problem solving, analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a diverse, team environment
• Willingness to embrace change, be flexible, and adapt quickly to changing priorities and assignments
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to prioritize and effectively handle demands from multiple stakeholders

Contact Information:
Note:

This role will report to:
Manager, Leave Management (open role)

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Company Name: Elanco
Location: Hybrid: Position is in our corporate headquarters, which is currently in Greenfield, IN. Elanco Animal Health will be moving to a new headquarters in downtown Indianapolis in Q1 2025., Indiana
Job Title: US Benefits Manager
Date Posted: 02/07/2024

Description:

Your Role: US Benefits Manager

As US Benefits Manager, you will lead the strategic planning, implementation, and management of Elanco’s US health and welfare benefit programs, retirement plans, and leave programs. You will ensure these offerings align with employee needs, remain competitive in the market, and comply with regulatory requirements.

Your Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning and Finance (35): Provide subject matter expertise on benefits design and practices, supporting HR, Finance, Legal, and business leaders. Lead benefits budgeting process and ensure all costs are accounted and reconciled to include invoice processing and tracking of expenses for all programs.
• Vendor Management/Procurement (10): Coordinate all aspects of vendor contract and amendments as needed with procurement, and sets/measures performance metrics for the vendor.
• Compliance (10): Remain informed about relevant laws and regulations related to employee benefits (ERISA), ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal laws and requirements, to include required government filing such as Form 5500 reporting for both H&W and retirement, ACA, SAR, PCORI, etc.
• Benefits Administration (15) Manage open enrollment process by creating and implementing a project plan and working with internal partners for the delivery and execution to include, working with third party vendor in managing FMLA leave and disability administration process, and serve as a resource for HR, payroll and other internal partners regarding leave policies and practices.
• Communications (15): Oversee all marketing/communications of programs, partnering with internal communications and vendor teams to promote Elanco’s programs and partnerships, to include implementing a communications strategy to ensure programs are understood and effectively utilized.

Requirements:

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Education: Bachelor’s degree preferably in HR or related discipline
• Required Experience: 5-7+ years of progressive experience in Benefits, ideally in a large organization
• Top 2 skills: Strong project management experience in managing a benefit program, and financial acumen

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):

• Master’s degree and/or benefits certification
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; working knowledge of HRIS databases, preferably with Workday HRIS experience
• Knowledge of HIPAA, ERISA, and other laws impacting health and welfare benefit administration.
• Experience with US leave administration to include strong knowledge of U.S. Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and COBRA compliance.
• Proven experience in vendor management, contract negotiations, and cost management

Additional Information:

• Travel: Minimal, as required
• Location: Global Elanco Headquarters - Greenfield, IN - Hybrid Work Environment

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!

Compensation:

Elanco Benefits and Perks:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include:

• Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)
• 8-week parental leave
• 9 Employee Resource Groups
• Annual bonus offering
• Flexible work arrangements
• Up to 6% 401K matching

Contact Information:
Note:

At Elanco (NYCE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals!

As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. We’re driven by our vision of ‘Food and Companionship Enriching Life’ and our approach to sustainability – the Elanco Healthy Purpose™ – to advance the health of animals, people, the planet and our enterprise.

At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you’ll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.

Making animals’ lives better makes life better – join our team today!

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Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status

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