Medline · 2 months ago
VP Benefits
Northfield, Illinois
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$202K/yr - $303K/yr
10+ years expMedline Industries, LP is a global healthcare company, and they are seeking a Vice President of Benefits to lead the strategy and administration of their U.S. health, welfare, and retirement programs. The role involves ensuring that benefits offerings are competitive and compliant, while also overseeing various HR functions and collaborating with executive leadership and external vendors.
Consumer GoodsHealth CareHospitalityManufacturingMedical
Responsibilities
Direct the design, implementation, and ongoing management of all U.S. health and welfare benefit programs (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, wellness, etc.), ensuring competitiveness, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with federal and state regulations (e.g., ERISA, ACA, HIPAA)
Manage the strategy, administration, and compliance of U.S. retirement plans (401(k), non-qualified plans, etc.), including plan design, vendor management, and participant communications
Oversee the design, administration, and compliance of all U.S. leave programs (FMLA, disability, state leaves, parental, etc.), paid time off, and employee accommodations, ensuring alignment with legal requirements and best practices
Oversee the HR M&A function, including due diligence, integration planning, and execution for acquired entities, ensuring seamless transition of benefits, compliance, and employee experience
Ensure all benefit programs and processes comply with applicable laws and regulations; manage audits, filings, and reporting; proactively identify and mitigate risks
Oversee the HR M&A function for HR, including due diligence, integration planning, and execution for acquired entities, ensuring seamless transition of benefits, compliance, and employee experience
Lead relationships and negotiations with benefits vendors, brokers, and consultants to optimize service, cost, and value; oversee RFPs, renewals, and performance management
Develop and execute communication strategies to ensure employees understand and value their benefits; oversee annual enrollment, education campaigns, and ongoing support
Monitor, analyze, and report on benefits utilization, costs, trends, and employee feedback; use data to drive continuous improvement and strategic recommendations
Partner with HR, Finance, Legal, Payroll, and other stakeholders to ensure benefits programs support business objectives and are integrated with other Total Rewards and HR initiatives
Lead, develop, and mentor the Benefits team; foster a culture of innovation, compliance, and internal customer excellence
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in HR, Business or related field
10+ years of progressive experience in benefits strategy, design, and administration for large, complex U.S. organizations
Deep knowledge of U.S. health, welfare, and retirement plans
Strong leadership, vendor management, project management, and communication skills
Expertise in benefits compliance and analytics
Ability to influence and partner with executive-level stakeholders
Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to influence and engage at all levels of the organization
Preferred
Advanced degree
CEBS
Experience with M&A and integration preferred
Benefits
Health insurance
Life and disability
401(k) contributions
Paid time off
Company
Medline
Medline is the largest provider of medical-surgical products and supply chain solutions serving all points of care.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2024 (144)
2023 (142)
2022 (143)
2021 (137)
2020 (113)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$0.5MKey Investors
North Carolina Department of Commerce
2025-12-17IPO
2021-06-05Private Equity
2019-09-12Grant· $0.5M
Leadership Team
Steve Miller
Chief Operating Officer
Amanda Laabs
Chief Product Officer
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