Manager, Benefits

Please click on the following hyperlinks to review details.This will be considered together with our .Manager, Benefits page is loaded## Manager, Benefitslocations: CA - Oakville 3 - Office: US - Pineville - Corporate Officetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-53364IPEX is one of North America’s leading providers of advanced plastic piping systems. Our mission is to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy.We currently have an exciting opportunity as a **Manager, Benefits**. This role can be based in Oakville, Ontario; Edmonton, Alberta; Langley, BC; Montreal, Quebec; Denver, Oregon; or Pineville, North Carolina, and reports to the Director, Total Rewards and HR Operations.Do not miss the opportunity to join a diverse group of people-centric professionals, thought leaders and rapid thinkers, entrepreneurs in spirit and status quo-fighters# # **Job Summary****US** & **Canada**), you’ll be at the heart of shaping programs that support health, wellness, retirement, and leaves for our diverse workforce. You’ll lead a small but mighty team, collaborate across departments, and bring fresh ideas to modernize our systems and processes.This is your chance to champion change, simplify complexity, and build benefits that truly benefit people. If you love solving puzzles, streamlining workflows, and making things better for everyone—you’ll thrive here. At IPEX, we believe in autonomy, collaboration, and continuous improvement. You’ll have the freedom to lead, the support to grow, and the tools to make a difference.## # **Principal Responsibilities****Benefits Strategy & Administration*** Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing administration of health, wellness, retirement, and paid time off programs.* Oversee annual open enrollment and drive plan design enhancements.## **Leave & Disability Management*** Oversee the legislative leaves and disability programs across both countries, ensuring compliance and providing expert guidance to HR and employees.## **Vendor & Compliance Oversight*** Oversee vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and service delivery.* Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations (e.g., ACA, ERISA, provincial/territorial legislation) and support audits and filings.## **Team Leadership*** Lead and develop a high-performing benefits team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.## **Analytics & Benchmarking*** Analyze benefit utilization and cost trends.* Conduct market benchmarking and present strategic recommendations to senior leadership.## **Employee Communication & Support*** Develop clear and engaging communication materials.* Provide direct support to employees and HR partners to resolve benefit-related inquiries.## **Pension & Retirement Savings Oversight*** Support administration of pension and retirement savings plans (DC, RRSP, 401K).* Partner with internal teams and vendors to maintain plan integrity and promote employee engagement.# **Qualifications*** Minimum of 7 years of experience managing employee benefits programs, with a focus on both salaried and hourly employees in the **U.S**. and Canada.* 3 years of experience leading a team of professionals.* Proven experience in benefits administration, including health and wellness benefits, retirement plans, and paid time off.* In-depth knowledge of benefits regulations in the U.S. and Canada, including compliance with federal, provincial, and local laws.* Experience managing benefits vendors and developing cost-effective benefits programs.* Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.## IPEX is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation, please contact HR at #LI-MD3#IPEXCA#LI-HybridAt IPEX, our vision is to be the leading supplier of thermoplastic piping systems in North America. As a customer-focused organization, we believe in honesty, fairness, and integrity—the Golden Rule. As one of the world’s largest advanced plastic piping manufacturers, we combine the strength of a global group with the diversity and passion of our local teams. We bring together engaged people with the right experience, expertise and entrepreneurial spirit to develop effective, innovative and sustainable solutions that make life flow. A trusted name in building and infrastructure for more than 50 years. IPEX is dedicated to collaborating with leaders to maximize the potential of our greatest asset – our employees. Come join our team today#J-18808-Ljbffr