Analyst, Benefits

Gildan is leading the way in apparel manufacturing, with a strong portfolio of brands, including Gildan®, American Apparel®, Comfort Colors®, GOLDTOE®, and Peds®. We’ve spent the last four decades perfecting the art of respectful apparel making, and the last 20 years implementing sustainable initiatives throughout our business.

Founded in Canada, we now operate out of roughly 30 locations worldwide across 12 countries and sell our products in 60+ markets globally with $3 billion in sales. Together with more than 45,000 employees, we are united in our vision of Making Apparel Better®. Discover the full scale of Gildan and prepare to be surprised at gildancorp.com.

Provides support to Gildan's Retail operations in the area of employee benefits.  Assists in direction of the day-to-day administration of employee benefit programs including, but not limited to: group health plans, FSA/DCR, defined contributions/401(k) plan, employee share purchase plan, COBRA, benefit compliance, new hire orientation and wellness initiatives. 

The role

• Responsible for all benefit enrollments and new hire on-boarding for one or more of our yarn manufacturing locations.
• Reviews proper documentation to determine benefit eligibility status. Works closely with HR team members to ensure clear communication of benefit programs, and assists with any benefit needs related to hiring, terminations, transfers, employees on leave and monthly invoicing.
• Provides consistent benefit communication related to annual open enrollment for all locations.
• Guides HR efforts to communicate and interpret complex employee benefit related concerns and issues. Acts as in-house expert on the Company's welfare and retirement plans.
• Works with vendors to resolve issues related to the administration of benefit invoices, claims or any other related services. 
• Supports the organizations efforts to help employees gain and maintain a healthy lifestyle through various wellness programs and activities. 
• Monitors the day-to-day administration of employee health and welfare programs. Activities include, but are not limited to premium calculations, reconciliations of invoices, conducting plan audits, and processing benefit submissions following payroll processing.
• Reconciles and submits all benefits invoices in coordination with the finance department.  Provides supporting details for all auto-drafts.
• Coordinates the distribution of materials for benefit orientations, open enrollments, and annual compliance mailers.
• Administers employee benefit plans including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, as well as flexible spending, retirement, COBRA, and other plans.
• Handles and resolves employee concerns and questions regarding benefit plans and enrollment.  Obtains and evaluates all relevant data related to complaints and inquiries.
• Identifies and escalates priority issues as necessary. Provides follow-up to employees.
• Evaluates and recommends process improvement opportunities.
• Provides support to Manager, Employee Benefits-US.
• Generates PeopleSoft and ADP reports as necessary to meet requests.
• Provides occasional on-site support to other locations. Overnight travel required.
• Performs other duties as assigned to meet business needs.

The requirements

• Associate degree or equivalent training (apprenticeship program, trades certification) + Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience 
  OR 
  University degree + Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• In-depth knowledge of and experience with the development, implementation and administration of employee welfare plans, including experience with HRIS applications (e.g., ADP and/or PeopleSoft BenAdmin)
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and regulation e.g., ERISA, DOL, IRS, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, Healthcare Reform, Section 125 and Section 401(k) is preferred
• Ability to manage 401(k) plans and audits
• Experience identifying and resolving problems in a timely manner, with integrity and accountability
• Strong analysis and attention to detail skill required
• Ability to manage several complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines
• Working knowledge of PeopleSoft BenAdmin preferred
• Ability to work in a team-based environment
• Vision is required in order to read instructions, interpret data, and formulate metrics
• Hearing is required in order to hear instructions, receive information from various sources, and understand safety warnings

• Join a publicly traded company dual-listed on NYSE and TSX with great potential
• Be part of a workplace where meaningful connections and teamwork are celebrated
• From local to international, be ready to work alongside a diverse group of colleagues
• Benefit from mentorship and continuous development opportunities
• Take advantage of our attractive benefits packages

We want to get to know you better! Please include your transferrable skills and unique experience in your application to help us learn more about you.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

We recognize the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion to create a meaningful, collaborative work environment. As an inclusive employer, we value and embrace all the traits that make you uniquely you and seek to provide everyone with an equal chance to succeed. Because equity and inclusion matter at Gildan.

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