Senior Benefits Analyst

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure with local service, nationwide. As a specialty distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection products and related services, Core & Main provides solutions to municipalities, private water companies and professional contractors across municipal, non-residential and residential end markets, nationwide. With over 370 locations across the U.S., the company provides its customers local expertise backed by a national supply chain. Core & Main's 5,700 associates are committed to helping their communities thrive with safe and reliable infrastructure. Visit coreandmain.com to learn more.

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Job Summary

The Senior Benefits Analyst plays a critical role in the design, evaluation, and administration of employee benefits programs. This position ensures that benefit offerings are competitive, cost-effective, compliant with regulations, and aligned with employee needs. A key focus of the role is leveraging data analytics to assess program effectiveness, identify trends, and support strategic decision-making. The analyst also manages vendor relationships, supports compliance efforts, and contributes to the continuous improvement of benefits systems and processes.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

Conduct and participate in benefits surveys; monitors industry trends and legal changes to recommend program enhancements.

Utilizes data analytics tools to track benefit utilization, cost trends, and employee engagement; prepares dashboards and reports for leadership.

Assists in developing and refining policies and procedures using data-driven evaluations of plan performance.

Ensures audit readiness and regulatory compliance through meticulous data tracking and documentation.

Supports and develops HR and benefits systems, particularly Workday and Empyrean, with a focus on data extraction and reporting.

Collaborate with external vendors to manage systems for benefit program administration and ensure accurate data integration.

Maintains compliance with ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, ACA, and other applicable laws; supports audits and prepares required filings.

Performs research, prepares documentation, and supports the administration and delivery of benefit programs.

Resolves benefit issues; documents escalations and recommends process improvements.

Implements and manages benefit programs; maintains open communication with management on program status.

Supports department and company-wide initiatives and assists with other benefit-related projects.

Preferred Experience

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required

5+ years of experience in employee benefits, with at least 2 years in an analyst capacity

Strong knowledge of employee benefits laws and regulations (e.g., ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA)

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills

Proficiency in Excel and benefits systems (e.g., Workday, Empyrean, or similar platforms)

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage relationships with vendors, stakeholders, and employees

Experience in benefits administration and financial analysis / reporting across multiple plan types

Core & Main is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment at Core & Main is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Core & Main does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship, or any other basis protected by law.

None of the questions in this application are intended to elicit information regarding any protected characteristics, nor imply any limitation, illegal preferences or discrimination based upon non-job-related information or protected characteristics.

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