Sr. Benefits Consultant

Senior Benefits Consultant

Human Resources designs, implements and delivers human resource programs and policies, including recruitment, talent management, diversity and inclusion, compensation and benefits, among others. This function anticipates and plans for long-term human resource needs in alignment with business strategies. Benefits designs, implements and administers benefits plans, ensuring that the total benefits package is competitive with the market, meets company objectives, and is compliant. This job family manages relationships and coordinates with third party vendors for benefits plan development and administration, and collaborates with the Internal Communications family to educate employees and promote enrollment.

Job Summary

As a Senior Benefits Consultant on the U.S. Benefits team, you'll lead the administration and continuous improvement of Cardinal Health's leave and disability programs while supporting benefits projects for our expanding Navista / MSO (Management Services Organization) population.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations for Cardinal Health's leave programs, including FMLA, short term and long-term disability, parental, and personal leaves.
• Serve as the primary contact for the external leave vendor (e.g., MetLife), ensuring high quality service delivery and timely resolution of escalations.
• Partner with HR Operations, Payroll, Legal, and Employee Relations to ensure compliant, consistent leave administration and accurate pay continuation.
• Lead MSO-specific leave management effortsconfiguring entity-specific processes, onboarding new practices, and aligning policies across multiple EINs.
• Support reporting and project management for MSO benefits initiatives, including annual enrollment, plan onboarding, and vendor transitions.
• Track milestones and deliverables to ensure timely execution of benefits projects and accurate communication to stakeholders.
• Collaborate across HR, Finance, Legal, and Procurement to drive operational alignment and compliance.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and the employee experience.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related field (Human Resources, Business, etc.) or equivalent work experience, preferred. 5+ years of experience in employee benefits, leave management, or HR operations within a complex or multi-entity organization preferred. Strong understanding of FMLA, ADA, and state leave regulations. Proven experience managing third-party vendors and monitoring service-level performance. Advanced Excel and data-management skills; Power BI or Tableau experience a plus. Finance background or experience with financial reconciliation or cost tracking a plus. Strong project-management, communication, and relationship-building skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities, deliver results in a matrixed environment, and operate with discretion and professionalism.

What is expected of you and others at this level

Applies advanced knowledge and understanding of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to manage a wide variety of projects. Participates in the development of policies and procedures to achieve specific goals. Recommends new practices, processes, metrics, or models. Works on or may lead complex projects of large scope. Projects may have significant and long-term impact. Provides solutions which may set precedent. Independently determines method for completion of new projects. Receives guidance on overall project objectives. Acts as a mentor to less experienced colleagues.

Anticipated Salary Range

$105,100-150,100 Bonus eligible : Yes

Benefits

Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being. Medical, dental and vision coverage. Paid time off plan. Health savings account (HSA). 401k savings plan. Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay. Flexible spending accounts (FSAs). Short- and long-term disability coverage. Work-Life resources. Paid parental leave. Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close : 11 / 30 / 2025 If interested in the opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible. The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity. Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.