It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business
The Total Rewards Specialist position is a Full time, Regular position.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages benefits enrollments, changes, and terminations of Company health plans (e.g., medical, dental, vision, and EAP), ensuring employees have access to healthcare services, including COBRA management.
Administers retirement plans (401(k)), ensuring accurate contributions and compliance with regulations and plan documents.
Overseesadministration of life and disability insurance policies, including employee enrollments,beneficiary updates, and claims processing.
Leads the Open Enrollment process, including planning, communication, and execution, to ensure employees make informed decisions.
Manages leave of absence (LOA) processes and reasonable accommodation requests, coordinating with employees, managers, vendors, and payroll to support compliant, timely case management and documentation.
Conducts regular audits to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement.
Managesrelationshipswith benefits vendors and brokers, negotiating contracts and ensuring service delivery.
Conducts daily HR operations and administrative tasks to ensure smooth workflow and efficient handling of Total Rewards-related inquiries.
Collaborateswith the payroll team to ensure accurate benefit pay and deductions.
Assists in conducting salary reviews, analyzing market data, and recommending salary adjustments.
Supports the annual compensation cycle, including job evaluations, salary benchmarking, and performance review adjustments.
Participatesin job reviews to ensure roles are accurately graded within the Company’s job structure.
Maintains and updates HR databases, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
Generates detailed reports and dashboards using Excel and other tools to provide insights into HR metrics, trends, and costs.
Creates and facilitates PowerPoint presentations to communicate key information during HR, leadership team meetings, and employee training sessions.
Provides support to employees regarding benefits and compensation inquiries, offering clear and accurate information.
Leads and manages wellness programs to promote health and well-being, organizing activities and tracking program effectiveness.
Ensures compliance with HR policies and labor laws, including ERISA, staying updated on changes in benefits regulations.
Assistsin the evaluation of company benefits, comparing plans with other employers and analyzing survey results to recommend improvements.
Organizesthe Total Rewards Committee meetings, ensuring proper documentation.
Serves as the benefits lead for all Workday or applicable HRIS projects and initiatives.
Reconciles benefits vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies.
Complies fully and consistently with the Company's standards, policies, and procedures and the local andfederal laws applicable to our industry, business, and employment practices.
May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned, in accordance with the education and experience requirements contained in this document.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degreeinHuman Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance required.
3-5 or more years of experience in a related role, preferably with increasing responsibilities and scope over time.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting; experience creating and managing dashboards and reports.
Strong ability to create clear and concise PowerPoint presentations; excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Spanish.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret compensation data; exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in managing data and records.
In-depth understanding of HR operations, benefits administration (retirement plans, life insurance, medical plans), and compliance; familiarity with vendor/broker management.
Experience with the compensation cycle, including salary reviews, job evaluations, and performance management.
Experience managing projects, particularly Open Enrollment; ability to design and manage employee wellness programs.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS software (Workday preferred).
Quick learner with a strong sense of ownership, able to prioritize, coordinate, and manage activities and resources in a fast-paced, high-pressure, and constantly changing environment.
Experience utilizing Microsoft Office products (MS Word, Excel, and Outlook).
Bilingual (writing, conversational and reading comprehension in English and Spanish).
CERTIFICATIONS/ LICENSES/ PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Not applicable to this position.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Will operate a computer, copier, and other modern office equipment. The employee generally works indoors in an office.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with flexible hours, including occasional extended hours during benefits enrollment periods or special projects.
Occasional offsite visits may be required, as requested by the organization.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer and managing employee benefits and compensation processes.
Regular use of hands and fingers for typing, data entry, and handling office equipment.
Occasional lifting and carrying of office supplies or materials, typically up to25 pounds.
Strong visual and auditory skills are essential for reviewing documents, communicating with employees, and participating in meetings.
If you thrive in an environment that fosters growth and collaboration with motivated, enthusiastic high achievers, you'll find a fulfilling career with us!
Grupo Ferré Rangel is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
¡Nada mejor que trabajar en un lugar donde todos realmente CREEN en su propósito!
Nuestra misión es aportar pasión y atención al cliente en cada paso del camino.
La posición Total Rewards Specialist es Full time y Regular.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages benefits enrollments, changes, and terminations of Company health plans (e.g., medical, dental, vision, and EAP), ensuring employees have access to healthcare services, including COBRA management.
Administers retirement plans (401(k)), ensuring accurate contributions and compliance with regulations and plan documents.
Overseesadministration of life and disability insurance policies, including employee enrollments,beneficiary updates, and claims processing.
Leads the Open Enrollment process, including planning, communication, and execution, to ensure employees make informed decisions.
Manages leave of absence (LOA) processes and reasonable accommodation requests, coordinating with employees, managers, vendors, and payroll to support compliant, timely case management and documentation.
Conducts regular audits to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement.
Managesrelationshipswith benefits vendors and brokers, negotiating contracts and ensuring service delivery.
Conducts daily HR operations and administrative tasks to ensure smooth workflow and efficient handling of Total Rewards-related inquiries.
Collaborateswith the payroll team to ensure accurate benefit pay and deductions.
Assists in conducting salary reviews, analyzing market data, and recommending salary adjustments.
Supports the annual compensation cycle, including job evaluations, salary benchmarking, and performance review adjustments.
Participatesin job reviews to ensure roles are accurately graded within the Company’s job structure.
Maintains and updates HR databases, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
Generates detailed reports and dashboards using Excel and other tools to provide insights into HR metrics, trends, and costs.
Creates and facilitates PowerPoint presentations to communicate key information during HR, leadership team meetings, and employee training sessions.
Provides support to employees regarding benefits and compensation inquiries, offering clear and accurate information.
Leads and manages wellness programs to promote health and well-being, organizing activities and tracking program effectiveness.
Ensures compliance with HR policies and labor laws, including ERISA, staying updated on changes in benefits regulations.
Assistsin the evaluation of company benefits, comparing plans with other employers and analyzing survey results to recommend improvements.
Organizesthe Total Rewards Committee meetings, ensuring proper documentation.
Serves as the benefits lead for all Workday or applicable HRIS projects and initiatives.
Reconciles benefits vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies.
Complies fully and consistently with the Company's standards, policies, and procedures and the local andfederal laws applicable to our industry, business, and employment practices.
May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned, in accordance with the education and experience requirements contained in this document.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degreeinHuman Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance required.
3-5 or more years of experience in a related role, preferably with increasing responsibilities and scope over time.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting; experience creating and managing dashboards and reports.
Strong ability to create clear and concise PowerPoint presentations; excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Spanish.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret compensation data; exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in managing data and records.
In-depth understanding of HR operations, benefits administration (retirement plans, life insurance, medical plans), and compliance; familiarity with vendor/broker management.
Experience with the compensation cycle, including salary reviews, job evaluations, and performance management.
Experience managing projects, particularly Open Enrollment; ability to design and manage employee wellness programs.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS software (Workday preferred).
Quick learner with a strong sense of ownership, able to prioritize, coordinate, and manage activities and resources in a fast-paced, high-pressure, and constantly changing environment.
Experience utilizing Microsoft Office products (MS Word, Excel, and Outlook).
Bilingual (writing, conversational and reading comprehension in English and Spanish).
CERTIFICATIONS/ LICENSES/ PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Not applicable to this position.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Will operate a computer, copier, and other modern office equipment. The employee generally works indoors in an office.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with flexible hours, including occasional extended hours during benefits enrollment periods or special projects.
Occasional offsite visits may be required, as requested by the organization.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer and managing employee benefits and compensation processes.
Regular use of hands and fingers for typing, data entry, and handling office equipment.
Occasional lifting and carrying of office supplies or materials, typically up to25 pounds.
Strong visual and auditory skills are essential for reviewing documents, communicating with employees, and participating in meetings.
Si disfrutas de un ambiente que promueve el crecimiento y la colaboración con personas motivadas, entusiastas y comprometidas con el éxito, ¡tenemos la carrera ideal para ti!
Grupo Ferré Rangel de ser un Patrono con Igualdad de Oportunidades de Empleo. No discriminamos por raza, color, religión, sexo, orientación sexual, identidad de género, origen nacional, edad, discapacidad, información genética u otro estado o característica protegida por las leyes federales, estatales o locales. Todos los solicitantes calificados serán considerados para empleo sin importar estas características. Animamos a personas de todos los orígenes y experiencias a postularse. Si necesitas asistencia o acomodos razonables debido a una discapacidad, por favor contáctanos en talento@gfrpr.com.
Grupo Ferré Rangel is a Puerto Rico-based, family-owned, consumer-centric, strategic investment holding company committed to bringing results and producing value where it really matters: our businesses, our families and our communities.
Guided by a commitment to entrepreneurship, Grupo Ferré Rangel pursues investment discipline, sustainable growth, value creation and social empowerment.
This discipline has been a constant throughout our 100 years of entrepreneurship and the Company's relentless transformation has been the result of anticipating change and laying the groundwork for future growth.
The focus of our diversified portfolio of companies responds to business growth-seeking strategies, our creative culture and an engaged and multi-talented leadership. The group selectively owns and invests in a value growth portfolio of leading companies that include Real Estate, Media, Customer Engagement and Social Innovation.
The group’s iconic properties include GFR Media, its media arm and the parent company of many brands, including Puerto Rico's leading newspapers El Nuevo Día and Primera Hora.
Headquartered in San Juan, Puerto Rico with operations on the Island, the United States and Latin America.
