Senior Benefits Manager

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Interview prep

• Walk through ERISA reporting and a benefits redesign you led
• Explain how you balance cost, competitiveness, and compliance in manufacturing/food settings
• Describe broker partnerships and tools that improve employee understanding of options

Fit summary

Strong match if you have senior benefits leadership experience, ERISA fluency, and comfort supporting a broad employee base in a regulated consumer-goods environment like dairy manufacturing in Milwaukee.

Day in the role

As Senior Benefits Manager at Saputo, you would steward employee benefits for a large dairy manufacturer—keeping plans competitive and compliant while supporting plant and office staff.

• Direct clear written and verbal benefits and policy communications
• Design, evaluate, and update benefits for competitiveness and legal fit (including ERISA reporting)
• Work with brokers, research options, and tools that help employees choose coverage and managers handle related decisions

Skills to emphasize

• Saylor Academy — Business & Management courses (free)
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FAQ from this listing

Is this role remote?

No. The listing marks remote as off; the location is Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

What does Saputo do?

Saputo is a major Canadian dairy company producing cheese, milk, cream, cultured products, and dairy ingredients worldwide.

What does a Senior Benefits Manager focus on day to day?

Benefits design and compliance, employee communications, reporting (including ERISA), and working with brokers to keep programs current and usable.

Occupation tasks (O*NET)

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• Direct preparation and distribution of written and verbal information to inform employees of benefits, compensation, and personnel policies.
• Design, evaluate, and modify benefits policies to ensure that programs are current, competitive, and in compliance with legal requirements.
• Fulfill all reporting requirements of all relevant government rules and regulations, including the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA).
• Analyze compensation policies, government regulations, and prevailing wage rates to develop competitive compensation plan.
• Identify and implement benefits to increase the quality of life for employees by working with brokers and researching benefits issues.
• Manage the design and development of tools to assist employees in benefits selection, and to guide managers through compensation decisions.
• Administer, direct, and review employee benefit programs, including the integration of benefit programs following mergers and acquisitions.
• Mediate between benefits providers and employees, such as by assisting in handling employees' benefits-related questions or taking suggestions.

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Company facts (cached)

Website: saputo.com

Saputo Inc. is a Canadian dairy company based in Montreal, Quebec, founded in 1954 by the Saputo family. It produces, markets, and distributes a wide array of dairy products, including cheese, fluid milk, extended shelf-life milk and cream products, cultured products and dairy ingredients and is one of the top ten dairy processors in the world.

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Role overview (listing rewrite)

Senior Benefits Manager at Saputo in Milwaukee, Milwaukee County About This Position Saputo is seeking a Senior Benefits Manager to join our team. As a top 10 global dairy processor, we are dedicated to making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities worldwide. The ideal candidate will oversee the workers’ compensation program, ensuring compliance and effectiveness. Your Responsibilities Oversee the workers’ compensation program, including claims management and policy administration. Develop and implement benefit programs that align with company goals and employee needs. Ensure regulatory compliance for all benefits offerings. Analyze data to drive decision-making on benefit strategies. Collaborate with HR, legal, and finance teams to optimize the benefits package. Qualifications Minimum of 7 years of experience in benefits management. Proven track record in overseeing workers’ compensation programs. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and negotiation abilities. Certified Benefits Professional (CBP) or similar certification preferred. Why Join Saputo At Saputo, we value contributions that matter. Our inclusive, growth-driven work environment offers opportunities for professional development and personal fulfillment. As part of our team, you will be part of a global leader in the dairy industry, contributing to our mission of bringing good to the table. Apply Today To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Questions to ask them

• What does success look like in the first 90 days for this role?
• How is the team structured, and who would I work with most?
• What tools and systems does this role use daily?
• Is the work primarily based in Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, hybrid, or fully remote?