Total Rewards Analyst

At Blain’s Farm & Fleet we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to have a job they love, work in a great environment, grow their career & enjoy a positive balance.

As a family-owned retailer we take pride in offering a competitive benefit package designed to support you & your life. It is one of the reasons we have been named a Forbes Best Employer for seven consecutive years!

• Associates hired into a full-time role will become eligible for the following benefits effective their 91st day of full-time employment: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Short & Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Ancillary Benefits, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Etc.
• All major Holidays & Birthday off
• Advanced Leadership Training Programs: build the skills to grow your career
• Associate discount on name brands like Carhartt, Under Armour, STIHL, Milwaukee Tool, DeWalt & much more!
• Internal recognition programs that support an engaged workplace
• Profit Sharing
• 401(K) with company match

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  Benefits & Wellbeing Programs Data Analysis & Reporting
  • Develop regular and on-demand reports that analyze benefits usage and cost trends, conduct market research to benchmark our offerings, identify workforce trends, and translate findings into actionable insights that enhance program competitiveness and effectiveness
  • Collaborates and advises in the development of benefits offerings to meet identified organization objectives and evolving needs of our Associates
  • Analyze usage patterns and recommend ways to improve cost efficiency and Associate Total Rewards satisfaction
• Total Rewards Process Optimization & Project Management
  • Reviews current processes and SOPs to identify opportunities for simplification and efficiency gains while ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal standards.
  • Lead project management for benefits system enhancements, including vendor transition, testing, and new program implementation
  • Provide support for annual open enrollment, health plan premium cost allocations, wellness rates and other support as needed
  • Leverage AI tools to analyze benefits utilization data, identify trends, and generate predictive insights that inform plan design and enhance associate experience.
  • Implement AI-driven solutions such as chatbots and automated reporting to streamline benefits communication, improve associate support, and optimize administrative efficiency.
• Associate Total Rewards Communication
  • Craft clear, engaging materials that help associates understand and connect with their Total Rewards, while reinforcing the company’s Associate Value Proposition (AVP).
  • Partner with Talent Acquisition and HR Business Partners to promote awareness, understanding, and utilization of Total Rewards programs through consistent, AVP-aligned messaging.
  • Leverage AI-powered tools—such as chatbots and automated knowledge bases—to provide timely, accurate responses to associate questions and improve access to benefits information.
  • Respond to associate questions with empathy, accuracy, and a focus on delivering a positive experience.
  • Associated Functions:
• Compliance & Governance
  • Stay current on legislative changes and assess their impact on benefit programs.
  • Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (FLSA, HIPAA, ACA, ERISA, ADA-AA, COBRA, etc.).
  • Administers ACA benefit offering compliance
  • Supports HR in responding to compliance reviews or audits.

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Finance, Business, or related field.
• 2–4 years of employee benefits experience with self-funded health plan knowledge
• Experience managing benefits related projects
• Strong proficiency in Excel, HRIS systems, and data visualization/reporting tools. UKG and/or Benefit Focus knowledge a plus.
• Certifications: CEBS (Certified Employee Benefit Specialist) or CBP (Certified Benefits Professional) preferred
• Knowledge of health care terminology and medical Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes
• Analytical Proficiency and Thinking: Strong Excel and data analysis skills to identifying patterns, interpret benefits data and trends, and making recommendations