Benefits Operations Manager

If you are currently an employee of Herc Rentals, please apply using this link: Herc Employee Career Portal Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with 2025 total revenues reaching approximately $4.4 billion. Herc Rentals’ parent company, known as Herc Holdings Inc., listed on the New York Stock Exchange on July 1, 2016, under the symbol “HRI.” Herc Rentals serves customers through approximately 609 locations and has about 9,700 employees in North America as of March 31, 2026. Job Purpose Reporting to the Senior Benefits Manager, the Benefits Operations Manager will use knowledge of health, welfare and retirement plans to manage effective benefits administration, employee communications, SOX, Local, State and Federal compliance. What you will do... Helps with planning, design and implementation of benefit programs Oversees the annual benefits open enrollment process, including implementation of new benefits or plan changes, system user acceptance testing and oversight of enrollment activities Manages the preparation and distribution of communication materials, including use of various media platforms, to engage employees and effectively communicate benefits value proposition Assists in management of vendor relationships to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant delivery of programs/services. Handles complex/escalated employee concerns, eligibility and transaction issues Responsible for maintaining flex benefit budget reports and works closely with accounting and finance to analyze and track program expenses Responsible for reconciliation of stop loss claims and insurer reimbursements Manages the SOX/SSAE process ensuring compliance Recommends and assists in implementation of process improvements within benefits department Manages and ensures compliance calendar with local, state and federal legislation related to benefits, including but not limited to ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA and PPACA Working with HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems) and benefits administration software Requirements Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree preferably in Human Resources, Benefits Administration or related field. Professional Experience Must have 3 – 5 years of experience in company sponsored benefit plans Extensive knowledge of benefit program design and implementation methods Extensive Knowledge of federal, state and local laws relating to benefits Skills Demonstrates resourcefulness and good analytical skills Good interpersonal, communication and networking skills Strong time management and organizational skills Ability to work independently and prioritize workload Computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint) The ability to read, write and speak fluently in Spanish is preferred Req #: 68049 Pay Range: $90,000 - $95,000 Please be advised that the actual salary offered for any position is subject to the company's sole discretion and may be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, location, and overall fit for the role. Herc Rentals values its employees and provides excellent compensation and benefits packages which are not limited to the following. Keeping you healthy Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Life and disability insurance Flex spending and health savings accounts Virtual Health Visits 24 Hour Nurse Line Healthy Pregnancy Program Tobacco Cessation Program Weight Loss Program Building Your Financial Future 401(k) plan with company match Employee Stock Purchase Program Life & Work Harmony Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacations, Sick Days) Paid parental leave. Military leave & support for those in the National Guard and Reserves Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Auto & Home Insurance Discounts Protecting You & Your Family Company Paid Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Company Paid Disability Insurance Supplemental Disability Insurance Group Legal Plan Critical Illness Insurance Accident Insurance Herc does not discriminate in employment based on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, political affiliation, parental status, military service, or