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When it began in 1924, Saia (NASDAQ: SAIA) covered a two-state area: Louisiana and Texas. Today, Saia is one of the most successful carriers in the United States, providing regional and interregional LTL, non-asset truckload service, and third-party logistics. Headquartered in Johns Creek, GA, Saia is a growing corporation offering the best-in-class benefits and opportunities to inspire every member of our team. With over 14,000 employees dedicated to their jobs and our customers, you may discover your own career path at Saia.
Position Summary: Senior Benefits Analyst - Absence Management
The Senior Benefits Analyst-Absence Management is responsible for researching, analyzing, evaluating, and administering corporate benefit plans and programs to meet organizational objectives. Oversees and supports assigned programs, including leave of absence programs, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, and salary continuation.
Major Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Manages policy oversight and vendor management of leave programs supporting absences, associated payments, and other programs as assigned.
- Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of all government regulations and ensures compliance with all state and federal laws related to assigned benefits programs.
- Advises employees on internal benefits policies, guidelines, and documentation requirements.
- Provides guidance, training, and support to team members.
- Partners with cross-functional teams and external vendors to ensure benefits information is accurate and up to date in all applicable systems.
- Produces and manages reporting metrics and analytics for benefits programs.
- Conducts audits of benefits packages and policies to ensure compliance with government regulations and plan guidelines.
- Responds to escalated employee inquiries related to benefits and leave information.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in human resources or a related area.
- 5+years of benefits and leave administration experience.
- Vendor management experience.
Today, Saia's network of terminals covers 45 states in the U.S. as well as Canada. Through our network of partners, we serve the balance of the U.S. including Alaska and Hawaii, plus Puerto Rico and Mexico. Through our three operating service groups - Saia LTL, LinkEx, and Saia Logistics Services - we provide complete transportation and logistics solutions.