LOGISTICS/SUPPLY CHAIN LEAVE OF ABSENCE SPECIALIST

JOB DESCRIPTION

Provide day-to-day expertise, education, and administration on all leaves of absence benefits and policies. Liaison between Total Rewards team and internal stakeholders specific to leaves of absence benefits and policies in assigned line of business. Serve as the day-to-day administrator, ensuring timely execution of all programs in compliance with company policies and local, state and federal regulations in assigned line of business. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Oversee daily administration and decision making of leave programs/policies for assigned lines of business in accordance with federal, state laws and provisions of collective bargaining agreements
- Own administration and decision making for the company's Unemployment Claim and return to work interactive processes
- Serve as the subject matter expert for leave programs under the general direction and guidance of Total Rewards leadership and legal consultation
- Work closely with managers, internal investigators, employee relations and labor relations to identify, research and resolve matters of alleged leave claim fraud activity
- Educate associates and leaders and help them navigate the various leave options and impact to pay
- Serve as the primary point of contact for verbal, written and electronic communications with associates and managers regarding all leaves of absence and related processes
- Partner with leave administration vendor partners in leave claims processes
- Maintain and update systems, ensuring accurate tracking and supporting documentation related to leaves of absences
- Identify policies and procedures that are inconsistent or that interfere with timely claims processing and provide input to COE
- Maintain current knowledge of Family Medical Leave Act, military leaves, Americans with Disability Act, and other applicable federal and state leave laws and company leave policies
- Influence process improvements to leave administration
- Travel up to 20% to divisions, assigned lines of business, and General Office
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum
- 2+ years of experience in in leave of absence administration
- Excellent written/oral communication and interpersonal skills
- Basic knowledge of Family Medical Leave Act, military leaves, and other applicable federal and state leave laws
- Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
- Self-starter requiring minimal supervision with the ability to support requests from multiple directions
- Ability to collaborate within and across different lines of business
- Strong business acumen, including strong problem-solving skills, critical thinking and self-initiative
- Ability to influence and partner with different levels of the organization to achieve results

Desired
- Bachelor's Degree human resources or related field
- Certified Benefits Professional (CBP)
- PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification

ABOUT US

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we've grown into what today is the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

• Health care benefits
• Paid time off such as vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
• Mental and emotional support resources through our Employee Assistance Program

• Participation in a 401(k) plan, subject to certain eligibility requirements
• Group term life insurance eligible
• Eligible for an annual bonus based upon company performance
• Associate discounts

• Tuition assistance, college scholarships and educational leave of absence, depending on varying criteria by location and subject to certain eligibility requirements
• Robust internal training and development resources to grow your career