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You will be updated with latest job alerts via email$ 154000 - 212000
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Who We Are
Applied Materials is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design build and service cuttingedge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world like AI and IoT. If you want to work beyond the cuttingedge continuously pushing the boundaries ofscience and engineering to make possiblethe next generations of technology join us to Make Possible a Better Future.
What We Offer
Salary:
$154000.00 $212000.00Location:
Santa ClaraCAAt Applied we prioritize the wellbeing of you and your family and encourage you to bring your best self to work. Your happiness health and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family. Were committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work at home or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits.
Youll also benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn develop and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possiblewhile learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more about careers at Applied.
About the Role
The Sr. Programs Manager of U.S. Benefits is an individual contributor role responsible for the overall U.S. benefit programs administration. The ideal candidate has a broad benefits background in most areas of benefits including but not limited to Health (medical dental vision) Welfare (life & disability) Wellness Retirement 401(k) and Deferred Compensation) Taxsavings (FSA & HSA) Leaves of Absence and Timeoff programs. They will also have demonstrated success in vendor management. Reporting to the Director U.S. Benefits this role will also contribute and provide support to the strategy development of and effective of the overall benefits programs. This is a lead role and is a resource and a thought partner with the overall team and shares subject matter expertise with Benefits HR and Global Rewards professionals.
Key Responsibilities
Responsible for managing and administering benefit plans and programs in accordance with policies and procedures as well as compliance activities (NDT audits 5500 filings etc.
Plan develop implement and monitor wellnessrelated activities
Reviews analytics and makes recommendations that create a strategic advantage and support Applieds business and talent strategies
Review monitor and track vendor contracts to
Project planning and management of RFPs as necessary
Strategize on creation and maintenance of benefits data dashboards
Recognizes and addresses companywide implications; Ability to be a thought partner to the Benefits Leadership team and articulate a point of view with supporting information; Ability to see broad strategic HR issues and apply rewards programming/recommend alternative solutions
Ensures ongoing compliance appropriately partnering with inhouse and ERISA counsel
Develops strong working relationships with key business partners in Payroll Legal and HR
Ensures benefits offerings are costeffective competitive and aligned with business and talent strategies working with internal and external partners/consultants
Mentors and acts as resource for other team members; first level of escalation
Supports/integrates acquired company plans as appropriate
Support Open Enrollment and new hire benefits orientation/materials
Collaborate with U.S. Benefits Director and communications consultants to produce benefits communications. Manage the U.S. Benefits Website ensuring all information is complete and accurate
Knowledge
Thorough and detailed knowledge of U.S. benefits policies practices procedures laws & regulations (ERISA HIPAA ACA DOL & IRS) and system tools
Experience with ERISA selfinsured health and welfare plans and vendor management are also highly desired
Qualifications
B.S. level degree in related field or equivalent experience
10 years of experience in Benefits
CEBS desired but not required
Strong communication organizational collaboration documentation and presentation skills
Business acumen and financial analysis skills
Innovation analytical and creative problemsolving skills
Capacity to deal with ambiguity
Continuous improvement mindset applying best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products or services
Ability to work independently and autonomously
Strong project management skills
Strong vendor management and budget management experience
Teamoriented mentality; demonstrated multicultural skills
Position requires an understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards at all times. This includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials core values.
Preferred Qualifications
High technology industry experience
Experience with global/multinational and matrixed organizations
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Assignee / RegularTravel:
Yes 10 of the TimeRelocation Eligible:
NoThe salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location hire grade jobrelated knowledge skills experience and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program as applicable.
For all sales roles the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100 goal achievement.
Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin citizenship ancestry religion creed sex sexual orientation gender identity age disability veteran or military status or any other basis prohibited by law.
Required Experience:
Manager
Full-Time