Director, Benefits

Company Overview

Foundation Building Materials (FBM) is a leading construction materials distribution company serving the commercial and residential construction markets across United States and conjunction with Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG) a premier provider of commercial door frame and hardware solutions FBM supports a broad range of construction and architectural projects nationwide.

Together FBM and UDHGs 8000 Team Members are committed to operational excellence innovation and employee development. By combining scale specialty expertise and a customer-first mindset we deliver high-quality products and services to contractors builders and project teams across diverse markets. As the organization continues to grow and evolve following the recent acquisition by Lowes we are investing in strong forward-thinking talent to support our long-term success.

Position Overview

At Foundation Building Materials (FBM) The Director of Benefits will lead the enterprise-wide benefits strategy and daily operations across the United States and Canada. As a senior Human Resources leader this role will be responsible for the strategic design governance administration compliance financial management leave administration wellness initiatives and continuous improvement of FBMs comprehensive employee benefits program.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise managing complex benefits programs for large multi-state employers strong financial and analytical capabilities exceptional vendor management experience and the ability to influence executive leadership while delivering a best-in-class employee experience.

• Lead the strategic direction design implementation and administration of enterprise-wide benefits programs for a workforce of 8000 employees
• Partner closely with Executive Leadership Human Resources leadership Finance Payroll Legal Marketing and Operations leaders to ensure benefits programs support business objectives and employee engagement
• Evaluate market trends benchmarking data utilization metrics and emerging practices to ensure competitive and sustainable benefits offerings
• Provide strategic recommendations regarding plan design cost containment employee experience improvements and risk mitigation
• Build and lead a high-performing benefits function focused on operational excellence service delivery and continuous improvement

• Oversee administration of all health and welfare programs including medical dental vision prescription drug life insurance disability voluntary benefits EAP wellness and related programs
• Ensure accurate and timely administration of enrollments qualifying life events terminations COBRA and eligibility management
• Lead annual open enrollment planning and execution including system configuration communications employee education vendor coordination and post-enrollment reconciliation
• Ensure seamless administration and integration of benefits programs within HRIS/HCM platforms including Dayforce and third-party systems
• Drive process standardization and automation initiatives to improve operational efficiency and employee service levels

• Develop and manage the benefits budget forecasting processes and long-term cost management strategies
• Analyze claims data utilization trends renewal projections and vendor performance to identify opportunities for cost optimization and plan enhancements
• Partner with Human Resources leadership for annual renewal negotiations with insurance carriers consultants and third-party administrators
• Align with Finance and executive leadership to provide data-driven recommendations regarding benefits expenditures and program investments
• Develop executive-level reporting and dashboards that communicate program performance utilization trends employee engagement and financial impact

• Serve as the primary relationship manager for all benefits vendors brokers consultants carriers third-party administrators and wellness providers
• Establish and monitor service-level agreements (SLAs) performance metrics and accountability standards for vendor partners
• Lead RFP processes vendor evaluations implementation projects and contract negotiations
• Ensure vendor services align with organizational objectives compliance standards and employee experience expectations

• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal state provincial and local laws and regulations governing employee benefits and leave programs
• Oversee compliance activities related to ERISA ACA COBRA HIPAA FMLA ADA Section 125 state leave laws and applicable Canadian benefits requirements
• Coordinate preparation and submission of required filings and reporting including Form 5500s nondiscrimination testing SPDs SARs ACA reporting and related documentation
• Partner with Legal external counsel and auditors to address regulatory changes audits and compliance reviews
• Maintain strong internal controls and governance processes to minimize organizational risk

• Provide strategic oversight for enterprise leave of absence and disability programs including FMLA ADA accommodations state-mandated leaves paid family leave programs and company leave policies
• Ensure consistent and compliant administration practices across all jurisdictions
• Partner with internal stakeholders and third-party administrators to improve employee experience case management and return-to-work processes

• Develop and execute comprehensive benefits communication and education strategies for a diverse workforce
• Ensure employees clearly understand available benefits programs enrollment processes and wellness resources
• Lead creation of scalable communication materials including presentations enrollment websites digital resources FAQs and educational campaigns
• Promote employee engagement through wellness initiatives financial wellness programs and targeted communication strategies
• Enhance the overall employee benefits experience through continuous feedback process improvements and service enhancements

• Lead mentor and develop members of the Benefits team while fostering a culture of accountability collaboration and customer service
• Establish performance expectations operational metrics and development plans for team members
• Assess organizational structure and staffing needs to support future growth and operational scalability
• Serve as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert to HR leadership and cross-functional stakeholders

• Perform other duties as assigned to support HR and corporate objectives

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or related field required
• Masters degree or MBA preferred
• CEBS CBP SHRM-SCP SPHR or other advanced benefits or HR certification strongly preferred
• 10 years of progressive experience in benefits administration and total rewards including significant leadership experience supporting large complex organizations
• Experience leading enterprise benefits programs for organizations with 5000 employees
• Demonstrated experience managing multi-state and/or North American benefits programs
• Strong background in benefits strategy plan design compliance vendor management and financial analysis
• Experience leading large-scale open enrollment initiatives and enterprise systems integrations
• Proven success leading and developing high-performing teams
• Deep knowledge of employee benefits regulations and compliance requirements including ERISA ACA COBRA HIPAA FMLA ADA and retirement plan governance
• Strong business acumen with advanced analytical and financial management skills
• Excellent project management and organizational capabilities with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong executive presence and ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership
• Exceptional interpersonal negotiation and vendor management skills
• Strong systems aptitude and experience with HRIS/HCM platforms such as Dayforce

• Base: $150000 - $175000 per year
• Bonus: 30% Target Bonus
• Total Compensation (Base Bonus): The successful candidate could reasonably expect a Total Compensation Package in the range of $172500 - $250000
• Equity: This role is eligible to participate in the Lowes Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program

• Medical Dental and Vision plans with leading national providers
• Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Company Provided Basic Life and Accident Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Critical illness Hospital Indemnity Accident Coverage
• Legal Insurance Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Company Holidays
• 401(k) plan with generous company match

Equal Opportunity Employer

Foundation Building Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We value diversity and inclusion and are dedicated to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected and empowered. All employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion sex pregnancy (including childbirth breastfeeding or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age disability status genetic information veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to help them perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process or while employed please contact Human Resources at .

Posting Period

This job will be posted for at least 5 days starting on the initial post date reflected above.