Oversee the Compensation and Benefits Department. Direct the Compensation function which includes the development and maintenance of job descriptions, performance of job evaluations, Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) compliance, recommendations for and support of compensation programs, and completion of compensation surveys and analysis. Direct the Benefits function which includes the development, maintenance, and administration of all health and welfare plans, retirement programs, leave pay, and other benefits. Ensure compliance with laws and regulations such as Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Non Qualified Medical Child Support (NQMCS) Orders, Affordable Care Act (ACA), etc. Evaluate compensation and benefits programs on a periodic basis to ensure they meet Company and associate needs and develop and implement new programs as required. Serve as a Committee Member and in the role of Secretary for the Administrative Steering Committee (ASC). Oversee certain portions of the Company’s Human Capital Management System, including the benefits, compensation, and leave modules. Guide the selection process for consultants, insurance carriers, and other benefits and compensation program vendors. Responsible for providing data and guidance to Finance on the overall corporate benefits budget, as well as preparing the budget for the Compensation and Benefits Department. The position approves invoices for payment in area of responsibility. Interact with all levels of associates as internal customers. Frequently interact with department directors and officers of the Company, including senior leadership. Manage and develop the key vendor relationships in area of responsibility.
Candidates must possess at least ten years of management experience in employee benefits and compensation, including prior service as a plan fiduciary for retirement plans as well as health and welfare plans. They should have managed teams comprised of both professional and clerical staff and have prior experience with Human Capital Management Systems, preferably Workday, especially with benefits, leave, and compensation administration modules and systems.
A Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is required, and a Master's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field is preferred.
Preferred qualifications include at least five years of benefits and compensation management experience within a large organization, with additional preference given to candidates from the transportation or trucking industry. Broad human resources experience as a generalist or specialist, such as employee relations, recruiting, benefits, compensation, or organizational development, is highly valued. Prior experience in benefits and compensation roles across multiple industries is also desirable.
Candidates are required to hold one of the following certifications: Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS), Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), or Certified Benefits Professional (CBP).
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Skills Required
- At least ten years of management experience in employee benefits and compensation
- Prior service as a plan fiduciary for retirement and health and welfare plans
- Experience managing teams of professional and clerical staff
- Experience with Human Capital Management systems (benefits, leave, compensation modules)
- Prior experience with Workday (benefits, leave, compensation modules)
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- Master's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field
- Hold one of: SPHR, SHRM-SCP, CEBS, CCP, or CBP certification
- Financial acumen with ability to analyze data and make sound recommendations
- Experience preparing and managing budgets and approving vendor invoices
- At least five years of benefits and compensation management experience in a large organization
- Experience in transportation or trucking industry
- Broad HR experience (generalist or specialist roles such as employee relations, recruiting, OD)
Southeastern Freight Lines Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Southeastern Freight Lines and has not been reviewed or approved by Southeastern Freight Lines.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive within the LTL market, with many roles characterized as very good or top tier. Earnings are widely viewed as a core strength, especially in driving and operations roles.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical coverage is consistently portrayed as strong, with comprehensive plan options and supportive health programs for full-time associates. Health benefits are seen as a valuable pillar of total compensation.
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Retirement Support — The retirement program stands out for a notable company match alongside auto-enrollment and annual escalation features. Retirement offerings are frequently highlighted as enhancing long-term financial security.
Southeastern Freight Lines Insights
What We Do
A privately-owned regional less-than-truckload transportation services provider specializing in next-day service in the Southeast and Southwest. We serve customers through 89 service centers across 13 states and Puerto Rico. Southeastern has a network of service partners to ensure transportation services in the remaining 37 states, Canada, the U.S. Virgin Islands and Mexico. Southeastern Freight Lines provides more than 99.35% on-time service in next-day lanes. Founded in 1950, we provide quality transportation services of outstanding value in order to perpetuate our company and provide long-term security for our people. A dedication to service quality and a continuous quality improvement process that began in 1985 has been recognized by more than 500 quality awards received from customers and associations.
