Director, Benefits

About Us Company Overview Foundation Building Materials (FBM) is a leading construction materials distribution company serving the commercial and residential construction markets across United States and Canada.  In 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 UDHG’s 8,000+ 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 Lowe’s, we are investing in strong, forward-thinking talent to support our long-term success. Overview 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 FBM’s 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. Responsibilities and Qualifications Key Responsibilities Benefits Strategy & Leadership Lead the strategic direction, design, implementation, and administration of enterprise-wide benefits programs for a workforce of 8,000+ 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 Health & Welfare Plan Administration 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 Benefits Financial Management & Analytics 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 Vendor & Broker Management 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 Compliance & Risk Management 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 Leave of Absence (LOA) & Disability Administration 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 Employee Communication & Experience Develop and execute comprehensive benefits communication and education strategies for a diverse workforce E