Buckeye Partners hiring Benefits Specialist in Houston, TX | LinkedIn (2024)

Buckeye is the premier infrastructure and logistics provider for the world’s energy needs, both today and tomorrow. Since 1886, we have successfully navigated transitions in the way energy has been distributed to continually meet the needs of an evolving market and industry environment. Our people are a critical element to the success and longevity of our operational history and our future as we seek to thrive through the energy transition.

We own and operate a diversified global network of integrated assets providing midstream logistic solutions, primarily consisting of the transportation, storage, processing, and marketing of liquid petroleum products. We are committed to safely and responsibly providing world-class service to meet the continually evolving energy needs of our customers and the communities we serve. As part of this commitment to our customers, we are continually diversifying our platform and service offerings to enable less carbon intensive energy solutions and undertaking decarbonization efforts on our operations.

Buckeye Partners is currently seeking a Benefits Specialist to join our growing team.

Role SummaryThe role reports to the Compensation and Benefits Manager and will primarily support the HR department by administering the various health and welfare and retirement benefit plans for the organization.

Responsibilities & Essential Functions Include

• Responsible for the day-to-day administration of the organization’s employee benefits programs, such as medical, dental and vision plans, life insurance and disability plans, 401(k), non-qualified, pension plans and retiree benefit plans.
• Responsible for the management of the 401(k) plan with third party recordkeepers including weekly payroll funding and reconciliation.
• Ensures benefit plans are in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Lead the annual retirement plan non-discrimination testing, match true-up and audit processes.
• Works with outside auditors in preparation of the retirement plan financials and associated Forms 5500.
• Primary contact for the Benefits Call Center and handles escalated matters in an efficient manner that ensures timely resolution.
• Responsible for the annual open enrollment process including implementing changes with benefit plan vendors and drafting communications to employees.
• Responsible for development of wellness initiatives including targeted communications.
• Collaborate with HRIS for new interface files and modifications of current files. Identifies benefits data integrity issues and coordinates the resolution of data integrity issues with necessary parties.
• And other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business or other related discipline OR equivalent combination of experience and education required
• 5+ years of benefits experience required
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word/Excel/Access/PowerPoint
• Knowledge and experience with UltiPro or other HR/Payroll software required
• Up to 10% travel

Certificates & Licenses

• PHR or SPHR a plus

Other Skills, Attributes And Abilities

• To be successful in this position, incumbent must possess excellent program management skills, strong communicator, as well as excellent organizational skills
• Incumbent must exercise tact, discretion, and professionalism when dealing with internal and external customers and in handling sensitive and confidential information
• Anticipates the environment, is forward thinking, sees the ‘big picture’ then uses critical thinking ability to help identify and deliver targeted solutions to support the function and the business overall
• Able to handle both routine tasks and be an agile contributor and learner, taking on new responsibilities

Essential Functions

• This position requires the ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and or/quantitative productivity standards
• This role requires the ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• This position requires compliance with all personnel policies

About YouTo be successful in the Buckeye culture, our employees must possess a demonstrated commitment to environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance. Excellent communication, both written and verbal, as well as strong organizational skills are paramount. You must work independently and be able to exercise tact, discretion, and professionalism when dealing with internal and external customers, and when handling sensitive and confidential information. Buckeye wants to create and reward an organizational focus that stimulates the creative and entrepreneurial actions of its employees that result in innovative ways of reducing costs, generating revenues, improving productivity, or improving processes.

Our People First CultureFrom managing over 5,000 miles of pipeline to commercializing clean energy projects, our people collaborate to provide world-class service and meet the changing energy needs of our customers. Our employee-first culture means that we invest in our employees and equip them to be fully contributing members of high performing teams. We are focused on collaboration, inclusion, empowerment, accountability, and professional development. We want the best in you to bring out the best in us. Join us as we work together to build a business that is responsive to the needs of the future while continuing to serve the energy needs of communities today.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. We are also an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP on the following website: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htmApplicants who are extended an employment offer will be required to complete a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check. All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of these pre-employment processes.