Longou2019s is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where team members have a place to grow and pursue excellence, have the latitude to take ownership of their careers and the support and encouragement necessary to be the best they can throughout their career. We are a Canadian, family operated food retailer which has grown and prospered since 1956. Our team members are dedicated to exceeding customer expectations by offering the best food experience to every customer, every time. It is through such commitment that Longou2019s now operates over 38 stores within the GTA is celebrating 67 years of business and is continuing to grow!u00A0 u00A0u00A0u00A0
Do you have experience as a Total Rewards Specialist?u00A0u00A0u00A0
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Do you have a passion for Total Rewards?u00A0u00A0u00A0
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Why not join us?
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Position:u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Total Rewards Specialist u00A0u00A0u00A0
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Job Overview: u00A0u00A0u00A0
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The Total Rewards Specialist provides operational and analytical support to the Total Rewards team. The Specialist will work with HR Business Partners, Payroll, Third-Party Vendors as subject matter expert on all elements of benefits, compensation, disability & recognition programs and assist the team in other miscellaneous projects as required.u00A0u00A0u00A0
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Benefits Management u00A0 u00A0u00A0
- Program Administration
- Provide day to day guidance, and support to HR partners and key internal stakeholders on Benefits related queries
- Develop and maintain Service Level Agreements/vendor contracts, documentation, relevant policies and guidelines
- Manage benefit data related to Total Rewards
- billing from vendors, invoicing, internal data audits
- Benefits System Support
- Lead testing of HRIS updates/changes for benefits during Annual Open Enrollment
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Absence Management u00A0u00A0u00A0
- Manages leave of absence program, coordinating with Third-Party leave administrators/insurers, Payroll, Team Members, HR partners, and managers/leaders
- SME for Third-Party vendor and HR partners, as required on return-to-work accommodations or restrictions
- Educates HR Partners, managers/leaders & Team Members with respect to the leave of absence program and processes for Medical LOA, STD and LTD
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Reporting/Auditing u00A0u00A0u00A0
- Provide in-depth and timely analysis and reporting on Total Reward Programs as needed. Identify trends, and provide corresponding recommendations
- Reconcile and submit monthly remittances for group benefit providers in accordance with applicable policy provisions; partner with finance to explain any discrepancies and answer questions
- Conduct benefit review and make appropriate changes
- Manage communication for changes to Total Rewards program for all Team Members
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- Responsible for resolving operational queriesu00A0 and escalating to vendor
- Implementation lead for systems
- Day to Day SME on the platform, program, and support, assist in configuration , testing and on-going upgrades
- Manage program budgets and reallocation of budgets to people managers to reflect correct org hierarchy and employee movements
- Monitor program stability (TM data/updates, etc.) interface with Dayforce
- Reporting as required
Compensation Activities u00A0u00A0u00A0
- Prepare and analyze compensation related reports and summaries
- Support with job evaluation
- Support annual merit cycle and bonus payoutu00A0
Knowledge, Skills & Competencies: u00A0u00A0u00A0
- University degree/diploma in Human Resources or Business Administration
- Minimum 3-5 yrs. of HR experience with an emphasis on employee benefits, retirement savings, HRIS i.e. Dayforce Ceridian
- Excellent knowledge of general HR practices including retirement and benefits legislation, principles, and best practices
- Advance proficiency in Microsoft Office programs as well as web-based applications
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Maintain high level of confidentiality
- Excellent follow-up/attention to detail
- Previous experience in a retail environment is an asset
- Self-starter with an enthusiastic, creative and collaborative approach
- CHRP/CEBS Designation preferred
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Working Conditions: u00A0u00A0u00A0
- Work is performed in a standard office environment with participation in meetings
- Ability to manage multiple projects and changing priorities with regular deadlines
- Travel to stores and warehouse locations for education/training purposed is required
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Longou2019s is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicantu2019s accessibility needs due to disability.u00A0u00A0u00A0
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Note: A qualified job applicant with a disability is one who possesses the required skills, education, experience and training and who can, with reasonable accommodation, perform the essential functions of the position applied for.u00A0u00A0u00A0
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If you require accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Coordinator at:u00A0u00A0u00A0
Email: hrdept@longos.comu00A0u00A0u00A0
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