This role leads the administration, governance, and continuous improvement of Nidec's U.S. benefits, leave of absence, retirement, and wellness programs. The Manager, Total Rewards serves as the functional leader for Total Rewards operations, ensuring programs are administered effectively, compliantly, and in a manner that supports a positive employee experience. This position partners closely with Human Resources, Payroll, Finance, Legal, and external vendors to ensure operational excellence and consistent delivery of programs.
Responsibilities
Lead the administration and ongoing management of employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, wellness, life insurance, disability, pension, and 401(k) plans
Establish annual priorities and operational objectives for Total Rewards programs
Evaluate program effectiveness and recommend enhancements that improve employee experience, operational efficiency, and compliance
Ensure programs are administered consistently and aligned with organizational objectives
Oversee administration of employee benefit and leave programs across all U.S. locations
Serve as the escalation point for complex benefits and leave matters
Partner with Nidec's leave administrator to ensure effective administration of FMLA, ADA, state paid family and medical leave programs, paid sick leave, and related requirements
Ensure employees, managers, and HR partners receive accurate guidance regarding program eligibility, processes, and obligations
Oversee administration of retirement programs, including pension and 401(k) plans
Coordinate annual audits, compliance testing, Form 5500 filings, and related activities
Partner with vendors, advisors, and internal stakeholders to maintain program effectiveness and regulatory compliance
Support employee education and communication related to retirement programs
Maintain compliance with ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, Section 125, FMLA, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Oversee required notices, filings, disclosures, and compliance documentation
Develop and maintain policies, procedures, controls, and governance practices supporting Total Rewards programs
Support internal audits, external audits, regulatory reviews, and compliance assessments
Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and assess organizational impacts
Lead relationships with insurance carriers, brokers, consultants, third-party administrators, and external service providers
Establish performance expectations and service standards for vendors
Review vendor performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and drive issue resolution
Oversee vendor invoicing, billing reconciliation, and contract-related activities
Millions of jobs, with real people getting hired every day
200,000+
New jobs added daily
7,000,000+
Verified job listings
1,000,000+
Tailored applications submitted
Partner with vendors to improve service delivery and operational efficiency
Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and technology enhancements across Total Rewards programs
Establish and monitor metrics related to service delivery, compliance, employee experience, and operational performance
Ensure accurate administration of employee data across HR systems, benefit platforms, and related technologies
Improve scalability, consistency, and effectiveness of program administration
Provide day-to-day leadership and direction for Total Rewards operations and supporting resources, including shared-service or outsourced support teams
Establish priorities, allocate work, and monitor performance of assigned activities and projects
Develop processes, documentation, and operating standards that support consistency and service excellence
Foster a culture of accountability, responsiveness, continuous improvement, and customer service
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field
7+ years of progressive experience in Total Rewards, benefits administration, leave administration, HR operations, or related disciplines
Demonstrated experience leading large-scale benefits, leave, and retirement programs
Experience providing leadership to employees, project teams, shared-service resources, vendors, or outsourced support functions
Strong working knowledge of ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, state paid leave programs, and related regulations
Experience supporting retirement programs, including 401(k) administration, Form 5500 filings, audits, and compliance testing
Experience managing brokers, carriers, consultants, and third-party administrators
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft 365 applications
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong customer service orientation and stakeholder management capabilities
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, lead change, and drive results
Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
Nice to have:
PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, CEBS, or related certification
Benefits
Lead programs that directly impact the employee experience across the organization
Partner with Human Resources, Finance, Legal, and business leaders on high-visibility initiatives
Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement within Total Rewards
Influence strategy and execution within a global organization
Join a collaborative culture focused on innovation, accountability, and employee success
About the Company
Nidec is the world’s leading manufacturer of electric motors, drives, and controls, powering nearly everything that spins and moves, from smartphones and household appliances to electric vehicles, factories, data centers, aircraft, and critical infrastructure. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, Nidec operates more than 300 group companies across 40+ countries, with over 100,000 employees worldwide. Rooted in Japanese craftsmanship and continuous improvement, the company combines global capability with local expertise to solve complex challenges and keep the world moving.
