Senior Benefits Analyst, Retirement - Sysco Corporation : Job Details

Our Global Support Center/ Corporate Office is located in the Energy Corridor- off I10 and N Eldridge.

Address: 1390 Enclave Pkwy, Houston, TX 77077

Hybrid Role: In-office Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday. Work from home on Thursday and Friday.

Job Profile Summary:

The Senior Retirement Analyst will play a key role in supporting the administration and compliance of the Sysco 401 (K) & The Sysco Retirement Plan. In this role, the Senior Retirement Analyst will ensure data accuracy between Workday / Vendors systems, plan compliance, internal & external audits and managing vendor relationships. The ideal candidate brings strong technical acumen, analytical skills, and a collaborative approach to working across HR, Payroll, HRIS, and vendor teams. This role will play a key part in ensuring our retirement programs are competitive, compliant, and aligned with the companys overall Total Rewards strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

System & Data Management

• Serve as a subject matter expert and lead analyst for retirement plans, ensuring operational excellence and compliance with ERISA, IRS, DOL, and other regulatory bodies.
• Oversee day-to-day retirement plan administration such as resolving employee & vendor questions and issues that arise.
• Partner with HRIS to ensure successful inbound & outbound data integration between vendors and Workday.
• Collaborate with internal/ external teams to in multifaceted projects.
• Conduct audits and reconciliations to ensure employee 401 (K) elections and Loan deductions are accurate and aligned.
• Monthly review of Pension & 401 (K) data.

Retirement Administration

• Serve as a subject matter expert on retirement plans and integrations.
• Assist with system configurations, testing, and validation processes.
• Troubleshoot employee and vendor issues.
• Collaborate with vendors to implement data feeds changes, resolve discrepancies, and enhance employee experience.

Reporting & Compliance

• Lead annual retirement plan audits, actuarial valuations, and non-discrimination testing.
• Ability to understand complex reporting, create ad hoc reports quickly and present to teams.
• Support compliance with ERISA, IRS, DOL and other regulatory requirements through data accuracy and documentation.
• Assist with audits, filings, and year-end processes including W2 reporting, AFN, PBGC and Form 5500 preparation.
• General understanding of how to interpret Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments impacting retirement plans and recommend necessary changes.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Payroll, HRIS, and Total Rewards teams to ensure aligned processes and seamless handoffs.
• Participate in system upgrades, new vendor implementations, and benefits-related projects.
• Provide training and documentation for HR team members and employees as needed.
• Support M&A activities including plan integrations, due diligence, and transition planning.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in retirement plan administration or benefits management.
• Experience with Annual Audits for Defined Contribution & Defined Benefit Plans, and in-depth knowledge of DC and DB plans.
• Experience with benefits platforms (e.g., Fidelity PSW, Benefit Connect, Bswift, Workday, Northern Trust) and file feed integrations.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail, critical thinking skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Understanding of ERISA, IRS, and DOL regulatory requirements.
• Ability to make critical decisions independently with minimum oversight.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in retirement plan administration or benefits management.
• Experience in retirement benefits administration in both US and Canada.
• Experience with system testing, implementation, or configuration of benefits platforms.
• Experience working in a large, complex organization and union populations.
• Ability to explain complex retirement concepts clearly to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to quickly respond to critical projects/ request.