Risk Management Specialist Job Listing at Rexel USA, Inc in Dallas, TX (Job ID 532)

Description

Summary:
The Risk Management Specialist is responsible for providing best practices in workers compensation management across Rexel USA. Responsible for assisting in the identification and evaluation of Rexel USA's property and casualty risks, as well as developing and implementing programs and processes to control the cost of insurance and claims.

What You'll Do:

• Provide best practices in workers compensation management across RHUSA
• Daily Management of third-party administrator for all RHUSA workers compensation claims
• Liaise with National Safety Manager on Workers Compensation claims analysis in support of Safety and prevention initiatives and OSHA reporting
• Manage Workers Compensation cost containment efforts on behalf of RHUSA
• Work with Operations on the management of task-based return to work programs
• Prepare quarterly Risk Management expenditure reports and reports for the annual actuarial review
• Manage key relationships involved in oversight of claims within Monopolistic States
• Assist in the maintenance of Third-Party Administrators account hierarchy and Account instructions
• Collect all payroll and related data for Policy Renewal negotiations
• Daily liaison with adjusters and RHUSA Operations and Human Resources to troubleshoot claims issues
• Assist in settlement negotiations on all claims in liaison with Director, Risk Management, Legal, Outside Counsel, and Finance
• Participate in quarterly claim reviews and best practice audits with Third Party Administrator and other key members of the Risk team
• Manage legacy workers compensation claims following the acquisition of new entities
• Provide support in all areas of the Risk Management department with regard to claims handling, risk analytics, and the day-to-day questions in support of our business
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent - Required
• Thorough understanding of detailed analysis of overall claims costs trends and how to mitigate them
• Understanding of the principles relating to, Return to Work Programs, and post-loss cost reduction techniques
• Clear understanding of the business case for improving post-loss management
• Ability to work across different departments including Risk, Safety, HR, Legal, and Operations
• Experience working within an environment with multiple locations and knowledge of workers compensation laws in all 50 states
• Knowledge with claims handling and underwriting principles of other insurance lines such as Property, Auto, and General Liability
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc).
• Experience of working with RMIS systems

Physical Demands:

• Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Constantly – at least 51%
• Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location - Frequently – 21% to 50%
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery - Constantly – at least 51%
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to crouch down to stock shelves, pick up boxes, or position oneself to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/in server closet - None
• Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment - None
• Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions - Constantly – at least 51%

Weight and Force Demands:

• Up to 10 pounds - None
• Up to 25 pounds - None
• Up to 50 pounds - None

Working Environment:

• Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold - None
• Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock - None
• Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment - None
• Travels to offsite locations - None

Disclaimer:
“Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.”

Our Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with Employer Match
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• HSA Accounts
• Commuter Transit Benefits
• Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few.
• Employee Discount Programs
• Professional Training & Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within

Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed as we understand that our success and innovation is enhanced by an inclusive and diverse workforce.
Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.

Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, and related supplies in the United States. Rexel USA operates its electrical distribution business in the United States through eight Regions that go to market under various banner and trade names, including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, and Platt Electric Supply. In addition to an online store, Rexel USA has a distribution network of over 460 warehouse storefront locations throughout the U.S.