Benefits Specialist II

Transforming the Future of Enterprise Planning

At o9, our mission is to be the Most Value-Creating Platform for enterprises by transforming decision-making through our AI-first approach. By integrating siloed planning capabilities and capturing millions—even billions—in value leakage, we help businesses plan smarter and faster.

This not only enhances operational efficiency but also reduces waste, leading to better outcomes for both businesses and the planet. Global leaders like Google, PepsiCo, Walmart, T-Mobile, AB InBev, and Starbucks trust o9 to optimize their supply chains.

Benefits Specialist – 7-Month Contract (India)

o9 Solutions is seeking an experienced Benefits Specialist (Contractor) to provide temporary coverage during a maternity leave. This role will run for approximately 7 months and will be focused on supporting employee benefit programs in India and APAC. The contractor will work closely with our HR team to ensure seamless administration, compliance, and employee support during this period.
This is a contract role designed for someone who can quickly step in, work independently, and manage benefits
operations without extensive onboarding.

What you'll do :
● Administer employee benefit programs for India and APAC (medical, disability, retirement,
supplemental benefits, etc.).
● Manage insurance enrollments, terminations, and life event changes; coordinate with vendors to
ensure timely renewals.
● Support payroll deductions related to Provident Fund contributions, food wallet, work from home
allowance, certifications, and other benefits.
● Ensure proper documentation and reporting for Employee Provident Fund (EPF/VPF).
● Support vendor relationships, liaise with EMedLife and local agencies.
● Reconcile benefit invoices and ensure accuracy of billing.
● Respond to employee benefit inquiries promptly and accurately, ensuring compliance with
India/APAC policies and regulations.
● Support compliance audits and maintain accurate benefit records.
● Coordinate benefit orientation sessions for new hires during the coverage period.
● Other benefit-related tasks as assigned.

What you'll bring
● Experience: Minimum 4 years working in HR/benefits administration, with specific experience in India
and APAC benefits.
● Education: Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or related field (or
equivalent professional experience).

● Skills:
o Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Google Suite.
o Strong knowledge of Workday (WD) for managing benefit elections.
o Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive/confidential data.
o Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain benefits to employees clearly.

● Mindset: Able to work independently, meet deadlines, and adapt quickly in a fast-paced, global environment.

Contract Details
● Duration: 7 months
● Location: India
● Type: Independent contractor role

About o9
With its Unicorn status, o9 Solutions is one of the fastest growing AI-powered digital transformation companies in
the world today. Our high-energy environment drives us to grow and aim 10x. It's this drive that has made us
leaders of Gartner's S&OP Magic Quadrant.
The o9 platform, or "digital brain", is the premier AI-powered, cloud-based platform behind the digital
transformations of major global enterprises, including Google, Nike, Walmart, and Starbucks.
Our headquarters are in Dallas, with offices in Amsterdam, Barcelona, Bangalore, Tokyo, and Seoul.
o9 is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of diverse backgrounds and hire without regard to
race, colour, gender, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic
protected by law.

More about us… 

At o9, transparency and open communication are at the core of our culture. Collaboration thrives across all levels—hierarchy, distance, or function never limit innovation or teamwork. Beyond work, we encourage volunteering opportunities, social impact initiatives, and diverse cultural celebrations.

With a $3.7 billion valuation and a global presence across Dallas, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Madrid, London, Paris, Tokyo, Seoul, and Munich, o9 is among the fastest-growing technology companies in the world. Through our aim10x vision, we are committed to AI-powered management, driving 10x improvements in enterprise decision-making. Our Enterprise Knowledge Graph enables businesses to anticipate risks, adapt to market shifts, and gain real-time visibility. By automating millions of decisions and reducing manual interventions by up to 90%, we empower enterprises to drive profitable growth, reduce inefficiencies, and create lasting value.

o9 is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, ensuring a fair and unbiased hiring process. Join us as we continue our growth journey