C&S Wholesale Grocers
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Compensation Director
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C&S Wholesale Grocers . The Director of Compensation is a key leadership role responsible for the strategic design, implementation, and administration of all compensation programs across the enterprise. This role ensures our compensation philosophy and practices are competitive, equitable, and aligned with business objectives to attract, motivate, and retain top talent. The Director will oversee broad-based compensation, hourly operations compensation programs, sales and variable incentive plans, and long-term incentive programs. The role requires a hands-on yet strategic leader with deep expertise in compensation theory and practice, strong analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a large, complex, and fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will serve as a key advisor to senior leadership and the HR team on all compensation-related matters.
Responsibilities
Lead the strategic design, development, implementation, and administration of the company's diverse compensation programs, including base salary structures, short-term and long-term incentives, and sales compensation.
Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of compensation programs to ensure alignment with business strategy, market trends, and desired behaviors and results.
Serve as the primary compensation subject matter expert and strategic advisor to HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and business leaders.
Lead the design and evolution of compensation strategies for supply chain operations, integrating engineer labor standards and best practices to drive competitive, equitable, and performance-driven compensation models across the distribution network.
Develop and deliver training and communication materials to educate leaders and employees on the company's compensation philosophy and programs.
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of compensation professionals, fostering a culture of high performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Manage key HR strategic projects including acquisitions integrations, technology deployment, and other network-wide initiatives.
Keep apprised of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations to ensure compliance and establish appropriate internal controls.
Partner with Finance, Legal, Field HR, and other HR Centers of Excellence to develop efficient operational processes.
Requirements
10 years of progressive experience in compensation, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role managing a compensation function and team. Prior experience with Workday strongly preferred.
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Human Resources, Finance or Business Administration.
CCP or Certified Compensation Professional certification.
Details
Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
Company: C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC
Job Area: HR - Total Rewards
Job Family: Human Resources
Job Type: Regular
Job Code: JC0234
Pay Range: $153,720 - $203,580
ReqID: R-263379
About Our Company C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918, C&S services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases, and institutions with over 100,000 products. We operate and support corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model across the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.
Equal Opportunity Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. C&S is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
Salary Salary Range: $150,700 – $199,580 (base); Pay Range: $153,720 – $203,580
Note: This posting reflects the compensation director role; other roles and alerts on the page are not included in this refined description.
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Join to apply for the
Compensation Director
role at
C&S Wholesale Grocers . The Director of Compensation is a key leadership role responsible for the strategic design, implementation, and administration of all compensation programs across the enterprise. This role ensures our compensation philosophy and practices are competitive, equitable, and aligned with business objectives to attract, motivate, and retain top talent. The Director will oversee broad-based compensation, hourly operations compensation programs, sales and variable incentive plans, and long-term incentive programs. The role requires a hands-on yet strategic leader with deep expertise in compensation theory and practice, strong analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a large, complex, and fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will serve as a key advisor to senior leadership and the HR team on all compensation-related matters.
Responsibilities
Lead the strategic design, development, implementation, and administration of the company's diverse compensation programs, including base salary structures, short-term and long-term incentives, and sales compensation.
Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of compensation programs to ensure alignment with business strategy, market trends, and desired behaviors and results.
Serve as the primary compensation subject matter expert and strategic advisor to HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and business leaders.
Lead the design and evolution of compensation strategies for supply chain operations, integrating engineer labor standards and best practices to drive competitive, equitable, and performance-driven compensation models across the distribution network.
Develop and deliver training and communication materials to educate leaders and employees on the company's compensation philosophy and programs.
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of compensation professionals, fostering a culture of high performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Manage key HR strategic projects including acquisitions integrations, technology deployment, and other network-wide initiatives.
Keep apprised of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations to ensure compliance and establish appropriate internal controls.
Partner with Finance, Legal, Field HR, and other HR Centers of Excellence to develop efficient operational processes.
Requirements
10 years of progressive experience in compensation, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role managing a compensation function and team. Prior experience with Workday strongly preferred.
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Human Resources, Finance or Business Administration.
CCP or Certified Compensation Professional certification.
Details
Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
Company: C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC
Job Area: HR - Total Rewards
Job Family: Human Resources
Job Type: Regular
Job Code: JC0234
Pay Range: $153,720 - $203,580
ReqID: R-263379
About Our Company C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918, C&S services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases, and institutions with over 100,000 products. We operate and support corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model across the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.
Equal Opportunity Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. C&S is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
Salary Salary Range: $150,700 – $199,580 (base); Pay Range: $153,720 – $203,580
Note: This posting reflects the compensation director role; other roles and alerts on the page are not included in this refined description.
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