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POSITION TITLE: Compensation and Benefits Manager
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Compensation and Benefits Manager is responsible for the design, implementation, administration, and evaluation of the
company's Sales and exempt and non exempt compensation and benefits programs to ensure internal equity, external competitiveness, and compliance with all applicable regulations.
This managerial role requires strong analytical and strategic thinking skills to translate data into actionable insights and recommendations that support business objectives, enhance employee experience, and drive a pay-for-performance culture. This role reports directly to the Senior Director, North America, Specialty Solutions, and Global Human Resources.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE: • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field required. • Master's degree preferred (e.g., MBA or MS in HR Management). •
5+ years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits or total rewards roles. • Strong proficiency with Excel, HRIS systems (e.g.,
ADP,
Workday, UKG, SAP), and market pricing tools (e.g., Client, WTW, Mercer, Comp Analyst). • Demonstrated ability to analyze data, model outcomes, and present recommendations to senior leadership. • Experience in a matrixed, multi-state manufacturing environment preferred.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications, certifications, and/or licenses) •
Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)
and/or
Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS)
preferred. • PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification a plus.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Compensation • Administer and maintain base pay structures, job architecture, and market pricing for all positions. • Conduct competitive compensation analyses using market data and benchmarking surveys. • Develop recommendations for salary adjustments, incentive plans, and merit increases aligned with budget and performance goals. • Partner with Finance and HR leadership to model compensation scenarios, analyze trends, and prepare executive summaries for decision-making. • Ensure compliance with pay transparency, FLSA classification, and state/federal wage laws. • Support annual merit, bonus, and incentive cycle processes, including data validation and reporting.
Benefits • Manage health, welfare, and retirement benefit programs, ensuring cost-effectiveness and employee value. • Partner with brokers and vendors to evaluate plan design, renewals, and market competitiveness. • Analyze claims data and cost trends to identify opportunities for improvement in cost management, wellness, and employee satisfaction. • Oversee benefits administration, including open enrollment, employee communications, and compliance (HIPAA, ERISA, ACA, COBRA, etc.). • Collaborate with Payroll, HR, and HRIS teams to ensure accurate data flow between systems and vendors.
Analytics and Strategic Projects • Leverage HR and financial data to provide insights and recommendations to leadership on compensation, benefits, and workforce trends. • Partner with HRIS to develop dashboards and reporting tools to track key metrics such as compa-ratios, turnover, benefits utilization, and total rewards ROI. • Lead or support strategic initiatives such as total rewards redesigns, or HR technology implementations.
Compliance and Governance • Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to compensation and benefits. • Prepare documentation for audits, filings, and required disclosures (e.g., 5500, ACA, 408(b)(2), etc.). • Ensure adherence to company policies, internal controls, and data privacy requirements.
Additional duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial modeling skills. • High attention to detail and data accuracy. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution. • Ability to create comprehensive project plans and communication plans to execute key initiatives in compensation and benefits. • Strong project management and vendor relationship management skills. • Collaborative team player with the ability to influence across functions. • Ability to travel < 10%.
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS: • Demonstrate effective communications (verbal, written) skills • Proficient with MS Office Suite • Maintain discretion when working with confidential and proprietary information • Strict adherence to Company safety policies and procedures • Exhibit companies "Standards of Conduct
We are 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, disability or veteran status.
POSITION TITLE: Compensation and Benefits Manager
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Compensation and Benefits Manager is responsible for the design, implementation, administration, and evaluation of the
company's Sales and exempt and non exempt compensation and benefits programs to ensure internal equity, external competitiveness, and compliance with all applicable regulations.
This managerial role requires strong analytical and strategic thinking skills to translate data into actionable insights and recommendations that support business objectives, enhance employee experience, and drive a pay-for-performance culture. This role reports directly to the Senior Director, North America, Specialty Solutions, and Global Human Resources.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE: • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field required. • Master's degree preferred (e.g., MBA or MS in HR Management). •
5+ years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits or total rewards roles. • Strong proficiency with Excel, HRIS systems (e.g.,
ADP,
Workday, UKG, SAP), and market pricing tools (e.g., Client, WTW, Mercer, Comp Analyst). • Demonstrated ability to analyze data, model outcomes, and present recommendations to senior leadership. • Experience in a matrixed, multi-state manufacturing environment preferred.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications, certifications, and/or licenses) •
Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)
and/or
Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS)
preferred. • PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification a plus.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Compensation • Administer and maintain base pay structures, job architecture, and market pricing for all positions. • Conduct competitive compensation analyses using market data and benchmarking surveys. • Develop recommendations for salary adjustments, incentive plans, and merit increases aligned with budget and performance goals. • Partner with Finance and HR leadership to model compensation scenarios, analyze trends, and prepare executive summaries for decision-making. • Ensure compliance with pay transparency, FLSA classification, and state/federal wage laws. • Support annual merit, bonus, and incentive cycle processes, including data validation and reporting.
Benefits • Manage health, welfare, and retirement benefit programs, ensuring cost-effectiveness and employee value. • Partner with brokers and vendors to evaluate plan design, renewals, and market competitiveness. • Analyze claims data and cost trends to identify opportunities for improvement in cost management, wellness, and employee satisfaction. • Oversee benefits administration, including open enrollment, employee communications, and compliance (HIPAA, ERISA, ACA, COBRA, etc.). • Collaborate with Payroll, HR, and HRIS teams to ensure accurate data flow between systems and vendors.
Analytics and Strategic Projects • Leverage HR and financial data to provide insights and recommendations to leadership on compensation, benefits, and workforce trends. • Partner with HRIS to develop dashboards and reporting tools to track key metrics such as compa-ratios, turnover, benefits utilization, and total rewards ROI. • Lead or support strategic initiatives such as total rewards redesigns, or HR technology implementations.
Compliance and Governance • Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to compensation and benefits. • Prepare documentation for audits, filings, and required disclosures (e.g., 5500, ACA, 408(b)(2), etc.). • Ensure adherence to company policies, internal controls, and data privacy requirements.
Additional duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial modeling skills. • High attention to detail and data accuracy. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution. • Ability to create comprehensive project plans and communication plans to execute key initiatives in compensation and benefits. • Strong project management and vendor relationship management skills. • Collaborative team player with the ability to influence across functions. • Ability to travel < 10%.
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS: • Demonstrate effective communications (verbal, written) skills • Proficient with MS Office Suite • Maintain discretion when working with confidential and proprietary information • Strict adherence to Company safety policies and procedures • Exhibit companies "Standards of Conduct
We are 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, disability or veteran status.