Compensation Director

Compensation Director Position Overview

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 individual will ensure our compensation philosophy and practices are competitive, equitable, and aligned with our 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 our long-term incentive programs. This role requires a hands-on yet strategic leader with deep expertise in compensation theory and practice, exceptional analytical skills, and a proven 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.

Job Description

• Lead the strategic design, development, implementation, and administration of the companys diverse compensation programs, including base salary structures, short-term and long-term incentives, sales compensation.
• Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of compensation programs to ensure they are aligned with business strategy, market trends, and are driving the 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 strategic design, implementation, and continuous evolution of compensation strategies and programs for supply chain operations, ensuring the effective integration and application of 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 companys 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 acquisition integrations, technology deployment and other network wide initiatives.
• Keep apprised of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations to ensure company compliance and establish appropriate internal controls.
• Partner with Finance, Legal, Field HR and other Human Resources Centers of Excellence to develop highly efficient operational processes.

Years of Experience

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.

Qualifications

Bachelors or masters degree in Human Resources, Finance or Business Administration CCP, Certified Compensation Professional certificate.

Shift

1st Shift (United States of America)