Compensation, benefits & workforce analytics manager
position overview: the compensation, benefits & workforce analytics manager will oversee the development, implementation, and management of compensation and benefits programs while driving insights from workforce analytics. This role is critical in ensuring the organization remains competitive in attracting, retaining, and motivating talent, while optimizing workforce planning through data-driven decisions. The manager will collaborate closely with the americas director and the hr director to align programs with organizational goals.
key responsibilities:
compensation & benefits management: design and manage compensation programs : oversee the development, implementation, and administration of competitive and equitable salary structures, bonus plans, and incentive programs. Design the competency matrix
that outlines the skills, knowledge, and behaviors required for individuals within an organization to perform effectively in their roles. It maps these competencies against the expectations for specific jobs or roles. Benefits administration : lead the strategy, design, and standardization of the compensation policy and ensuring pay programs support are in place through all plants and locations and assure retention, equity and competitiveness. Market benchmarking & analysis:
conduct regular market research to ensure compensation and benefits offerings are competitive within the industry and geography. Compliance and governance:
ensure all compensation and benefits programs comply with local, state, and federal regulations, including tax laws, wage and hour laws, and other legal requirements.
workforce analytics & reporting: data-driven insights:
analyze workforce data and trends to provide actionable insights that inform compensation, benefits, labor costs and hr strategy. Reporting & dashboards:
develop and maintain dashboards and regular reports to track key metrics (e.g., turnover, compensation ratios, pay equity, workforce trends) and present findings to senior leadership. Predictive modeling : use advanced analytics to predict workforce needs, identify retention risks, and model compensation scenarios. Employee engagement & satisfaction:
leverage analytics to assess employee satisfaction with compensation and benefits programs, providing insights for program improvements.
program design & strategic planning: compensation & benefits strategy : collaborate with leadership to align compensation and benefits programs with business objectives, ensuring they support employee performance, retention, and engagement. Job evaluations & pay equity:
manage job evaluations, ensuring roles are appropriately classified and compensated, and lead initiatives to ensure pay equity across the organization. Budgeting & cost management : oversee the budgeting process for compensation and benefits programs, ensuring that plans are cost-effective and deliver value to the business.
cross-functional collaboration: collaboration with hr partners: work closely with hr business partners, talent acquisition, and other teams to ensure compensation and benefits programs align with organizational objectives and attract top talent.
qualifications:
education: bachelor’s degree in human resources, sphr, business administration, hris, finance, or a related field.
experience: 5+ years of experience in compensation, benefits, and workforce analytics, preferably in a managerial level role. Strong knowledge of compensation structures, benefits programs, and hr analytics tools. Proven experience using analytics platforms (e.g., tableau, power bi, excel) to deliver insights and influence decision-making. Familiarity with hris systems (tress, sap) and compensation/benefits management platforms. Skills: analytical skills: strong ability to analyze data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights. Attention to detail: ability to manage complex compensation and benefits plans while ensuing compliance and accuracy. Problem-solving: demonstrated ability to address complex compensation and benefits issues and develop creative solutions. Communication: excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively present findings to senior leadership and communicate complex information to employees. Project management: ability to manage multiple initiatives, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Personal attributes: strong business acumen and understanding of how compensation and benefits programs align with overall organizational goals. High level of integrity and confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information. Proactive, strategic thinker with a focus on continuous improvement.
skills: analytical skills:
strong ability to analyze data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights. Attention to detail : ability to manage complex compensation and benefits plans while ensuring compliance and accuracy. Problem-solving:
demonstrated ability to address complex compensation and benefits issues and develop creative solutions. Communication:
excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively present findings to senior leadership and communicate complex information to employees. Project management:
ability to manage multiple initiatives, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
personal attributes: strong business acumen and understanding of how compensation and benefits programs align with overall organizational goals. High level of integrity and confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information. Proactive, strategic thinker with a focus on continuous improvement.
work environment: full-time, on-site or hybrid (depending on company policy) collaborative and dynamic team environment. Opportunity for growth and leadership development.