Compensation Analyst

PRIMARY FUNCTION: This role is responsible for day-to-day administration of Wayne-Sanderson Farms’ compensation program in accordance with regulatory guidelines and adherence to the WSF compensation philosophy.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

• Manage requests for job evaluations/re-evaluations for new and existing positions, complete market and FLSA analyses for non-director level roles, ensure job description has been created/updated, and communicate results to stakeholders

• Manage and own the MarketPay system administration, ensuring exceptional data integrity and staying abreast of new technology

• Participate in compensation and rewards surveys ensuring survey matches and levels accurately reflect company roles

• Interact with multiple departments regarding plan administration

• Prepare statistics, create reports, identify trends and summarize the results to management as it relates to compensation

• Assist with the design and delivery of system documentation and related training programs to ensure end user understanding of systems and processes

• Research and provide current data for the CBA Wage Proposals

• Assist with the design and delivery of compensation training to Human Resource employees and managers

• Perform audits and generate reports on an ad hoc basis

• Maintain job families, titles and grades in HRIS acting as gatekeeper for all additions and changes

• Provide guidance and support to HR and clients on compensation-related matters

• Special Projects – Serve as project manager on special projects, which involve revision, modeling, development and/or re-design of existing programs/systems

• Other duties as assigned by management

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This is an Individual Contributor role with required competencies: Functional /Technical Skills; Action Oriented, Problem Solving, Learning on the Fly and Interpersonal Savvy

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline (i.e. Human Resources, Benefits, Business, etc.) from an accredited institution or equivalent work experience

• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or PHR/SPHS certification preferred

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• 1 - 2 years’ compensation-related experience in base and variable pay compensation plans, 3+ years preferred

• Working knowledge of financial metrics (RONA, EBITDA, IRR and CAGER)

• Must be technologically adept with the ability to work within multiple Microsoft and HRIS systems

• Strong customer focus with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization in a timely and professional manner

• Must have exceptional communication, both verbal and written, presentation and facilitation skills

• Ability to take complex topics and break down into simple concepts easily understood by target audience

• Ability to appropriately handle situations and resolve issues efficiently and effectively

• Proficient computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook)

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment using excellent organizational skills and precise attention to detail

• Must possess a strong customer-centric attitude, high energy level and a strong sense of urgency

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• Follow all departmental and company safety policies and programs

PHYISICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Moderate use of hands/fingers to operate computer, keyboard and mouse; may sit for extended periods of time

• May travel infrequently for training or to company locations to provide training or other compensation related tasks

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.