Total Rewards Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

Working as a member of the Corporate HR Team, this role is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing comprehensive compensation, benefits, and recognition programs to attract, retain, and motivate top talent. Close collaboration with HR leadership, senior leadership, and external partners is necessary to ensure the organization’s total rewards program is competitive, equitable, and aligned with company goals and values. This role will participate in other HR related activities as needed to support department objectives and serve the growing needs of the organization.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• This hybrid position will be required to work in our Corporate Office at least two days per week based on your team’s schedule.
• Lead the development and execution of the company’s compensation strategy and design.
• Review and analyze compensation structures, including incentive plans, on a regular basis and recommend updates based on industry standards and legal requirements.
• Oversee the administration and continuous improvement of the organization’s employee benefits programs, including health, wellness, retirement plans, and other employee perks.
• Lead and manage relationships with external brokers and benefits vendors to negotiate and secure competitive, cost-effective benefits packages.
• Select, develop, motivate, and retain a high-performing team. Set KPIs, manage activities, and ensure the delivery of results.
• Collaborate with brokers to conduct market analysis, evaluate trends, and design benefit solutions that align with PL Marketing’s compensation strategy and employee needs.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to ensure total rewards programs remain competitive and compliant within the industry.
• Develop and execute communication strategies for educating employees about total rewards offerings, including benefits, compensation, retirement, and recognition programs.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including FLSA, ACA, ERISA, and other compensation and benefits-related legislation.
• Ensures confidentiality of private, personal data with strict adherence to HIPAA guidelines and relevant privacy regulations.
• Participate in and contribute to department and office meetings.
• Work closely with others on the HR Team to ensure smooth coordination of efforts.
• Will participate in other HR related activities as needed to support department objectives and serve the growing needs of the organization.
• Perform special assignments and projects as requested.
• Deliver outstanding customer service to every employee.
• Display ethical standards beyond reproach including maintaining confidentiality with all data.

Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• 4-year degree in HR or related discipline or an equivalent combination of HR work experience and education combined
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in leading Total Rewards programs and strategies
• Workday experience is strongly preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Capacity to learn multiple computer systems and web-based applications
• Experience functioning in a corporate office environment
• Expert organizational, multi-tasking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to effectively craft and deliver a message verbally and in writing
• Highly motivated self-starter who can work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, prioritize and multi-task
• Experience working as part of a team
• Ability to support current company culture

MINIMUM PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

• Must be able to:
  • remain standing/sitting for several hours at a time
  • lift 10-15 lbs. occasionally

COMPETENCIES/SKILLS:
Some of the Competencies/Skills required to successfully perform this position are:

• Adaptability – maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures
• Analysis and Decision Making – identifying and understanding issues, problems and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences
• Building Strategic Working Relationships – developing and using collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals
• Building Trust – interacting with PL Marketing employees and managers in a way that gives confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization
• Communication – clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in the English language
• Customer Focus – making PL Marketing Employees and their needs a primary focus of one’s actions; developing and sustaining productive relationships with employees
• Decision Making – identifying and understanding issues, problems and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probable consequences
• Inclusion – appreciating and leveraging the capabilities, insights and ideas of all individuals; working effectively with individuals of diverse style, ability and motivation for a direct effect on business results
• Initiating Action – taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive; generating innovative solutions in work situations
• Self-Starter – working the majority of the time without direct supervision; prioritizing, organizing and completing workload accurately within allotted time period
• Work Standards – setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed