HRIS and Compensation Specialist

Job Title: HRIS and Compensation Specialist

Location: Flexible location: Bardstown, Owensboro, or Louisville, KY

Status: Salaried

Company/Location Overview

No secrets. No myths. No fabricated stories.

Bardstown Bourbon Company is a new blend of bourbon makers creating the next industry standard through unparalleled transparency, collaboration, and innovation.

The International Wine and Spirits Competition has honored Bardstown Bourbon Company with the prestigious award of Worldwide Whiskey Producer of the Year for 2023.

With the most technically advanced and sophisticated distillery in the country, our pledge of transparency is on full display through open spaces and clear glass, putting the art and science of whiskey-making front and center for all to see. In the heart of the Bourbon Capital of the World TM , Bardstown Bourbon Co. produces not only our own award-winning and highly sought-after blended bourbons, ryes and finished whiskies, but custom distills and ages whiskies for many brands, from start-up pours to established top shelves.

We are the premiere destination on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail ® , combining distilling, culinary, and beverage expertise to create a modern, authentic experience that will engage and delight the bourbon novice and the most sophisticated aficionado.

At our on-site restaurant, Bardstown Bourbon Co. Kitchen and Bar, visitors enjoy chef-driven yet approachable Southern cuisine with international flair paired with creative cocktails, a vast collection of spirits, curated wine list, and our one-of-a-kind Vintage Library, our ode to distilling history stocked with old and rare finds dating back to the 19th century.

Green River Distillery is in Owensboro and is the 10th oldest distillery in the state producing more than 90,000 barrels of bourbon and rye for its own brands and partners. They produce the flagship Green River Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey which started in 1885 and was re-launched in February 2022.

At Bardstown Bourbon Company, see how we are moving the industry forward and NEVER STANDING STILL. For more information, please visit www.bardstownbourbon.com and www.greenriverdistilling.com

Job Summary

The HRIS and Compensation Specialist is responsible for managing and optimizing the Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and ensuring accurate, competitive compensation structures within the organization. This role combines the technical expertise of HRIS management with compensation analysis, ensuring data integrity, compliance, and alignment with the company’s HR strategy. The Specialist works closely with HR, finance, and management teams to support decision-making and enhance operational efficiency. This position will report directly to the SVP of Human Resources, with close collaboration with the HR Team and other company leaders. If you are looking for a company who is growing and innovating, come join us at Bardstown Bourbon Company.

Job Description/Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain, and optimize the HRIS (ADP), Recruitment, LMS, Payroll, and other systems as required.
• Ensures accuracy of employee data, including new hires, terminations, job changes, and other updates.
• Troubleshoots and resolves HRIS issues. Partners with IT or external vendors, as necessary.
• Develop and generate custom reports, dashboard, and analytics to support HR and management decision making.
• Collaborate with HR team to streamline workflows, improve the user experience, and implement system enhancements, as required.
• Maintains knowledge of trends and developments in data management, HR technology and HRIS system applications. Makes recommendations to HR leadership as appropriate for business process improvements.
• Conducts salary benchmarking, salary surveys, job evaluations, and market research to maintain competitive and equitable compensation structures.
• Administers annual compensation review process, including merit increase, bonuses, and promotions.
• Analyze compensation data to ensure internal equity, compliance with legal regulations, and alignment with organizational goals.
• Prepare compensation reports and forecasts for budgeting and strategic planning purposes.
• Commitment to the Company’s ISO program including the quality and food safety of our products.
  
  

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems or related field required
• A minimum of 5 years’ HRIS administration experience, ADP preferred, but not required
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience administering compensation programs
• Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of HR processes and best practices.
• Generalist background and experience helpful
• Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills with the ability to manipulate data for analysis and reporting
• Experience in a manufacturing/distillery operation, a plus
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Growth Mindset and Lifelong learner mentality
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Organizational skills and eye for details and accuracy
• Excellent analytical skills
• Able to deal with ambiguity and respond with agility
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism and confidentiality
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with multiple data sets
• Ability to travel between locations at least 3x a month
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Able to effectively communicate verbally and via writing
• Walking, standing, sitting intermittently.
• Lift and/or move items up to forty pounds as needed
• Able to physically navigate around the office, production and warehouse areas, including repetitive climbing of stairs and elevated walkways
  
  

The Bardstown Bourbon Company is committed to equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Bardstown Bourbon Company to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees, without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.