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Program Manager - Compensation

United States, Phoenix 127000.00 - 149000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted December 22, 2025
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The Program Manager - Compensation is responsible for managing and optimizing the organization’s compensation programs, including base pay practices and incentive programs. This includes managing a market-based compensation program and incentives that align with organizational goals. This role requires a strategic thinker and problem solver who can balance the administration of the compensation program with the goals of the organization, ensuring compliance and regulatory aspects (FLSA, etc.) are adhered to. The Program Manager - Compensation will collaborate across departments to provide exceptional service and evaluate departmental incentive programs for competitiveness ensuring attraction and retention. This role will also have responsibility of evaluating and maintaining the compensation structure as configured in the HCM (Dayforce).

Job Responsibility

  • Oversee the administration and delivery of a wide range of compensation programs, including annual incentive, departmental incentive
  • Provide actionable insights and recommendations based on data and benchmark analysis to inform strategic decisions
  • Oversees base salary and incentive programs, job evaluations, and salary survey participation and procurement
  • Conducts market analysis of company jobs to determine competitive positioning of the organization's pay programs
  • Participates in annual salary administration programs, including salary structure creation and maintenance and development of incentive or salary increase budgets
  • Ensures that all compensation-related activities are in compliance with applicable regulations and standards
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to design and develop compensation strategies that align with the organization’s objectives and enhance employee attraction and retention
  • Aligning compensation programs with recruitment strategies to attract quality candidates
  • Manage relationships with external vendors, survey vendors, to ensure access to the most relevant compensation data
  • Assist in the negotiation of contracts and service agreements as necessary
  • Ensure all compensation practices are well documented and comply with local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., Dept of Labor, FLSA)
  • Stay informed of industry trends and regulatory changes to proactively adjust programs as needed
  • Construct and deliver communication strategies to educate managers and employees on the basics of compensation, including, base pay practices, merit and incentives programs
  • Monitor and manage the benefits budget, ensuring cost-effective solutions while maintaining a high level of employee satisfaction
  • Perform cost analysis and recommend adjustments as needed
  • Track program participation, employee feedback, and program effectiveness
  • Prepare reports and presentations for management and key stakeholders
  • Act as the primary point of contact for HR Business partners and hiring managers with questions or issues related to compensation
  • Investigate and resolve any discrepancies or problems in a timely manner
  • Proven ability to understand human resources system configurations, testing and maintenance of compensation systems to ensure the efficient administration and seamless management of data
  • Including data integration with vendor system (salary surveys)
  • Collaborate with HRIS and/ or IT to implement system enhancements and troubleshoot issues
  • May perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field
  • 10+ years of proven/progressive experience in compensation administration/management, with a focus on system configuration and compliance
  • Proficiency in configuring and managing compensation modules such as Dayforce (Ceridian), UKG, Workday, Oracle, or SAP
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
  • Excellent presentation and facilitator skills
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable strategies
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across departments and influence stakeholders
  • Detailed knowledge of compensation regulations and compliance requirements (e.g. Dept. of Labor, FLSA etc.)

Nice to have

  • Experience with Dayforce (Ceridian) compensation and reports modules
  • SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)
  • Experience with joint ventures, mergers, and acquisitions
  • Experience working in a dynamic growth organization is a plus

What we offer

  • Industry-leading health and dental benefits
  • Matching retirement package

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