Compensation Manager

NFI Group Inc.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NFI Group Inc. seeks a dynamic Compensation Manager to design competitive pay programs and align compensation strategies with talent initiatives. This position requires extensive experience in managing compensation structures in large, multi-national environments, and aims to drive recruitment and retention across its global team.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Comprehensive benefit package

Paid holidays and vacation

Registered pension plan with company match

On-the-job training

Advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Finance, or related.
• 5+ years in compensation or total rewards.
• Experience in leadership roles required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain competitive compensation structures.
• Conduct market analysis to recommend adjustments.
• Lead the annual compensation review cycle.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Business Administration

Finance

Tools

HRIS systems

Excel

Compensation survey tools

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: We're seeking a strategic, data-driven Compensation Manager to lead competitive pay programs that align with our growth and values. In this new role, you will design salary structures, benchmark against the market, ensure compliance, and equity. Partnering with key stakeholders, you'll align compensation with talent strategy to support recruitment, retention, and workforce planning across our 9,000-person global team. If you have experience managing compensation in complex, multi-national environments, and thrive in a values-driven, high-impact role, we’d love to connect.

WHY JOIN US:

• Be part of a team leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility
• Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Registered pension plan with generous company match
• Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we invested $15.9 million in 2024)
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies
• We are proudly named one of Manitoba’s Top 25 employers.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Develop and maintain competitive compensation structures aligned with company goals.
• Conduct market analyses and recommend adjustments to salary ranges, job classifications, and pay programs.
• Develop and deliver training sessions and educational materials for HR teams and leadership to enhance understanding of compensation philosophy, structures, pay practices, and compliance requirements.
• Oversee job evaluation processes, partnering with HR and managers to assess job descriptions and determine appropriate compensation using internal and external market data.
• Perform internal equity assessments, living wage evaluations, and compliance audits.
• Prepare compensation reports and analytics to guide decision-making and monitor trends.
• Lead the annual compensation review cycle, including salary planning, merit increases, and promotions.
• Ensure accurate implementation in HRIS and payroll systems and monitor outcomes for fairness and compliance
• Support the design and administration of incentive programs, including production bonuses, sales compensation, and executive pay plans.
• Ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements across regions.
• Develop and maintain compensation policies and ensure pay transparency and fairness.
• Partner with HR, Finance, Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, and Benefits to support budgeting, workforce planning, offer negotiations, and total rewards alignment.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in compensation or total rewards.
• Experience in a leadership or managerial role.
• CCP (Certified Compensation Professional) would be considered an asset.
• Familiarity with global compensation practices in a mid to large organization.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong analytical skills and experience with compensation tools and databases.
• Proficiency in Excel, HRIS systems and compensation survey tools.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Up to 5% travel; must be eligible to travel to the U.S

Standard Hours: –Mon – Fri 7:30 AM– 4:00PM

OUR WHY: We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motorcoach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable. Our values—safety, quality, integrity, accountability, teamwork, and sustainability—are at the core of everything we do. NFI Group | We Move People - YouTube

Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI offers a wide range of propulsion-agnostic bus and coach platforms, including market leading electric models. Through its low- and zero-emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and technology, NFI meets today’s urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions. Together, NFI is enabling more livable cities through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation. News and information is available atwww.nfigroup.com,www.newflyer.com,www.mcicoach.com,nfi.parts,www.alexander-dennis.com,arbocsv.com, andcarfaircomposites.com.

NFI Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, ensure equitable experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive environment reflective of the communities we operate. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates’ request.