Manager, Compensation

Heinz; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

A global food company is seeking a Compensation Manager in Toronto. This role involves executing compensation strategies across North America, managing job evaluations, and guiding HR partners. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree, 3+ years of experience in compensation, and strong analytical skills. This role offers a competitive salary of $100,300 - $125,400 and benefits, including healthcare, paid time off, and flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Healthcare access

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Arrangements

Employee Family Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ compensation experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of compensation theories and principles.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel and data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and oversee job evaluations for broad-based positions.
• Support the annual salary planning cycle.
• Develop and maintain salary structures for multiple countries.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA or equivalent degree

Tools

Workday

Microsoft Office Suite

Tableau

Power BI

Power Point

Job description

Overview

Compensation Manager – Commercial (contract 6 months with possibilities)

Fixed Term Contract (no bonus or benefits included)

Reporting to the Director of North America and WHQ Compensation, the Compensation Manager will play a critical role in executing the compensation strategy and philosophy across the North America Commercial Businesses. As a trusted advisor to our HR Business Partners, you\'ll provide proficient guidance on a range of compensation-related matters, including job evaluations, market benchmarking, and job offers. To excel in this role, you\'ll need to possess a unique combination of analytical, technical, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguous situations.

Compensation Manager at a Glance...

• Conduct and oversee job evaluations for broad-based positions to ensure internal parity
• Support the annual salary planning cycle
• Participate in the annual salary survey submission process
• Develop and maintain salary structures for multiple countries
• Create and deliver compensation-related training materials to educate HR, people managers, and employees on compensation related best practices
• Design and maintain internal compensation tools to support HR and people in making informed compensation decisions
• Support internal and external audits of compensation-related matters to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
• Stay up to date on external market trends, developments, and standard methodologies in direct compensation to inform compensation strategies
• Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement within the team to drive excellence in compensation management

What\'s on the menu?

• Conduct and oversee job evaluations for broad-based positions to ensure internal parity
• Support the annual salary planning cycle
• Participate in the annual salary survey submission process
• Develop and maintain salary structures for multiple countries
• Create and deliver compensation-related training materials to educate HR, people managers, and employees on compensation related best practices
• Design and maintain internal compensation tools to support HR and people in making informed compensation decisions
• Support internal and external audits of compensation-related matters to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
• Stay up to date on external market trends, developments, and standard methodologies in direct compensation to inform compensation strategies
• Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement within the team to drive excellence in compensation management

Recipe for Success: Apply now if this sounds like you!

• Bachelor’s degree required, MBA or equivalent degree preferred
• 3+ years’ compensation experience
• Workday experience preferred and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other business-related software
• Intermediate to advanced excel and data analysis skills, support team in building visualizations and summaries in Tableau/Power BI and ad-hoc analytics in Power Point
• Strong technical knowledge of compensation theories and principles, compensation program design, and applicable laws
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Solutions-oriented mindset, practicing continuous improvement to drive excellence in compensation management
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or other HR certification preferred
• Korn Ferry Hay Job Slotting experience strongly preferred

Please note: This job posting is just a preview of the full scope of the position.

We hope to find you a seat at our table!

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz\’ strategy and values.

New Hire Base Salary Range:

$100,300.00 - $125,400.00

Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate\'s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family\’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You\'ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
• Emotional – Employee Family Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial - Savings/Pension, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability, Discounted Perks

Location(s)

Toronto - Queen\'s Quay - Headquarters

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [e-mail] for assistance.