Sales Compensation Analyst

Staples Canada; Richmond Hill; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Associate discount

Health and Dental benefits

RRSP/DPSP

Performance bonuses

Learning & Development programs

And more...

Job summary

Staples Canada is seeking a Sales Compensation Analyst to support operational, reporting and data analysis for the sales compensation program in Richmond Hill. You will liaise with sales staff and finance, ensuring accurate quota roll ups and forecasting, while driving process improvements and automation.

The role reports to the Sales Compensation Manager and offers hybrid work with four days onsite in Richmond Hill. A degree in accounting/finance plus strong Excel skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• University degree or college diploma in accounting or finance.
• Analytical mindset with ability to review issues.
• Business and financial acumen.
• Advanced Excel skills and general computer proficiency.
• Innovative, proactive and solutions oriented.
• 3-5 years in a sales compensation analyst role incl. design and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of the sales compensation plan including reporting and analysis.
• Publish leaderboards based on performance to plan and any contests.
• General sales reporting and data management using internal data warehouse applications.
• Analyze plan effectiveness and suggest revisions to compensation procedures.
• Create and administer sales incentives and contests.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Excel skills

Financial acumen

Innovative / proactive

Data analysis

3-5 years experience

Education

Accounting/finance degree or diploma

Tools

Data warehouse applications

PC-based tools

Job description

Some of what you will do:

The Sales Compensation Analyst is responsible for assisting with the operational, reporting and data analysis aspects as well as coordinating elements of the sales compensation system. The individual will field questions from the sales staff concerning their commission/bonus payments. This role will also work closely with finance to ensure accurate quota roll up to budget and commission forecasting. This individual will also be responsible for the design, communication and administration of any sales contests and/or SPIFFs. They will also drive process improvements through streamlining and automation as well as maximizing excel functionality wherever possible. The position reports to the Sales Compensation Manager and is located in Richmond Hill.

Specifically, You Will

• Coordinate all aspects of the sales compensation plan including reporting, analysis, and use of PC-based associated tools.
• Publish leaderboards based on performance to plan and any other contests.
• General sales reporting and data management as necessary using internal data warehouse applications.
• Analyzes Sales Comp Plan Effectiveness. Suggests revisions to the compensation plan or procedures based on a strong knowledge of business goals.
• Create and administer sales incentives and contests.

Some Of What You Need

• University Degree or College Diploma, accounting/finance background an asset.
• Analytical mind set with the ability to review any potential issues.
• Business and financial acumen.
• Above average excel skills and overall computer proficiency.
• Ability to be innovative, pro-active and solutions oriented.
• 3-5 years in a Sales compensation analyst role, including the design, administration, data analysis and compensation administration.

Physical Demands/working Conditions

• Office environment – Hybrid, with 4 days onsite in Richmond Hill, subject to the hybrid policy.

Some Of What You Will Get

• Associate discount
• Health and Dental benefits
• RRSP/DPSP
• Performance bonuses
• Learning & Development programs
• And more...

About Us

We value transparency in our hiring processes. Please note, artificial intelligence may be used in certain stages to screen, assess, or select applicants, however, a human reviewer makes all final decisions. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

About the Team

At Staples Canada we are dynamic, inspiring partners to our customers and the communities in which we live. As The Working and Learning Company, we inspire people to work smarter, learn more and grow every day. We’re looking for curious, approachable, and passionate individuals who love finding solutions. If that’s you, let’s work, learn, and grow together.

We are building an inclusive and diverse team

Staples Canada is continuously working towards creating an inclusive and diverse work environment. We welcome, value and thrive on perspectives and contributions from backgrounds that vary by race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion or physical ability. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.