Benefits & Compensation SME

Mid Continent Steel and Wire, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Deacero USA seeks an experienced Benefits & Compensation SME to lead the design, administration, and continuous improvement of our total rewards programs. This strategic role champions market competitiveness, internal equity, and regulatory compliance while delivering an exceptional employee experience.

You will partner with leadership to develop salary structures, benchmark pay, manage benefits renewals, and analyze data to forecast costs.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive HR experience.
• At least 3 years in Total Rewards, Benefits, and Compensation.
• Strong knowledge of compensation strategy and pay benchmarking.
• Experience with HRIS platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategy and administration of employee benefits programs.
• Develop and maintain compensation structures and salary bands.
• Conduct market benchmarking and pay equity analyses.
• Collaborate with leadership on total rewards initiatives.
• Manage annual benefit renewals and vendor relationships.
• Ensure regulatory compliance (ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FLSA, IRS).
• Analyze workforce data to forecast costs and inform decisions.
• Coordinate with HRIS, Payroll, Finance, and Talent Acquisition.

Skills

Data analysis

Excel proficiency

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business / Finance

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

We are a One-of-a-Kind, Fully Integrated and Environmentally Friendly steel product manufacturer. What differentiates us from the rest is our vertically integrated business model, our great diversification of markets and portfolio of products and solutions; and the fact that we produce the most sustainable steel. We offer our employees the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills to develop themselves to the fullest in an environment of collaborators who inspire and work as a team, committed to learning every day and achieving results to grow together.

Position Summary

Deacero USA is seeking an experienced Benefits & Compensation SME to join our Human Resources team. This strategic role will lead the design, administration, and continuous improvement of our compensation and benefits programs while ensuring market competitiveness, internal equity, regulatory compliance, and an exceptional employee experience. The ideal candidate is passionate about using data to drive decisions, developing competitive total rewards strategies, and partnering with leadership to attract and retain top talent.

What You'll Do

As our Total Rewards SME, you will:

• Lead the strategy and administration of employee benefits, including healthcare, retirement, wellness, and voluntary benefit programs.
• Develop and maintain compensation structures, salary bands, and incentive programs.
• Conduct market benchmarking, salary surveys, and pay equity analyses to ensure competitive compensation practices.
• Partner with executive leadership on compensation strategy, workforce planning, and total rewards initiatives.
• Manage annual benefit renewals, vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and service level agreements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, including ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FLSA, and IRS requirements.
• Analyze workforce and benefits data to identify trends, forecast costs, and support strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with HRIS, Payroll, Finance, and Talent Acquisition to ensure accurate administration and alignment of compensation and benefits programs.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• At least 3 years of dedicated experience in Total Rewards, Benefits, and Compensation.
• Strong knowledge of compensation strategy, benefits administration, salary benchmarking, and pay equity.
• Experience with HRIS platforms, preferably ADP Workforce Now.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Manufacturing or industrial experience is a plus.

Preferred Certifications

• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)
• Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS)