Compensation Analyst

ERMCO Inc.; Kansas; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ERMCO is seeking a Compensation Analyst to drive the administration and analysis of compensation programs across US, Canada, and Mexico. The role partners with HR, Talent, and business leaders to ensure competitive and equitable pay practices, using data-driven insights to support decisions.

This remote role, based in the US, requires expertise in compensation analytics, market pricing, and HRIS loading of statements, with a focus on compliance and communication of compensation changes across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Finance, or related field required.
• Master’s degree or relevant certifications preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of compensation experience required.
• In-depth knowledge of compensation practices, trends, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with major survey vendors, salary surveys, and ad hoc analysis.
• Ability to manage compensation cycle communications, auditing, and loading statements into HRIS.
• Expert-level Excel with data visualization skills (Power BI, Tableau).
• Attention to detail and confidentiality when handling sensitive data.
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide compensation recommendations based on internal equity and external market competitiveness.
• Handle day-to-day compensation evaluations including promotions and market adjustments.
• Maintain salary structures via annual compensation study.
• Support US, Canada, and Mexico compensation processes.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain compensation guidelines, procedures, and documentation.
• Monitor trends and suggest improvements in compensation practices.
• Create content and materials for compensation communications with stakeholders.
• Support survey participation and relationships with survey vendors.
• Audit HRIS and compensation-related data for accuracy.

Skills

Excel expert

Analytical thinker

Stakeholder mgmt

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Finance

Master's degree or certifications

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

HRIS

Job description

Overview

About ERMCO

Electric Research and Manufacturing Cooperative, Inc. (ERMCO) is the leading manufacturer of distribution transformers and engineered electrical solutions, serving electric utilities, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), and industrial customers across North America. Headquartered in Dyersburg, Tenn., ERMCO delivers reliable, high-quality products that power homes, businesses, and communities across North America.

With commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, ERMCO is at the forefront of supporting grid modernization and energy transition. Our vertically integrated operations, customer-focused culture, and investment in people and technology make ERMCO the Most Valued Partner for delivering resilient, sustainable power infrastructure for the future.

Job Summary:The Compensation Analyst supports the administration, analysis, and continuous improvement of compensation programs and policies. This role partners with HR, Talent, and business leaders to help maintain competitive and equitable pay practices, conduct market pricing evaluations, support compensation planning activities, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The Compensation Analyst provides data driven insights to support compensation decisions and contributes to the overall effectiveness of the organization's compensation strategy.

This role is remote within the following states: AZ, FL, GA, IL, KS, NC, NE, MI, MA, SD, TN, TX, WI, and WY. Candidates may reside in or relocate to any of these states. Relocation assistance will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide compensation recommendations based on internal equity, external market competitiveness and existing ERMCO salary ranges
• Day to day compensation evaluations including but not limited to promotions, market adjustments, lateral adjustments and new hire recommendations
• Assist in maintaining salary structures via annual compensation study
• Support aspects of the annual compensation process for the US, Canada and Mexico
• Ensure compensation programs and practices comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations
• Maintain compensation guidelines, procedures, and documentation
• Monitor compensation trends and industry practices and provide recommendations for continuous improvement
• Support compensation related communications by creating content, presentations, and supporting materials, and collaborating with the communications team to ensure timely and effective delivery of messaging
• Support compensation survey participation and maintain relationships with survey vendors
• Job audits in system to ensure compensation criteria is up to date and accurate
• Ad hoc analytics requests

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field, required
• A Master’s degree or relevant certifications, preferred
• A minimum of 3 years of compensation experience, required
• In-depth knowledge of compensation practices, trends, and regulatory requirements
• Experience working with major survey vendors, conducting salary surveys, performing ad hoc analysis, and creating salary structures
• Able to support compensation cycle management, including building communication plans, auditing workbooks, responding to leaders on questions/concerns, creating and delivering communication statements, and loading statements into HRIS
• Expert-level Excel user with strong analytical, mathematical, and data visualization skills (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• Attention to detail and accuracy in handling sensitive financial data
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects effectively
• High level of professionalism and ability to work at all levels of the organization
• High level of integrity and confidentiality when handling sensitive information

Let’s Build the Future Together

At ERMCO, your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your impact is real. Whether you’re building on early career experience or launching your professional journey, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, contribute, and grow in a manufacturing environment that values innovation and collaboration.

Join ERMCO and TRANSFORM your career!

Job Locations

US