Compensation Sales Analyst

Bakemark; Pico Rivera (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Bakemark in Pico Rivera, CA is seeking a Compensation Specialist to design, implement, and administer compensation programs across multiple states. You will ensure competitive pay practices, compliance with wage laws, and alignment with business goals while partnering with HR and operations.

The role covers market pricing, pay structure development, and support for hourly, salaried, and incentive pay across manufacturing, distribution, and corporate functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Finance or related field.
• 2-3 years of compensation or HR experience, preferably in manufacturing or distribution.
• Strong understanding of multi-state wage and hour laws and compliance.
• Experience with hourly, salary, commission and component pay structures.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis).

Responsibilities

• Analyze compensation data across locations including plants, distribution centers and corporate functions.
• Provide monthly reporting on Sales Subsidy to Commission Gap information to Leadership.
• Conduct market pricing using industry salary surveys (manufacturing, supply chain, logistics).
• Develop and maintain pay structures for hourly, salaried and incentive-based compensation programs.
• Support pay strategies for high-volume hourly workforces (shift differentials, overtime, premium pay).
• Partner with HR and operations on hiring rates, promotions and internal equity across regions.
• Ensure compliance with wage and hour laws across states.
• Monitor pay equity initiatives across job categories.
• Assist with union-related compensation structures (if applicable).
• Support annual compensation cycles (merits, bonuses, incentives).
• Maintain and audit compensation data in HRIS systems for accuracy.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business

2-3 years compensation or HR

Excel (Pivot, VLOOKUP)

Multi-state wage/hour knowledge

HRIS experience (Dayforce, Workday, AD

Analytical skills

Data confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Dayforce

Workday

ADP

SAP

Job description

***Position fully onsite in Pico Rivera, CA***

Summary:

Under direct supervision, the Compensation Specialist supports the design, implementation, and administration of compensation programs across a multi-state manufacturing and distribution workforce. This role ensures pay practices are competitive, equitable, and compliant with varying state and federal regulations. The specialist partners closely with HR, operations, and leadership to align compensation strategies with business goals, workforce needs, and labor market conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze compensation data across multiple locations, including manufacturing plants, distribution centers, and corporate functions.
• Provide monthly reporting on Sales Subsidy to Commission Gap information to the Leadership Team.
• Conduct market pricing using industry-specific salary surveys (manufacturing, supply chain, logistics).
• Develop and maintain pay structures, including hourly, salaried, and incentive-based compensation programs.
• Support compensation strategies for high-volume, hourly workforces, including shift differentials, overtime practices, and premium pay programs.
• Partner with HR and operations leaders on hiring rates, promotions, and internal equity adjustments across different regions.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, including minimum wage variations, overtime rules, and pay transparency requirements.
• Monitor and support pay equity initiatives across multiple states and job categories.
• Assist with union-related compensation structures or collective bargaining agreements (if applicable).
• Support annual compensation cycles (merit increases, bonuses, and incentive payouts) across diverse employee populations.
• Maintain and audit compensation data within HRIS systems to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare reports and dashboards on compensation trends, labor costs, and workforce analytics.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field
• 2-3 years of compensation or HR experience, preferably in manufacturing, distribution, or supply chain environments
• Strong understanding of multi-state wage and hour laws and compliance requirements
• Experienced in supporting hourly, salary, commission, and component pay structures
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)
• Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., Dayforce, Workday, ADP, SAP)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or similar certification
• Experience with union environments and collective bargaining agreements
• Experience supporting geographically dispersed operations

Key Competencies:

• Knowledge of wage and hour compliance across multiple states
• Data-driven decision making
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong collaboration with HR and operations teams
• Ability to balance business needs with compliance and fairness