Director, Compensation

Saint-Gobain North America; Malvern (Chester County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction materials sector seeks a Director of Compensation to oversee compensation strategies for 19,000 employees across North America. This role involves collaboration with HR leaders to ensure competitive compensation programs that enhance employee engagement and support business objectives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in HR and strategic leadership, with a focus on innovative compensation solutions.

Benefits

Health and Well-being programs

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Qualifications

• 8-10 years in HR, benefits, or compensation.
• 5-7 years in strategic leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of Job Architecture in North America.
• Design and rollout of Workday compensation platform.
• Enhance Employee Value Proposition through innovative programs.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Analytical Skills

Business Acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Workday

Hay banding

PayScale surveys

Job description

What’s the job?

The Director, Compensation is a key member of the Saint-Gobain Total Rewards leadership team, reporting to the Vice President, Total Rewards. This position manages a team of six and oversees the strategy, plan design, communications, and administration of compensation programs for 19,000 employees across the US and Canada. The role provides operational and strategic leadership to HR and Business leaders in North America to ensure the Total Rewards package remains competitive, meets employee needs, and supports our Employee Value Proposition and core values of Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. The role requires a passion for delivering innovative, sustainable compensation programs that promote transparency and enhance employee engagement while achieving business objectives.

What will you do?

The Director, Compensation will collaborate with the Vice President of Total Rewards, the Director of Benefits and Well-being, and the global team in France to execute the Company’s Total Rewards strategy, including:

• Leading the implementation of the new Job Architecture in North America, aligning with the global structure and organizational goals.
• Advancing the Pay Transparency strategy to foster engagement and transparency.
• Leading the design and rollout of the new HCM and compensation platform, Workday, scheduled for spring 2026.
• Partnering with Internal Communications and Employee Experience teams to develop clear communication supporting the Employee Value Proposition.
• Enhancing the Employee Value Proposition Roadmap through innovative programs based on employee feedback, including a new recognition program.
• Managing due diligence and integration activities related to mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.
• Supporting labor relations strategies and union negotiations with relevant data.

What do you bring?

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 8-10 years in HR, benefits, or compensation.
• 5-7 years in strategic leadership roles.
• Proven success in designing variable pay plans, delivering results, prioritizing tasks, and communicating effectively across levels.
• Strong project and process management skills, with the ability to develop effective compensation plans aligned with business strategies.
• Deep knowledge of compensation surveys, benchmarking, executive and sales compensation, and relevant regulations such as FLSA, 409A, Pay Transparency, and Pay Equity.
• Excellent business acumen, analytical skills, communication skills, and executive presence.
• Ability to build partnerships and foster collaborative relationships, emphasizing the employee experience.
• Experience leveraging consultants and service providers to ensure competitive and employee-focused compensation programs.
• Focus on continuous improvement and strong project management skills.
• Experience with Workday compensation, Hay banding, PayScale surveys, and analytical tools is a plus.

What are our perks?

Saint-Gobain offers inclusive programs and resources to support physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being, allowing employees to choose benefits that suit their needs, including:

• Health and Well-being programs, insurance options, and wellness initiatives.
• Paid Time Off, parental leave, and retirement plans including 401(k) with company match and pension.
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and additional voluntary benefits.
• Other benefits such as commuter benefits, legal services, insurance discounts, back-up care, and employee discounts.

Our core values—Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration—are central to our culture. We promote diversity and inclusion, and our products aim to make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.

Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, supporting the hiring of veterans and individuals with disabilities.