Director, Investor Relations

Compass Minerals; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Bonus opportunities for eligible positions

Job summary

Compass Minerals is seeking a Director of Investor Relations to join our Overland Park, KS team. In this strategic role, you will lead the investor relations strategy, communicate company performance and engage with the investment community, fostering long-term shareholder value.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance, a bachelor's degree, and 5–8 years of relevant experience. We offer competitive compensation, benefits starting Day 1, and occasional travel for investor meetings.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in Investor Relations, FP&A, or corporate finance with a publicly traded company.
• Strong knowledge of SEC reporting and public company disclosure requirements.
• Ability to travel up to 10% for investor meetings, conferences, and company events.

Responsibilities

• Lead the company's investor relations strategy and communicate financial performance.
• Manage quarterly call logistics and prepare earnings materials.
• Field inbound inquiries and support public disclosures.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field

Tools

Workiva

S&P Capital IQ

Job description

Explore the Potential of Being Part of Something Clearly Essential

Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP) is a leading global provider of essential minerals focused on safely delivering where and when it matters to help solve nature’s challenges for customers and communities. The company’s salt products help keep roadways safe during winter weather and are used in numerous other consumer, industrial, chemical and agricultural applications. Its plant nutrition products help improve the quality and yield of crops while supporting sustainable agriculture. Compass Minerals operates 11 production and packaging facilities with more than 1,800 employees throughout the U.S., Canada and the U.K. Visit compassminerals.com for more information about the company and its products.

We are seeking a Director of Investor Relations to join our team in Overland Park, KS. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this strategic leadership role serves as the primary liaison between Compass Minerals and the investment community. The ideal candidate will lead the company's investor relations strategy, communicate financial and operational performance, and help shape the external narrative that supports long‑term shareholder value.

Why Join Compass Minerals?

We Offer a Competitive Compensation And Benefits Package, Including:

• Benefits starting Day 1
• 11 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
• Competitive PTO Package
• 1 week sick time (subject to applicable state and local laws)
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Education Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Bonus opportunities for eligible positions
• Relocation assistance provided for qualified candidates

Key Responsibilities

Earnings Cycle

• Manage all components, including the press release, call script, investor presentation, and Q&A preparation.
• Collaborate with FP&A and Accounting on the financial narrative and coordinate with Legal on disclosures.
• Responsible for quarterly call logistics—from the webcast platform through post‑call analyst follow‑up.

Investor and Analyst Relations/Engagement

• Develop and execute the company’s investor relations strategy aligned with long‑term business goals.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for analysts, sell‑side and institutional investors, as well as lead the planning and execution of investor site visits and analyst days.
• Field inbound inquiries, manage conferences and investor roadshows, support public disclosures and proactively conduct outreach to expand shareholder base.
• Communicate financial performance, operational results and strategic priorities clearly and consistently.
• Prepare earnings materials, investor presentations, annual reports and conference messaging.
• Monitor market sentiment, analyst coverage and peer performance within the mining sector.

Market Intelligence

• Track consensus estimates and monitor analyst models for misperceptions.
• Prepare shareholder composition reporting, peer company analysis and forward recommendations.

Disclosure and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with regulatory disclosure requirements.
• Partner with Legal and Accounting on external disclosures, including SEC filings and proxy materials.
• Responsible for maintaining current content on the IR section of the company website as well as managing vendor relationships (e.g., webcast platform and stock surveillance service).

Internal Partnership

• Collaborate with the commercial team to understand salt and sulfate of potash (SOP) markets and stay current on production performance.
• Work with CFO and CEO to ensure external narrative accurately reflects the business.
• Manage rating agency interactions.
• Periodic site visits to mining operations.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• 5–8 years of experience in Investor Relations, FP&A, or corporate finance with a publicly traded company
• Strong knowledge of SEC reporting and public company disclosure requirements
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship management skills
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate financial and operational results into compelling investor messaging
• Ability to travel up to 10% for investor meetings, conferences, and company events

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA, CFA, or other advanced degree
• Experience in mining, manufacturing, industrial, or natural resources industries
• Background in FP&A or Controllership
• Experience with Workiva, S&P Capital IQ (CapIQ), or other investor relations platforms
• NIRI membership or Investor Relations Charter (IRC) designation

Physical Requirements

This position is primarily office‑based and requires regular use of computers and standard office equipment. Occasional travel is required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Compass Minerals is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. The company is firmly committed to making all employment‑related decisions without regard to race, ancestry, ethnicity, color, religious creed or belief, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy and breastfeeding), age, military or veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by law. To request reasonable accommodations, email [e-mail] or call 913‑344‑9200. Learn more about equal employment opportunity laws at dol.gov.