Manager, Incentive Compensation Programs

American Red Cross; South Carolina; Remote; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a creative Manager for Incentive Compensation Programs to lead the design and implementation of incentive strategies across various business units. This fully remote position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse team, providing strategic leadership and consultation to enhance organizational goals. With a focus on market trends and compensation data, you will play a pivotal role in optimizing incentive plans while managing a talented team. Join a mission-driven organization that values your contributions and supports your career growth in a meaningful way.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid time off starting at 19 days/year

401(k) with up to 6% match

Paid family leave

Employee assistance programs

Disability insurance

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of compensation experience focused on incentive programs.
• At least 3 years of people management experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement incentive programs aligned with business initiatives.
• Lead a remote team focusing on incentive analysis and recommendations.

Skills

Compensation Analysis

Stakeholder Engagement

Research Skills

Presentation Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or HR

Tools

Microsoft Office

Workday

Market Pay

Job description

Manager, Incentive Compensation Programs

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Job Description

Why Choose Us?

Joining The American Red Cross is a unique experience—you become a vital part of the world’s largest humanitarian network. You’ll work with welcoming, exceptional individuals in a diverse, unified environment. Your career will grow within a movement that measures success in lives helped, communities restored, and individuals empowered to make a difference.

As a force for good, you'll have mentors supporting your growth along a meaningful career path. Your work aligns with a mission bigger than us all. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, and a community that respects your life outside of work.

What You Need To Know About The Job

The American Red Cross seeks a creative Manager, Incentive Compensation Programs to evaluate, design, and develop incentive programs across various businesses and levels. This role provides strategic leadership and consultation to senior leaders, HR, and cross-functional teams to craft incentive programs aligned with our mission and priorities. The position involves strategic influence, project leadership, and tactical execution.

The work location is fully remote. The selected candidate will work from anywhere in the U.S., preferably on East or Central time zones.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a thought leader on incentive program design and implementation, aligning with best practices and business initiatives.
• Analyze market trends and compensation data to optimize incentive plans supporting organizational strategy.
• Lead a remote team including a Sr. Analyst and Consultant, focusing on incentive analysis and recommendations.
• Collaborate with various teams and stakeholders to design, communicate, and implement incentive programs.
• Explore system automation for tracking, reporting, and communication to streamline processes.

This role involves managing people, interpreting policies, and overseeing processes affecting subordinate units.

Qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. as the organization does not sponsor visas.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, HR, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of compensation experience with a focus on incentive programs.
• At least 3 years of people management experience.
• Experience designing programs aligned with organizational goals and market data.
• Strong research, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Workday, and Market Pay.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing incentive programs in non-profit settings.

Pay Range

Starting at $120K–$140K annually. No annual bonus is offered.

Salaries are location-specific, based on skills, experience, and internal comparisons. Salary details will be discussed during the phone screening.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Accounts
• Paid time off starting at 19 days/year
• 11 paid holidays
• 401(k) with up to 6% match
• Paid family leave, employee assistance, disability insurance, and recognition programs

Apply now and make your career a force for good! The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of gender, race, religion, or other protected characteristics.