Manager, Total Rewards

Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc.; Hamel (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. is seeking a Manager, Total Rewards, to lead the administration and operational execution of compensation, benefits, and compliance programs. The successful candidate will manage a team and ensure effective delivery of Total Rewards services aligned with company values.

Responsibilities include oversight of compensation administration, managing vendor coordination, and supporting compliance activities. This role is critical in enhancing operational effectiveness and partnering with various departments within the organization.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing compensation and benefits programs.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and manage a team.
• Experience in compliance within the Total Rewards function.

Responsibilities

• Lead the administration of compensation and benefits programs.
• Manage and develop the Total Rewards team.
• Ensure consistent administration of Total Rewards programs.
• Oversee compliance-related activities and operational controls.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to execute Total Rewards initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Compensation administration

Benefits administration

Compliance management

Operational effectiveness

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Job Title: Manager, Total Rewards

FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Human Resources
Reports to: Director, Total Rewards

General Description / Purpose:

The Manager, Total Rewards is responsible for the leadership, administration, and operational execution of Loram's compensation, benefits, compliance, and Total Rewards programs. This role leads a team of Total Rewards professionals and ensures consistent delivery of programs, processes, controls, reporting, and employee support across the Total Rewards function. The position is responsible for the day-to-day management of Total Rewards operations, including compensation administration, benefits administration, compliance activities, workers' compensation and leave administration, and related operational processes. The role partners closely with Human Resources, Payroll, HRIS, Finance, and business leaders to support accurate, compliant, and effective program delivery. This position plays an integral role in maintaining the quality, consistency, and effectiveness of Total Rewards services in alignment with Loram's ICARE values.

Essential Job Functions:

• Lead the administration and execution of compensation, benefits, compliance, workers' compensation, leave administration, and Total Rewards operational programs.
• Manage and develop the Total Rewards team, including establishing priorities, allocating work, monitoring performance, and supporting professional development.
• Ensure consistent administration of compensation and benefits programs, policies, and procedures across the organization.
• Oversee compensation administration activities, including market pricing, job evaluations, salary administration, incentive administration, compensation cycles, and related reporting.
• Oversee benefits administration processes, vendor coordination, employee support activities, and ongoing program execution.
• Direct compliance-related activities within the Total Rewards function, including reporting requirements, audits, documentation, and operational controls.
• Establish and maintain operational controls, process documentation, and audit practices to support compliance, data integrity, and operational effectiveness.
• Monitor service delivery, workload distribution, and operational performance across the Total Rewards function and implement improvements as needed.
• Partner with Payroll, HRIS, HR Business Partners, Finance, Legal, and business leaders to ensure effective execution of Total Rewards programs and initiatives.
• Analyze operational issues, identify root causes, and implement process improvements to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and scalability.
• Support annual planning activities, program renewals, budgeting processes, and other Total Rewards initiatives.
• Prepare and maintain reports, analyses, and documentation related to Total Rewards programs and operational performance.