Manager, Total Rewards

Primient; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 121,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Healthcare plan options

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Life and AD&D insurance

Paid holidays & vacation

Floating days off

Parental leave

Learning & development programs

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Primient is seeking a seasoned Total Rewards leader to drive compensation and benefits strategy in a publicly traded environment. You will design salary structures, incentive plans, and health/retirement programs while benchmarking executive compensation against peers.

You will manage vendor partnerships, ensure regulatory compliance, and support senior leadership with analytics and governance. The role emphasizes data storytelling, team development, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Total Rewards concepts including pay range, market data, internal equity and pay philosophy.
• Executive compensation experience for publicly traded company preferred
• Exec Comp, FLSA, minimum wage, overtime, and pay transparency regulations
• Healthcare and retirement plan regulations

Responsibilities

• Lead compensation and benefits program design and administration.
• Oversee salary structures, incentive plans, and wellness programs.
• Manage vendor relations to ensure cost-effective offerings.
• Develop and maintain compensation and benefits policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws; prepare leadership reports.

Skills

Strategy deployment

Budgeting

Data analysis

Data storytelling

Project management

Program design

Program delivery management

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's/Master's degree in related field

Professional Certification(s) in Total Rewards (preferred)

Job description

About Primient

Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We’re investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we’re focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate.

About the Role

• Compensation & Benefits Strategic Analysis: Conduct market analysis to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities compensation and benefits programs, and develop strategies to align them with Primient’s goals to support talent acquisition and retention. Incorporate executive compensation benchmarking and peer group analysis within a publicly traded company context. Lead for investment and Benefits committee and support materials for executive compensation discussions as needed.
• Program Design and Administration: Oversee the design and administration of salary structures, incentive plans, health, wellness, retirement, and other employee benefit programs. Support executive compensation programs, including annual and long-term incentives, ensuring alignment with company performance and shareholder expectations.
• Vendor Management: Evaluate and negotiate with compensation and benefits vendors to ensure high-quality, cost-effective offerings.
• Policies/Guideline: Develop and maintain compensation and benefits policies and procedures. Train and educate HR and key stakeholders.
• Compliance and Reporting: Ensure all programs are compliant with federal, state, and local laws and regulations, conduct regular audits to ensure accuracy and compliance, and prepare reports to senior leadership on metrics and program effectiveness. Support compliance with public company requirements, including executive compensation disclosures and governance standards.
• Stakeholder Consultation and Communication: Provide guidance and support to HR business partners and managers on compensation and benefits matters.
• Leadership and Team Development: Lead and develop a team of compensation and benefits professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and professional development.

About You

Knowledge

• Key Total Rewards concepts (e.g., pay range, position in range, market data, internal equity, pay philosophy, benefits offerings)
• Total Rewards best practices (e.g., salary planning, job evaluation, bonus & equity administration, benchmarking, benefit plan offerings, etc.)
• Executive compensation experience for publicly traded company preferred
• Exec Comp, FLSA, minimum wage, over time, and pay transparency regulations
• Health care and retirement plan regulations

Skills

• Strategy deployment
• Budgeting
• Data analysis
• Data storytelling
• Project management
• Program design
• Program delivery management
• Relationship building

Mindsets

• Data-driven approach
• Analytical method
• Continuous improvement approach
• Managerial courage

Required and Preferred Education/Certification

• Professional Certification(s) in Total Rewards (preferred), such as: Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), Certified Benefits Professional (CBP), or other relevant certifications offered by organizations specializing in Total Rewards
• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in related field (required)

Required and Preferred Work Experience

• 5+ years' progressive experience in Total Rewards, or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training (required).
• Executive Compensation experience at publicly traded company (preferred)
• 2 years management experience (preferred)

The annual pay range estimated for this position is $120,878.40 - $151,098.00 and is bonus eligible.

Please note that while this range reflects the full spectrum of compensation available for this role, individual compensation will be determined based on several factors including your experience, skills, and alignment with the role's responsibilities. During the interview process there will be an opportunity to discuss how your background fits into the pay range. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• Competitive Pay
• Multiple Healthcare plan choices
• Dental and vision insurance
• A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans
• Paid holidays & vacation
• Floating days off
• Parental leave for new parents
• Employee resource groups
• Learning & development programs
• Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future

Career Path & Culture

Primient is committed to a workplace that is all in – ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

We are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow,

Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.

California Consumer Privacy Act ('CCPA')

The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.