Senior Compensation Leader: Strategy & Analytics

Smithfield Support Services Corp; Smithfield (VA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Senior Manager, Compensation. You will lead the Compensation Team, shape market pricing, job evaluations, salary structures, and analytics.

You’ll partner with HR, Finance, and business leaders to deliver data-driven compensation solutions and drive equitable pay practices across the organization. The role emphasizes strategic leadership, governance, and ongoing process improvement, with a focus on attracting and retaining top talent globally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 8+ years of relevant experience.
• 2+ years of people leadership experience with responsibility for coaching, development, and performance management.
• Strong knowledge of compensation principles, market pricing, salary structures, incentive programs, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience supporting annual compensation planning processes and compensation governance.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize large data sets into actionable insights.
• Strong business partnership and consultative skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive compensation information.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems, compensation tools, and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Compensation Programs & Administration: shape compensation programs that attract, retain, and reward top talent.
• Market Analysis & Benchmarking: lead market pricing activities and analyze compensation trends.
• Compliance & Governance: ensure programs are compliant and aligned with regulations.
• Business Partnership: provide expert compensation guidance to HR Partners and leaders.
• Analytics & Reporting: develop reports, dashboards, and analyses to inform decisions.
• Leadership & Team Development: lead and develop a team of Compensation Analysts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Business partnership

Confidentiality

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Senior Manager, Compensation. You will lead the Compensation Team, shape market pricing, job evaluations, salary structures, and analytics.

You’ll partner with HR, Finance, and business leaders to deliver data-driven compensation solutions and drive equitable pay practices across the organization. The role emphasizes strategic leadership, governance, and ongoing process improvement, with a focus on attracting and retaining top talent globally.