Senior Compensation Manager

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

If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub. Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING

As the Senior Manager, Compensation, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping compensation programs that support Smithfield Foods' ability to attract, retain, and reward top talent. Leading the Compensation Team, you'll oversee key areas including market pricing, job evaluations, salary structures, compensation analytics, and annual compensation planning. In this highly visible role, you'll partner closely with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, Finance, and business leaders to deliver data-driven insights and compensation solutions that support both talent and business objectives. Beyond managing core compensation programs, you'll help drive the evolution of the company's compensation strategy by identifying opportunities to enhance processes, ensure market competitiveness, and promote equitable pay practices across the organization. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and analytical leader who enjoys solving complex challenges, influencing decisions, developing talent, and making a meaningful impact on both the employee experience and organizational success.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Compensation Programs & Administration: You’ll play a key role in shaping compensation programs that attract, retain, and reward top talent. You'll oversee compensation policies, salary structures, and job evaluations while supporting annual merit planning, incentive programs, and market reviews. Through thoughtful analysis and internal equity reviews, you'll help ensure pay practices remain fair, competitive, and aligned with business goals.
• Market Analysis & Benchmarking: Serve as a trusted advisor on compensation competitiveness by leading market pricing activities and analyzing compensation trends. You'll leverage salary survey data and labor market insights to provide recommendations that help the organization attract and retain exceptional talent while maintaining a strong market position.
• Compliance & Governance: Help ensure compensation programs are compliant, effective, and aligned with evolving regulations. You'll support audits, reporting requirements, and governance processes while staying informed on emerging compensation trends and recommending enhancements that strengthen program effectiveness.
• Business Partnership: Partner closely with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and business leaders to provide expert compensation guidance on offers, promotions, reorganizations, and pay decisions. Your insights will help drive consistent compensation practices and support talent strategies across the organization.
• Analytics & Reporting: Turn data into actionable insights by developing reports, dashboards, and analyses that inform key compensation decisions. You'll identify trends, risks, and opportunities while using analytics to improve processes, enhance program effectiveness, and support strategic workforce decisions.
• Leadership & Team Development: Lead and develop a team of Compensation Analysts, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. You'll mentor team members, encourage professional growth, and ensure the compensation function delivers exceptional value and service to the organization.

WHAT WE’RE SEEKING

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 8+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and 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.

The expected pay range for this position is $115,000 - $150,000 annually.

Smithfield Foods provides pay ranges that reflect its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the company reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of hire. Individual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, location of the position, the candidate’s qualifications and experience, internal equity, external market pay for comparable positions and budget considerations. At Smithfield Foods, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive total rewards package. Learn more about our benefits package here.

Relocation Package Available Yes

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.

At Smithfield, good food starts with good people. “Good food. Responsibly.®” is more than just our tagline; it’s what we do. We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities.

Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers. Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more. Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Through LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on‑demand courses, professional certificates, and skill‑based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs. Our partnership with Guild supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high‑potential talent. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.

Headquartered inSmithfield, Virginia,since 1936,Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com and connect with us on Facebook, X, formerly known as Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram.