Senior Director, Total Rewards

Samsung Electronics America; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsung Electronics America, Inc. seeks a senior Total Rewards leader to oversee compensation, benefits, and executive compensation strategy across the organization.

You will drive data-driven programs, collaborate with executive leadership, and ensure programs meet regulatory requirements while delivering value to the business. The role emphasizes strategic design, vendor oversight, and governance of incentive cycles, with opportunities to influence nationwide compensation practices and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in HR, Business Analytics, Finance, Economics or Mathematics.
• 16+ years of relevant experience with progression in leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of compensation, benefits and executive compensation.
• Experience ensuring compliance with government regulations and market trends.
• Ability to develop executive compensation and benefits programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all verticals of the Total Rewards organization including regional and local benefits administration, compensation, bonus and incentive programs, and culture.
• Design, execute and measure compensation and benefits strategy including executive compensation.
• Gather and analyze internal and external data to identify competitive differentiation opportunities.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to develop executive compensation and benefit programs.
• Prepare annual executive compensation and benefits proposals for Compensation Committee approval.
• Promote proactive benefits and compensation strategies and communicate insights to executives.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Data visualization

Excellent communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HR, Business Analytics, Finance, Economics or Mathematics

Tools

Workday

Advanced MS Excel

Technical Communication

Job description

Position Summary

Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SEA), the U.S. Sales and Marketing subsidiary, is a leader in mobile technologies, consumer electronics, home appliances, enterprise solutions and networks systems. For more than four decades, Samsung has driven innovation, economic growth and workforce opportunity across the United States—investing over $100 billion and employing more than 20,000 people nationwide. By integrating our large portfolio of products, services and AI technology, we’re creating smarter, sustainable and more connected experiences that empower people to live better. SEA is a wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Role And Responsibilities

• The role of is responsible for and has direct oversight of each vertical of our Total Rewards organization which includes; Regional and Local Benefit Administration, Compensation, Bonus & Incentive Programs, and Culture
• Design, execute and measure Samsung Electronics America’s compensation & benefits strategy including the development and delivery of progressive and strategic compensation solutions, including executive compensation
• Gather, analyze and leverage internal data and external/competitive insights to identify opportunities for competitive differentiation
• Work closely with the VP Community, CHRO, CEO, General Counsel, CFO and other key stakeholders to develop executive compensation and benefit programs
• Prepares annual, executive compensation and benefits proposals for review and alignment from the Samsung Electronics America Compensation Committee approval
• Promote proactive benefits and compensation strategies and drive understanding of practices across the executive/manager and employee base, establish key initiatives, and communicate insights & recommendations to Executive Leadership that enhance current offerings and/or best manage cost
• Establish mechanisms to measure, track, and report on compensation and benefits metrics (both direct/in-house and via the partnerships with vendors); develop and enable the capabilities of the executive and leadership team to consistently and effectively deliver the Samsung total compensation offering and value proposition
• Direct oversight to both regional and local employee benefits program includes 401(k) and nonqualified deferred compensation plans, leave policies, wellness program, and insurance policies such as health, life, and disability
• Select benefits vendors and oversee the enrollment, renewal, and distribution processes for the organization
• Ensures successful execution of quarterly and semi-annual incentive cycles, annual performance management cycle and related processes and projects related to the Management by Objective (MBO) Plan, which is SEA’s short term incentive program
• Responsibility for ensuring adherence to and monitoring government regulations and market trends to ensure programs are legal, current, and competitive
• Bachelor's Degree in related field, Human Resources, Business Analytics, Finance, Economics, Mathematics preferred
• 16+ years of relevant experience, showing progression in role and leadership over time

Preferred Qualifications

• Clear functional understanding of core HR business practices, processes, and terminology (HRIS, compensation, recruiting, performance management) and the ability to develop solutions to address business problems and requirements
• Global Business Acumen, understand the complexity of business on a global scale. Embrace cultural and individual differences with empathy. Work with the nuances of specific local cultures to make informed decisions
• Strategic and Analytical Capability, ability to think globally, strategically, and objectively. Effectively translates data into actionable insights, strategies and financial plans
• Leading Teams, attracts, develops and motives the talent needed for current and future business requirements
• Articulates an inspiring vision for the future, establishes high performance expectations and sets example through own behavior
• Leadership experience, able to motivate and engage a high performing team
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Able to tell a story by looking at data and using data visualization
• Excellent project management and problem-solving skills
• Manages time effectively and adapts easily to shifting priorities
• Collaborative, recognizing when and how to build consensus around an idea
• Certified Compensation Professional preferred
• Compensation consulting background a plus
• Technical skills useful for the job: Workday, Advanced MS Excel, Technical Communication

Work Environment

• Minimal and occasional travel may be required (~15%)

Life @ Samsung - https://www.samsung.com/us/careers/life-at-samsung/

Benefits @ Samsung - https://www.samsung.com/us/careers/benefits/

Regular full-time employees (salaried or hourly) have access to benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Employee Purchase Program, Tuition Assistance (after 12 months), Paid Time Off, Student Loan Program (after 12 months), Wellness Incentives, and many more. In addition, regular full-time employees (salaried or hourly) are eligible for MBO bonus compensation, based on company, division, and individual performance.

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At Samsung, we believe that innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We aim to create a global team where everyone belongs and has equal opportunities, inspiring our talent to be their true selves. Together, we are building a better tomorrow for our customers, partners, and communities.

Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to employing a diverse workforce, and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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