Sr. Compensation Analyst

Bass Pro Shops; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on retail merchandise

Discounts on restaurants and resorts

Bass Pro Cares Fund

Job summary

Bass Pro Shops is seeking a Senior Compensation Analyst to design, analyze, and administer compensation programs that support our talent strategy. You will partner with HR, Finance, and business leaders to deliver market-informed solutions and ensure equity and compliance.

You will lead compensation projects, mentor junior staff, and drive continuous process improvements while staying current on trends and regulation affecting compensation practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Data Analysis, HR or related field.
• CCP certification or progress toward it is preferred.
• 3–4 years of compensation experience; retail experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and administer compensation programs and policies.
• Conduct complex market pricing analyses using surveys and data.
• Maintain salary structures, pay grades, and geographic differentials.
• Advise HR Business Partners on offers, promotions, and market adjustments.
• Lead annual compensation planning, merit increases, and incentives.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Skills

Compensation design

Market analysis

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Mentoring

Executive communication

Excel

Workday

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance / Data Analysis / HR

CCP or pursuit preferred

Tools

Workday

MarketPay / Payscale

Excel

Microsoft Access

Job description

Sr. Compensation Analyst### Sr. Compensation AnalystApply: Springfield, MO (Bass Pro Shops Base Camp): Full time: Posted Today: End Date: December 30, 2026 (30+ days left to apply): R271019**POSITION SUMMARY:**The Senior Compensation Analyst is responsible for designing, analyzing, and administering compensation programs that support the Company’s talent strategy while ensuring market competitiveness, internal equity, regulatory compliance, and fiscal responsibility. This role serves as a subject matter expert on compensation, partnering with the Compensation Manager, Human Resources Business Partners, Finance Leadership, and other business leaders to develop strategic compensation solutions, conduct complex market analyses, and provide data-driven recommendations that attract, retain, and reward talent. The Senior Compensation Analyst also leads compensation projects, mentors junior team members, and drives continuous improvement in compensation processes and programs.****ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:***** Partner with the Compensation Manager to design, implement, and administrate compensation programs, policies, and practices that align with company objectives.* Conduct complex market pricing analyses using multiple salary surveys and external labor market data to evaluate the competitiveness of the compensation structure* Maintain salary structures, pay grades, and geographic differentials.* Evaluate new and existing positions/job profiles to ensure accurate job classification, internal equity, and market alignment.* Serve as a compensation consultant to HR Business Partners on compensation decisions, including hiring offers, promotions, transfers, retention requests, and market analyses.* Lead the annual compensation planning process, including merit increases, market adjustments, and incentives.* Analyze compensation trends and workforce data to identify risks, while recommending strategic improvements to the Compensation Manager.* Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local compensation regulations, including wage and hour laws, pay transparency requirements, and equal pay legislation.* Participate in compensation surveys, evaluate survey methodologies, and recommend appropriate benchmarking strategies.* Partner with HRIS and Finance to maintain compensation data integrity and improve reporting capabilities.* Develop compensation policies, procedures, and governance documentation.* Mentor and provide technical guidance to Compensation Analyst, Compensation Coordinator and other HR stakeholders.* Stay current on compensation trends, best practices, legislation, and industry developments to recommend program enhancements.* ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED****EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:***** Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Data Analysis, Human Resources or a related field.* Certificate(s) or License(s): Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or attainment toward is desired.* Experience: 3-4 years of Compensation experience; Retail industry experience a plus.****KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:***** Demonstrated knowledge of broad-based compensation and incentive programs, policies and practices.* Demonstrated analytical thinking skills with the ability to exercise sound judgment, attention to detail and problem resolution.* Strong data analysis skills using both qualitative and quantitative data. Ability to analyze complex problems and devise viable solutions. Ability to synthesis information in presentation format to Executive Management.* Strong project management and organizational skills with attention to detail is required.* Considerable knowledge and skills in job analysis, job evaluation, market analysis and survey participation.* Knowledge of labor markets and trends affecting grades/ranges and other aspects of compensation.* Critical HR Competencies including strong process management skills.* Strong skills in the design and delivery of compensation training materials.* Knowledge and experience interpreting regulatory requirements and relevant federal and state laws/regulations.* Ability to partner with others and have demonstrated influencing and negotiation skills at all levels of management.* Exemplary verbal and written communication skills.* Possess excellent time management skills, ability to juggle multiple tasks, agility to adapt to shifting/multiple priorities and deadlines, and manipulate large data sets while maintaining data integrity.* Proven ability to maintain confidentiality.* Ability to mentor junior staff members.* Excellent computer skills, specifically with spreadsheets such as Excel and presentation software. Microsoft Access is a plus. Workday experience preferred. PayScale’s MarketPay experience or other market pricing software is preferred.****TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:***** Up to 10%**Full Time Benefits Summary:** Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!* Medical* Dental* Vision* Health Savings Account* Flexible Spending Account* Voluntary benefits* 401k Retirement Savings* Paid holidays* Paid vacation* Paid sick time* Bass Pro Cares Fund* And more!**We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis.** Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. *Reasonable Accommodations*Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at [e-mail].