Strategic Compensation Partner & Analytics Leader

Bzpp; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsung Electronics America seeks an experienced Compensation partner to act as a strategic business partner and subject matter expert for designated lines of business. You will guide pay decisions, conduct benchmarking, and ensure equitable compensation practices across the organization.

The role blends hands-on analytics with strategic consulting, leading annual compensation processes while fostering cross-functional relationships with HR and business leaders in Plano, TX.

Qualifications

• 6–10+ years of progressive compensation experience with at least 3 years in a consultative or business partner capacity.
• Deep knowledge of compensation principles, best practices, and regulatory requirements (FLSA, pay equity laws).
• Experience in sales compensation is strongly preferred.
• Proven expertise in job evaluation methodologies, market pricing techniques, and compensation benchmarking.
• Experience managing annual compensation processes (merit, bonus, equity) from planning through execution.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for diverse audiences.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Strong project management capabilities and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High degree of discretion, integrity, and ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary compensation consultant for assigned lines of business/divisions, building strong relationships with HR Business Partners, talent acquisition, and business leaders
• Provide guidance on base salary, incentive and sales compensation, job evaluations, offer negotiations, promotions, retention situations, and internal equity reviews
• Partner with stakeholders to translate business needs into compensation solutions that attract, retain, and motivate talent
• Identify trends, assess market positioning, and support strategic decision-making; advise on pay philosophy and equity
• Own offer analysis, conduct benchmarking reviews, perform internal equity analyses and pay equity reviews
• Ensure compensation decisions align with internal equity, external competitiveness, and budgetary parameters
• Perform market benchmarking and competitive analysis to inform compensation
• Lead or co-lead annual compensation cycles including merit increases, bonus programs, and equity refresh
• Manage end-to-end process execution including planning, communications, system configuration, data validation, approvals, and implementation
• Build and maintain compensation reports, dashboards, and analytics
• Educate and enable managers and HR partners on compensation policies and processes
• Develop communications and training materials to support compensation processes
• Create and maintain process documentation, playbooks, and reference materials

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Consultative skills

Project management

Discretion & integrity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business/Finance

Job description

Samsung Electronics America seeks an experienced Compensation partner to act as a strategic business partner and subject matter expert for designated lines of business. You will guide pay decisions, conduct benchmarking, and ensure equitable compensation practices across the organization.

The role blends hands-on analytics with strategic consulting, leading annual compensation processes while fostering cross-functional relationships with HR and business leaders in Plano, TX.