Strategic Incentive Compensation Lead

Galderma; California; On-site; USD 129,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Galderma seeks a Manager of Incentive Compensation in Orange County, CA to lead design and administration of incentive plans for US Market units. You will collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Finance, HR, and Legal to build motivating, fiscally responsible plans, ensure accurate communication, and manage monthly accruals while maintaining compliance.

The role requires 4+ years in Commercial Operations, advanced Excel, and experience with data visualization tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative or business-related field is required.
• 4+ years of Commercial Operations progressive experience in a corporate environment is required.
• Direct pharmaceutical manufacturer and/or pharmaceutical consultant/vendor experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of specialty pharma markets (dermatology) preferred.
• Ability to simplify complex content to ensure key messages are effectively delivered to customer stakeholders.
• Experience with Incentive Compensation domain and ability to operate in a complex, changing environment.
• Proven ability to work in a matrix environment without direct authority.
• Advanced Excel skills (lookup functions, pivot tables, macros, data management).
• Experience with data querying and data visualization tools (PowerBI, Tableau).
• Ability to build relationships with internal leaders to achieve consensus and negotiate challenges.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical skills with high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Track record of scalable process improvements.
• Travel up to 10% for regional/national meetings.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and ongoing administration of sales incentive compensation plans.
• Identify process improvements, automation, and data enhancements.
• Anticipate stakeholder needs and market trends.
• Identify opportunities to enhance competitive advantage through incentive strategies.
• Analyze compensation plan changes and collaborate with sales leadership.
• Communicate plan designs accurately to maximize engagement.
• Develop monthly accrual forecasts aligned with budgets.
• Perform roster maintenance, PO generation, payroll file management, and plan support.
• Maintain a quarterly IC calendar and ensure timely deliverables.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative or business-related field

Tools

PowerBI

Tableau

Job description

Galderma seeks a Manager of Incentive Compensation in Orange County, CA to lead design and administration of incentive plans for US Market units. You will collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Finance, HR, and Legal to build motivating, fiscally responsible plans, ensure accurate communication, and manage monthly accruals while maintaining compliance.

The role requires 4+ years in Commercial Operations, advanced Excel, and experience with data visualization tools.