Compensation Manager

About Us

HAVI is a global, privately owned company that connects people with ideas, data with insights, supply with demand, restaurants with deliveries, and ultimately, people with the products they love. Whether sourcing, storing, or delivering products, we bring unmatched category expertise and unrivaled operational excellence combined with powerful digital analytics and insights. Founded in 1974, HAVI employs over 10,000 people and serves customers in more than 100 countries. HAVI’s business units include

Supply Chain, tms, and Stanley 1913. Our portfolio of businesses offers best-in-class sourcing and supply chain capabilities, brand-defining marketing and promotion services, and innovative consumer products.
 
 

Why Work Here?
At HAVI, we are proud to make moments that matter every day for our People and our Customers.  We do this through living the HAVI values:

• Do What’s Right
• Respect and Value All
• Think Big Together
• Elevate our Customers and our People

 
Recognizing we have a responsibility to act and an opportunity to inspire a better future for people, the community, and the planet, social and environmental responsibility is at the heart of everything we do.   You’ll hear us refer to our “Better Future Blueprint” and see us driving responsible operations and advancing sustainable solutions. 

Whether we’re running a beach clean-up, exploring hidden stories from under-represented voices, or helping our very own colleagues through times of crisis, you’ll see our amazing people bring these values to life every day. 

We support our people with competitive pay, benefits, and flexibility, and strongly emphasize a growth mindset for achieving personal and career growth while at HAVI.

WHY WE THINK YOU WILL LOVE THIS ROLE

As Havi’s Compensation Manager, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing Havi’s compensation programs throughout the entire enterprise. Your primary goal is to ensure our compensation practices are competitive, equitable, and aligned with the company’s overall business strategy. You will collaborate with HR, finance, and leadership teams to develop and maintain a compensation structure that supports organizational goals, attracts top talent, and retains high-performing employees. 

Food for thought to perhaps make it a bit more eye catching/interesting: 

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for creating compelling compensation programs? Join our dynamic team as the Manager of Compensation and be at the forefront of designing and implementing compensation strategies that attract, retain, and motivate top talent. 

In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise to drive competitive and equitable compensation practices, ensuring alignment with our organizational goals and market trends. You will collaborate with HR, Finance and senior leadership to shape compensation policies, manage salary structures, and develop innovative incentive programs that foster a high-performance culture. 

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ORGANIZATION

Compensation Strategy and Design: 

• Develop and implement compensation strategies that support the company's business objectives and ensure internal equity and external competitiveness. 
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to ensure competitive compensation practices. 
• Design and administer base salary structures, bonus plans, and other incentive programs. 

Compensation Analysis and Administration: 

• Perform regular compensation analyses to ensure alignment with market trends and organizational goals. 
• Evaluate job descriptions and make recommendations for salary ranges based on job evaluations and market data. 
• Manage the annual compensation review process, including salary adjustments, promotions, and equity grants. 

Compliance and Reporting: 

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local compensation laws and regulations. 
• Prepare and analyze compensation reports, metrics, and dashboards for internal and external stakeholders. 
• Conduct audits and ensure accurate documentation of compensation-related processes and practices. 

Collaboration and Communication: 

• Partner with HR business partners and managers to address compensation-related inquiries and provide guidance on compensation decisions. 
• Develop and deliver compensation-related training for HR teams and managers. 
• Communicate compensation policies and programs clearly and effectively to employees. 

Project Management: 

• Lead or participate in special projects related to compensation, including mergers and acquisitions, compensation restructuring, or system implementations. 
• Lead the annual compensation administration process.  

Continuous Improvement: 

• Stay informed of industry trends, best practices, and emerging compensation strategies. 
• Recommend and implement improvements to compensation programs and processes based on feedback and market changes. 

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE WE WOULD LIKE YOU TO HAVE

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field. Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CCP) preferred. 
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in compensation management or related HR roles, with a proven track record in compensation design and administration. 
• Strong knowledge of compensation laws, regulations, and best practices. 
• Proficiency in compensation management software and tools (e.g., compensation analysis, benchmarking tools). 
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders. 
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills. 

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