Compensation Manager

Ergon•Flowood, MS

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Ergon Inc. seeks a full-time Compensation Manager professional to join our Human Resources team in Flowood, MS. The Compensation professional will lead the development and administration of compensation programs across Ergon's diverse business units. This role will ensure our pay practices are competitive, equitable, and aligned with our business goals, while supporting employee engagement and performance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related field (Master's or CCP preferred).
5+ years of experience in compensation, preferably in a mid-to-large-sized organization.
Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel proficiency.
Experience with systems implementation.
Experience with compensation survey tools.
Experience with HRIS systems. (SAP preferred)
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to explain complex compensation policies to employees and leadership.
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.

Nice To Haves

Master's or CCP preferred

Responsibilities

Design and manage compensation structures, salary ranges, and short- and long-term incentive programs.
Developing and implementing pay structures (minimum, midpoint, maximum) for all roles.
Lead annual compensation planning cycles, including merit increases, bonuses, and promotions.
Conduct market benchmarking, utilize survey data, and analytics to ensure competitive pay rates.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, including wage-and-hour laws and FLSA requirements.
Build and foster relationships with business leaders and decision makers through consultative support and provide guidance on compensation decisions.
Maintain compensation systems and reporting tools to support data-driven insights.
Partner with Talent Acquisition to ensure competitive and equitable offers.
Evaluate job descriptions to determine fair pay levels based on responsibilities and required education.