Compensation Specialist

SanMar- External • Issaquah, WA

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Compensation Specialist assists in the review and administration of SanMar's compensation program. The position identifies compensation policy and practice opportunities which may make a positive difference to the business and the employee experience, and makes recommendations for change to the Director, Compensation & Benefits.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of experience in Compensation, HR Reporting and Analytics, or related work, or equivalent education
• Exposure to compensation practices, terminology and structures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in the use of HRIS and Excel software applications; PowerBI experience preferred.
• Excellent research skills and great attention to detail.
• Must be able to prepare accurate reports and presentations independently and present ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Familiarity with FLSA compliance guidelines.
• General understanding and knowledge of wage and hour laws and compensation practices, including state equity pay regulations.
• Excellent organizational skills, to include the ability to prioritize projects and meet established or anticipated deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as the ability to interact with individuals internal and external to the organization in an effective, courteous, and productive manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all work performed
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently in the completion of assigned tasks

Nice To Haves

• PowerBI experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintain job description library, drafting and updating job descriptions, evaluating jobs, and determining their classification.
• Complete research and analysis to ensure pay plans and ranges remain competitive; make recommendations for adjustments and compensation program enhancements.
• Support the administration of the annual merit and bonus process including managing data, reviewing changes, and providing logistical support and compensation guidance to HR and managers.
• Provide support for HR partners by supplying appropriate pay grades, ranges and pay data for new positions, new hires, promotions, etc.
• Assist in resolution of routine compensation concerns and respond to issues and questions from managers and employees.
• Help prepare salary survey submissions, market assessments and associated analysis.
• In conjunction with the Compensation and HRIS team, support development and maintenance of compensation data, tables and overall set-up in all HRIS systems.
• Track market trends; generate reports and assist in the development of recommendations and action plans designed to attract, retain, and reward employees.
• Support the audit of pay practices to ensure compliance with policies, guidelines, and wage and hour laws; conduct FLSA assessments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k plan and matches $1 for $1 up to 4% of earnings, matched & vested at every pay cycle
• Life insurance
• Short/long-term disability coverage
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Pet insurance
• Annual discretionary bonus up to 10% of base salary
• Accrue paid time off on a weekly basis based on hours worked up to 112 hours per year to start
• 8 paid holidays
• 1 paid family day off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed