Human Resources Business Partner - Total Rewards and HRIS Specialist

KEYENCE•Itasca, IL

28d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Human Resources Business Partner – Total Rewards & HRIS Specialist, you'll play a key role in administering KEYENCE's compensation programs, incentive payroll processes, and HRIS systems. You'll help reinforce our Pay for Performance philosophy by ensuring data accuracy, process excellence, compliance, and strategic HR support across the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field
3-5 years of experience in Human Resources, HRIS, Compensation, Performance Management, or a related discipline
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and maintain data integrity
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Knowledge of current employment laws and regulations

Nice To Haves

Experience with SuccessFactors Employee Central, ADP Workforce Now Payroll, or similar HRIS platforms
Experience supporting compensation, performance management, and HR operations
Experience optimizing HR processes in a high-growth environment
Familiarity with Power BI, Power Automate, SharePoint, and Excel macro creation
Experience with basic statistics and data analysis
Strong reporting, systems, and process improvement skills
Ability to adapt quickly and build structure in ambiguous situations

Responsibilities

Administer compensation programs, including salary planning, variable pay initiatives, and performance management processes
Manage HR transactions including payroll administration, promotions, transfers, restructuring, new hires, and separations
Maintain HRIS data integrity, reporting, compliance documentation, and organizational records
Analyze compensation trends and HR data to support competitive pay practices, employee engagement, and internal equity
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations, tax policies, and laws
Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, drive operational efficiency, and reduce organizational risk
Build strong partnerships with internal departments, senior leadership, and external vendors
Collaborate with HR team members across onboarding, employee relations, talent development, compensation, and HRIS functions
Lead and support multiple cross-functional projects while managing day-to-day HR responsibilities