Senior Compensation Manager

Sandisk • Milpitas, CA

3d

About The Position

The Senior Compensation Manager is a strategic leader responsible for driving the design, implementation, and governance of global compensation programs that align with the organization’s business objectives and talent strategy. This role requires a seasoned professional with deep expertise in compensation strategy, financial modeling, and data analytics, who can influence senior leadership and guide decision-making across the enterprise. The ideal candidate will bring a strong analytical mindset, exceptional communication skills, and a collaborative approach to solving complex compensation challenges. This role will lead high-impact initiatives, manage cross-functional stakeholder relationships, and ensure our compensation practices are competitive, equitable, and aligned with our values and goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or CCP certification preferred.
• Proven experience in compensation strategy and program management, ideally in a global, matrixed organization.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• In-depth knowledge of compensation practices, trends, and relevant labor laws
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling; experience with compensation systems and survey platforms.
• Strong analytical and storytelling skills – able to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
• Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage and align senior stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of job evaluation methodologies, market pricing, and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise-wide compensation strategy and execution , including base pay, short- and long-term incentives, and equity programs, ensuring alignment with business priorities and market competitiveness.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to senior HR and business leaders on compensation matters, providing insights and recommendations that influence talent decisions and organizational outcomes.
• Design and oversee complex financial models to evaluate compensation scenarios, forecast cost impacts, and support executive-level decision-making.
• Own the governance and evolution of global compensation frameworks , including job architecture, salary structures, and incentive plan design.
• Drive the annual compensation planning cycle , including merit, bonus, and equity processes, partnering with HRIS, Finance, and Talent teams to ensure seamless execution and data integrity.
• Lead market benchmarking and survey participation , interpreting results to inform pay positioning and strategy across geographies and functions.
• Monitor and interpret global compensation trends , regulatory changes, and emerging practices to proactively adjust programs and ensure compliance.
• Develop and deliver compelling communication materials for leaders and employees to promote understanding and transparency of compensation programs.
• Mentor and guide compensation team members , fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Champion pay equity and transparency initiatives , leveraging data to identify gaps and drive actionable solutions.

Benefits

• paid vacation time
• paid sick leave
• medical/dental/vision insurance
• life, accident and disability insurance
• tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts
• employee assistance program
• other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity
• tuition reimbursement
• transit
• the Applause Program
• employee stock purchase plan
• the Sandisk's Savings 401(k) Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees