Senior Compensation Manager

Smithfield Foods•Smithfield, VA

11h

About The Position

As the Senior Manager, Compensation, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping compensation programs that support Smithfield Foods' ability to attract, retain, and reward top talent. Leading the Compensation Team, you'll oversee key areas including market pricing, job evaluations, salary structures, compensation analytics, and annual compensation planning. In this highly visible role, you'll partner closely with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, Finance, and business leaders to deliver data-driven insights and compensation solutions that support both talent and business objectives. Beyond managing core compensation programs, you'll help drive the evolution of the company's compensation strategy by identifying opportunities to enhance processes, ensure market competitiveness, and promote equitable pay practices across the organization. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and analytical leader who enjoys solving complex challenges, influencing decisions, developing talent, and making a meaningful impact on both the employee experience and organizational success.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 8+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2+ years of people leadership experience with responsibility for coaching, development, and performance management.
Strong knowledge of compensation principles, market pricing, salary structures, incentive programs, and regulatory requirements.
Experience supporting annual compensation planning processes and compensation governance.
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize large data sets into actionable insights.
Strong business partnership and consultative skills.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive compensation information.
Proficiency with HRIS systems, compensation tools, and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

Oversee compensation policies, salary structures, and job evaluations while supporting annual merit planning, incentive programs, and market reviews.
Serve as a trusted advisor on compensation competitiveness by leading market pricing activities and analyzing compensation trends.
Help ensure compensation programs are compliant, effective, and aligned with evolving regulations.
Partner closely with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and business leaders to provide expert compensation guidance on offers, promotions, reorganizations, and pay decisions.
Develop reports, dashboards, and analyses that inform key compensation decisions.
Lead and develop a team of Compensation Analysts, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.