Compensation Manager II

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Job Title: Compensation Manager II
Location: Denver, CO, USA

Company: Wilbur-Ellis Company
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: Investing in You, join a 100-year-old, family-owned leader in Ag - and grow with us!

Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

"We know the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don't hesitate to apply - we'd love to hear from you."

We are seeking a highly analytical and strategic Manager, Compensation II to join our People & Culture team. This role will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and optimizing compensation programs that align with our business objectives and talent strategy. As a working manager, this individual will balance hands-on data analytics with leadership responsibilities, ensuring compensation programs are market-competitive, compliant, and effectively communicated.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in data analytics, sales and long-term incentive programs, and compensation strategy. They will be highly organized, adept at managing multiple priorities, and capable of preparing executive and board-level materials. This role is remote, with a preference for Denver-based candidates, and may require occasional in-office presence.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and execute compensation programs, including base pay, short-term incentives, sales incentives, and long-term incentive plans.
Provide deep data analytics and insights to inform compensation strategy and decision-making.
Develop and prepare board-level materials related to compensation strategy, incentive plans, and compensation trends.
Partner with People & Culture and business leaders to design competitive, scalable compensation solutions that support talent acquisition, retention, and business goals.
Conduct market benchmarking and participate in compensation surveys to ensure competitive pay practices.
Manage and maintain the job catalog, job evaluations, and career framework, ensuring consistency and market alignment.
Ensure compliance with FLSA, federal, and state regulations, and conduct internal equity audits.
Lead the administration of annual merit, bonus, and sales incentive processes, including communication and system support.
Optimize and streamline compensation processes, leveraging technology and automation where possible.
Provide ad hoc compensation analyses, recommend corrective actions, and support reorganization or process improvement initiatives.
Mentor and develop compensation team members as the function grows.

Key Qualifications & Skills:

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Finance, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in compensation, with at least 2+ years in a leadership or managerial capacity.
Proven experience with complex data analytics, financial modeling, and compensation structures.
Expertise in sales incentive programs and long-term incentive plans, specifically phantom stock programs.
Strong project management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities efficiently.
Advanced proficiency in Excel (vlookups, pivot tables, complex formulas) and data visualization tools.
Experience with HRIS systems, Workday preferred
Experience preparing and presenting executive-level reports.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive strategic initiatives.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation and Benefits:

In compliance with all states and cities requiring transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $108,000 - $151,220 annually. Note that wages may vary based on location, skills, and experience.
This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, and retirement plan participation, including an employer contribution of up to 7% into your 401(k). Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits: https://bit.ly/3S8aDCj .

Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility.

Wilbur-Ellis is a company you can be proud to call your employer

Wilbur-Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed specialty chemicals, and food ingredients. A privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-Pacific.

Wilbur-Ellis is for and about people

Wilbur-Ellis has enjoyed over 100 years of success and growth, all thanks to our people. Our employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a dedication to quality work, our customers, and each other.

Wilbur-Ellis invests in the industry's best workforce

Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

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Job Post Date: 02/20/25