Compensation Manager

Title:
Compensation Manager

Location:
Albertville, AL

Overview:
Sterling has helped build careers for thousands of professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.

Hire Type:
Direct Hire

Benefits:
Benefits from day 1 with almost 100% coverage In addition to 11 paid holidays, 2-3 weeks vacations, 401K, etc.

Target Salary:
$80,000-100,000

Bonus/ Incentives/ Stock Options:
up to 20% annual bonus

Job Summary:
Oversee the design and management of compensation programs to attract, retain, and engage top talent across all Progress Rail locations.

Job Duties:

• Lead compensation programs including base salary, STIP, and equity plans
• Manage the compensation team and ensure efficient program execution
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Talent Acquisition, and Benefits to align with strategy and budget
• Conduct market benchmarking to maintain competitive pay practices
• Maintain job architecture and support career path visibility
• Ensure compliance with pay regulations and transparency requirements
• Lead performance review and annual compensation planning cycles
• Provide analysis on pay equity, workforce trends, and compensation decisions
• Advise HR and managers and manage vendors and compensation systems

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, HR, or related field
• 5+ years in HR leadership with compensation experience
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality
• HR certification (CCP) preferred

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.