Compensation Manager

Join us to co-create solutions for a better future! Job Details Role: Compensation Manager Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid; 200 E Randolph St; 2 days at home) Employment Type: Contract (Long Term) Schedule: Monday‑Friday, 8:00 AM‑5:00 PM Remaining Positions: 1 Posted: 7/16/2026 Compensation Priorities & Key Business Challenges (First 6‑12 Months) Annual salary structure redesign for US and Canada. Hourly incentive plan effectiveness and payout efficiency. Support for HR leadership; influence Operations/Commercial Leadership. Market analytics/insights. Annual salary planning administration. Cross‑functional stakeholder management. Prior Manufacturing & Operations Compensation Experience Hybrid role with focus on manufacturing for union and non‑union hourly populations, plus salaried (Sr. Director or below). Experience with multi‑site manufacturing organizations with varying compensation strategies and complexities. What Makes an Exceptional Candidate Expertise with both hourly and salaried populations. Experience with Korn Ferry Hay job evaluation. Change leadership within COE/shared services models. Deep compensation expertise. Ability to lead large, cross‑functional initiatives. Comfort operating globally with local differentiation and navigating complexity. Strong technical acumen (advanced Excel, analytics). Influence with senior leaders. Leading compensation strategy in complex manufacturing. Job Description The Sr. Manager, Compensation will play a critical role in driving compensation strategy and decision‑making across North America Operations and Procurement. Reporting to the Director of North America & WHQ Compensation, this position will provide expert guidance and consultation to HR Business Partners and Business Leaders on a range of compensation‑related matters, including job evaluations, market benchmarking, job offers, salary structure development, and incentive plan design and administration. Required blend of analytical, technical, and interpersonal skills; ability to navigate complex and ambiguous situations. Key Components of the Role Develop and administer compensation programs for salaried and hourly populations. Execute the annual salary planning and incentive cycles. Perform and oversee job evaluations of broad‑based and executive positions. Identify, design, and implement policies and procedures to ensure internal equity, external competitiveness, and fiscal responsibility aligned with pay‑for‑performance philosophy and meritocracy culture. Oversee salary survey participation and salary structure development for multiple countries. Develop, design, and execute compensation‑related training. Propose process improvements and recommend policy changes to assure compliance and competitiveness of client compensation. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or equivalent preferred. 5+ years of compensation experience with in‑depth knowledge of Operations and Plant Manufacturing. People management experience strongly preferred. In‑depth technical knowledge of compensation theories and principles, program design, and applicable laws. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to manage cross‑functional projects and influence team members without direct managerial authority. Solutions‑oriented mindset with a desire to innovate. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other business software. Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or other HR certification preferred. Experience with Korn Ferry Hay Job Slotting strongly preferred. Pay Range $45.00 – $50.00 per hour #J-18808-Ljbffr