Senior Director, Total Rewards (Phoenix)

Overview

The Senior Director of Total Rewards (Compensation & Benefits) is a key member of the HR leadership team responsible for shaping the strategy, design, and execution of Sprouts’ total rewards programs. This leader will drive an integrated, forward‑looking approach to compensation and benefits that supports our company’s growth, enhances team member experience, and ensures competitive, cost‑effective programs aligned with our values and business goals.

This role will play a pivotal part in scaling our total rewards function to meet the evolving needs of a growing national retail organization. The ideal candidate is a strategic, data‑driven thinker with deep expertise in broad‑based compensation and multi‑year benefits planning. You thrive in a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environment and are passionate about building scalable programs that make a real difference for team members. You are tenacious, constantly seeking new ways to bring the most value to our team members and our business.

This role also oversees integrated employee services and compliance programs, including enterprise leave administration, ADA accommodations, and key HR regulatory processes such as I‑9 and unemployment claims. The Senior Director ensures these programs are compliant, scalable, and employee‑centric, while driving process efficiency, vendor oversight, and strong partnership with Legal and HR Operations.

Overview of Responsibilities

Compensation Strategy & Design

• Lead the design, implementation, and governance of compensation programs that attract, retain, and motivate top talent across retail and corporate functions.
• Oversee the company’s job architecture, market benchmarking, and pay structure development to ensure internal equity and external competitiveness.
• Partner with senior leaders to align pay programs with business performance, career growth, and workforce planning objectives.
• Provide strategic and operational oversight for annual compensation cycles (merit, bonus, and equity).
• Serve as subject matter expert on market trends, pay transparency, compliance, and executive compensation alignment.

Benefits Planning & Design (Medical, Rx, Retirement, Financial Wellbeing, Insured Programs, etc.)

• Develop and execute a multi‑year benefits strategy that balances cost management with enhancing team member health, well‑being, and experience.
• Reimagine how benefits are communicated, making them easier to understand and use through clear, engaging education and storytelling that connects programs to everyday life moments.
• Lead initiatives that simplify the benefits experience, integrating tools, vendors, and platforms to create a seamless, intuitive team member journey.
• Use data, feedback, and insights to continuously refine programs, measure effectiveness, and drive better outcomes for both the company and our team members.
• Partner with Finance, Legal, and external consultants to manage plan design, compliance, and funding strategies for health, welfare, retirement, and ancillary programs.

Team Member Services & HR Compliance

• Oversee enterprise leave administration, including FMLA, state leave, and company‑sponsored programs, ensuring a consistent and compliant approach.
• Lead the ADA accommodation process, ensuring timely, fair, and legally compliant outcomes for team members.
• Lead HR compliance operations, including I‑9 verification, unemployment claims, and related regulatory requirements.
• Ensure a seamless, employee‑centric experience across all programs while balancing operational efficiency and compliance.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Build, mentor, and develop a high‑performing compensation and benefits team focused on service excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Partner across HR, Finance, Legal, and Operations to ensure alignment of total rewards strategies with business and people priorities.
• Represent Total Rewards with senior executives, providing data‑driven recommendations and insights.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a university degree or equivalent experience and a minimum 12 years of prior relevant experience.
• Master’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of five (7) years of leadership experience.
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or CBP preferred.
• Extensive experience with broad‑based, retail compensation and benefits.
• Ability to consult with employees at all organizational levels and lead significant changes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; expert in Microsoft Excel.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Sick time plan to support you or your immediate family’s health.
• Vacation accrual plan.
• Opportunities for career growth.
• 15% discount for you and one other family member in your household on all purchases made at Sprouts.
• Flexible schedules.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(K) retirement savings plan with a generous company match.
• Company‑paid life insurance.
• Contests and appreciation events throughout the year full of prizes, food and fun!
• Bonus based on company and/or individual performance.
• Affordable benefit coverage, including medical, dental and vision.
• Health Savings Account with company match.
• Pre‑tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Company‑paid short‑term disability coverage.
• Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers.
• Paid holidays.

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