Director Total Rewards (Town of Germantown)

At Fusion Recruiters , we partner with incredible organizations that are doing meaningful work - and this opportunity is no exception. We're excited to support a company recognized for its people-first culture, long-term growth, and leadership within the specialty chemicals, manufacturing, and distribution industries in their search for a strategic and collaborative Director of Total Rewards to join their flexible work team in Germantown, Wisconsin. (Candidates out of area will need to relocate)

As the Director of Total Rewards, you'll play a key role in designing and leading the organization’s compensation, benefits, HRIS, and recognition strategies. Reporting to the senior HR leadership team, you'll have the opportunity to build scalable Total Rewards programs, influence organizational strategy, and help shape the future of a growing global enterprise.

This is a chance to bring your expertise to a company that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and employee development, where your contributions will have a direct impact on both business performance and employee experience.

What You'll Do:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive Total Rewards strategy encompassing compensation, benefits, HRIS, and recognition programs
• Design and manage salary structures, incentive plans, and compensation frameworks that support business objectives and employee engagement
• Lead market benchmarking, pay equity analyses, and compensation planning initiatives to ensure competitiveness and compliance
• Drive Workday optimization efforts and establish a long-term HR technology roadmap
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team supporting compensation, benefits, and HRIS functions while building scalable processes and infrastructure

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field;
• 8+ years of progressive Total Rewards experience with leadership responsibility in compensation, benefits, and HRIS
• Hands-on Workday experience with a track record of HRIS optimization and strategic roadmap development
• Builder mentality with experience creating processes, programs, and structure in evolving environments
• Preferred certifications such as CCP, CBP, CEBS, or similar Total Rewards credentials

Why You'll Love Working Here:

Our client offers a supportive, values-driven environment where employees are empowered to make an impact and contribute to the organization's continued growth. With a strong focus on collaboration, customer service, innovation, and employee development, the company has built a culture centered around respect, integrity, and long-term success. Employees are encouraged to share ideas, take ownership, and grow their careers while working alongside talented colleagues around the world.

Highlights include:

• Hybrid work environment based in Germantown, WI
• Competitive compensation package including annual bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, disability, and wellness benefits
• Generous 401(k) program with company match and financial wellness resources
• Robust paid time off program and work-life balance initiatives
• Employee recognition programs, social events, and community involvement opportunities
• Exposure to global HR initiatives and the opportunity to help build the future of an expanding international Total Rewards function
• Potential long-term career path into senior global HR leadership as the organization continues to grow internationally