Manager, Compensation & Benefits

Compensation And Benefits Manager

When you work at Trex, you're helping to grow and enhance a true original. You join a company that boldly launched an entire industry … and still leads the way. We are looking for a Compensation and Benefits Manager to support our team by managing the design, administration, analysis, and continuous improvement of the Company's compensation and benefits programs. As a Trex Compensation and Benefits Manager you'll be ensuring that total rewards programs support the attraction, retention, and engagement of talent while maintaining market competitiveness, internal equity, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with applicable regulations. This role is key member of our Human Resources team.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the administration and continuous improvement of the organization's compensation and benefits programs to ensure market competitiveness, internal equity, cost effectiveness, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide strategic leadership and direction to the compensation and benefits team, overseeing performance, prioritization of initiatives, resource allocation, and achievement of objectives.
• Analyze compensation and benefits utilization, market trends, employee feedback, and cost data to identify opportunities for program enhancements and cost optimization.
• Monitor compensation and benefits market trends, regulatory developments, and industry best practices to ensure programs remain competitive, compliant, and aligned with organizational objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing compensation and benefits programs, including FLSA, ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and related requirements.
• Coordinate audits, regulatory filings, reporting requirements, and compliance activities related to total rewards programs.
• Provide guidance, consultation, and training to managers, HR team members, and employees on compensation and benefits policies, programs, and practices.
• Lead total rewards projects, process improvements, and system enhancement initiatives to improve operational efficiency, data integrity, compliance, and service delivery.

Benefits:

• Manage the delivery of employee benefits programs, including health and welfare, retirement, wellness, leave, and other benefit offerings, while promoting a positive employee experience.
• Lead annual benefits enrollment activities, including planning, employee communications, education, and program implementation.
• Develop and maintain relationships with benefits brokers, consultants, carriers, and third-party administrators; evaluate vendor performance and identify opportunities for service improvements and cost savings.
• Lead vendor selection and RFP processes, assist with the negotiation contracts and service agreements, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery, mitigate risk, improve employee outcomes, and optimize program costs.
• Manage annual compensation processes, including market pricing, salary structure reviews, merit increases, promotions, progressions, market adjustments, and incentive plan administration.
• Conduct and oversee compensation analyses, benchmarking, and cost modeling to support business decisions, workforce planning, and talent attraction and retention strategies.
• Partner with HR Business Partners and business leaders to evaluate positions, develop and maintain job descriptions, assign salary grades, and determine appropriate FLSA classifications.
• Administer and govern compensation programs, including base pay, incentive plans, recognition programs, and other total rewards initiatives.

Experience and Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance or related field preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience administering compensation and/or benefits programs with three (3) years of leading people.
• Demonstrated experience in salary administration and benefits program management.
• Strong knowledge of compensation principles, benefits administration, and applicable employment laws and regulations.
• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and HRIS systems.
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) and/or Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS)designation, preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methods.
• Extensive knowledge of human resource laws, regulations and best practices.
• Strong project management, organizational, and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong understanding of health and welfare benefits, retirement plans, and leave programs.
• Ability to analyze complex data and translate findings into meaningful recommendations.
• Ability to build strong partnerships and effectively influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

Base Salary Range $95,000-$130,000 annually The salary range provided serves as a general guideline for potential compensation for this position. It reflects the base salary and does not account for other benefits or additional compensation opportunities that may apply. This role is also eligible for further compensation through an annual/sales bonus, in addition to the base salary.

At Trex, individual base salaries are determined based on various factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. We are committed to maintaining pay equity and consider the internal equity of our existing team members when finalizing compensation offers.

In addition to competitive pay, Trex offers a comprehensive benefits package, which is detailed below.

WHO WE ARE Over 30 years ago, our founders created the world's first high-performance, low-maintenance composite decking and outdoor living products. That entrepreneurial spirit still drives us today as we continue to redefine our industry and lead the way for what's next in outdoor living. Today, Trex is the world's #1 brand of sustainably made, wood-alternative decking and deck railing – all proudly manufactured in the U.S.A. As a publicly traded company [NYSE: TREX], we take pride in being the largest recycler of plastic film in the country and caring for the communities and the planet where we live. We nurture meaningful connections, from local engagement and investment to eco-friendly products and sustainable manufacturing processes. At Trex, you'll become part of a diverse yet unified team who sustain the trailblazing spirit and strengths that made Trex the industry leader—learning, adapting, solving and succeeding. We welcome new ideas and fresh perspectives, and we encourage you to bring your best to help us shape the future of Trex. Being a leader means persevering even when there's not a road map; embracing groundbreaking as a way of life. We encourage multiple perspectives and welcome diverse people who problem-solve, adapt and innovate—always with a firm foundation in safety and integrity.

BENEFITS & PERKS We believe that effort should be rewarded. We take care of you as part of our Trex family so you can take care of yours. Here are some of the perks beyond the paycheck:

• Time Off - We'll give you paid holidays and paid vacation.
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance - Choose from a variety of options. We'll cover a generous share of the cost. Plus, you can earn lower rates through our wellness program.
• 401(k) With Company Match - Save for your retirement and we'll match it dollar for dollar.
• Tuition Reimbursement - We're all about lifting each other to the next level. When you're ready to get the degree, we'll pick up part of the tab.
• Training and Education - We offer dozens of options to boost your performance – both online and on-site nearby.
• Stock Purchase Program - Invest in Trex at a discounted price.
• Employee Discount Program - When you make the World's No. 1 Decking Brand, you'll probably want to enjoy the finished product yourself. We'll give you a discount.

CAREER ADVANCEMENT At Trex, you can take pride in craftsmanship. There's an art and a science to what we do, and we never stop working to refine and improve. That means no matter how long you've been with Trex, you have ongoing opportunities to grow your expertise—enhancing your career, your team, and our shared efforts. You will help shape our future.

Trex is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these or any other characteristics protected by law. Trex participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. E-Verify is a web-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their employees. For more information, please visit