Sr. Sales Compensation Partner- 12 month contract
Job Summary
We arelooking for ahighly analyticalbusiness-mindedand growth-focusedSales Compensation Partnerto join our Total Rewards to the Total Rewards Manager andplaya critical rolein designingadministeringoptimizingand evolvingincentivecompensationplansand programs todriverevenuegrowthaccelerate strategicprioritiesandenhanceCDWCanadaSalesand Serviceteamscoworker andcommercial partner experience.
Please note this is a 12-month contract.
What youll do:
Sales compensationprogramstrategy anddesign
- AdviseSales Leadership and HR Business Partners on sales compensation strategy to support businessobjectives.
- AdviseSenior Leadership and HR Business Partners on sales compensation strategy to support businessobjectives.
- Build financial and behavioral impact models for proposed plan changes (e.g. threshold/accelerator adjustments) including cost scenarios risk tradeoffs and seller impact.
- Recommend enhancements to incentive plans based on evolving business needs and historical trend data.
- Ensure compensation plansdrivedesired coworker behaviors customer experience and value and long-term business outcomes.
Sales compensation administration
- Own day-to-day plan management for 800 coworkers across 50 plans.
- Partner with Finance Commissions and Sales Programs to ensure all plan movements are captured promptly and accurately.
- Managecompensation-related documentationandreports resolvecoworker andleadership queries as they arise.
Analytics insights anddecision support
- Analyze sales performance and incentive plan effectiveness
- Measure effectiveness of sales compensation programs against key outcomes
- Deliver concise executive-ready insights and recommendations to theSales leadership andCanada Executive Leadership Team to improve plan ROI cost predictability and seller behavior.
- Collaborate with Finance SalesandGlobalCompensation teamstoreview andenhancereporting dashboardsand analytics
Continuousimprovement andoperationalexcellence
- Lead automation of manual compensation plans within the Incentive Compensation Management (ICM) system targeting automation of 30 plans.
- Lead communication enablement and rollout of compensation plan changes toimpactedstakeholders.
- Support other incentive plan programs and/or initiatives asrequired
- UtilizeAI-enabledcapabilitiestoidentifyperformance patterns forecastcostsdetectgapsand generate business insights.
- Researchand evaluatemarket trendsand industrybest practicesstay close tothe globalcompensationteamtodetermineopportunitiesfor improvement.
Governance compliance andcontrols
- Conduct audits of seller Length of Service (LOS) levels to ensureaccuratesystem records.
- Monitor plan effectiveness andidentifyareas ofriskand improvement.
- Partner with Shared Services tomaintainaudit-ready documentation for all sales compensation plans and commission statements.
Stakeholder partnership
- Buildandmaintainstrong partnership withSalesRevenueOperationsFinanceHRBusinesspartners PayrollandGlobalcompensation teams
What we expect of you:
Functionalskills
- 8years of progressive experience in sales or variable compensation including strategic incentive plan design analysis and ongoing plan management.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze sales performance and incentive plan outcomes and translate complex data into clear executive-ready insights and recommendations for Sales and Finance leadership.
- Strong financial and analytical skills with hands-on experience building cost behavioral impact and scenario models (e.g. thresholds accelerators seller impact).
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables lookup formulas and creation of clear tables and charts to support leadership decision-making.
- Experience managing large complex datasets with a high degree of accuracy attention to detail and audit readiness.
Technical/technological skills
- Experience working with HRIS platforms (preferably Workday) and Incentive Compensation Management (ICM) systems such as Varicent or Xactly.
- Familiarity with SQL and/or Power BI is an asset.
Youare:
- Well-versedinhowbusiness modelsgo-to-marketstrategies and customerbuying behaviorsevolve
- Knowledgeableandexperiencedinleveragingsalescompensationasa powerfulleverforperformancegrowthtalentattractionandengagementand organizationalexcellence
- Hands-on withdesigningcompensation programsto motivate the rightbehaviors align withbusiness strategyandenable scalable growthandprovidingproactiveactionableinsights tobusinessleadersto business leaders
- Aproven collaboratorespeciallywith Executive-level Sales Finance and HR stakeholders influencing outcomes through clear communication and strong business partnership.
- A professional witha veryhighlevel of discretioninhandling confidential compensation and employee data.
- Self-directed results-driven and comfortable balancing day-to-day plan operations with continuous improvement and automation initiatives.
- Authorizedto work in Canada.
At CDW we strive to offer market-competitive total rewards packages to attract and retain talent. As such we are committed to pay transparency and ensuring fair compensation for all our coworkers. Each of our roles is assigned a salary range that is informed by multiple sources of market determineindividual pay within a given range based on a candidates prior experience knowledge skills and abilities. This approach allows us to offer competitive and equitable salaries that reflect the value and responsibilities of each role at CDW. Salaries are based on a 40-hour workweek and paid on a bi-weekly payroll schedule.
Pay range: $ 104 000- $ 144 800 depending on experience and skill set
Current Opening: This posting reflects a currently available position within our organization for which we are actively recruiting.
CDW is committed to being an AI-fluent organization
Were looking for people who bring curiosity a learners mindset and a willingness to engage with ever-evolving technology and tools. We value adopting AI as a partner openness to experimentation and a shared interest in learning together on AI. Our goal is to create a culture where AI enhancesnot replaceshuman creativity and decision-making. You dont need to be an expert today; what matters is your readiness to explore adapt and grow with us as we integrate AI responsibly and effectively into our work.Additionally CDW is committed to fostering an equitable transparent and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process our goal is to understand your experience strengths skills and qualifications. As an AI forward company we see AI not just as a tool but as a catalyst for new ways of thinking creating and communicating. We encourage candidates to embrace an AI mindset one thats curious adaptive and ready to explore whats possible. We welcome thoughtful use of AI to expand your perspective and elevate how you share your story while ensuring your application remains rooted in your own background judgment and voice.
About Us
CDW is a Fortune 500 technology solutions provider that helps businesses government education and healthcare organizations achieve whats possible through technology. What makes CDW different isnt just what we doits how we do it. At CDW we act as onebuilding trust speaking candidly and working together to achieve more. We play to winfocusing on what matters most and delivering for our customers. And we think forwardstaying curious moving fast and continuously learning. We believe meaningful work happens when people feel supported heard and empowered to contribute. Thats why we think of ourselves as coworkers not just employeesworking together to solve complex challenges and deliver real impact for our customers and communities.
As a fullstack fulllifecycle technology partner CDW brings deep expertise strong relationships and broad industry knowledge to help turn ideas into outcomes. When you join CDW you become part of a collaborative environment where your work matters your growth is supported and your contributions help shape whats next.
Together we deliver the full promise of what technology can do. Together we Make Amazing Happen.
CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
CDW UK is a leading IT company which brings together the right technology & expertise to solve your most complex organisational challenges. Our consulting, cloud & integrated technology solutions, and managed services help you drive & manage innovation.