Compensation Specialist

At SanMar the work you do makes a difference.

Whats the Short Version

The Compensation Specialist assists in the review and administration of SanMars compensation program. The position identifies compensation policy and practice opportunities which may make a positive difference to the business and the employee experience and makes recommendations for change to the Director Compensation & Benefits.

What Will You Be Doing

• Maintain job description library drafting and updating job descriptions evaluating jobs and determining their classification.
• Complete research and analysis to ensure pay plans and ranges remain competitive; make recommendations for adjustments and compensation program enhancements.
• Support the administration of the annual merit and bonus process including managing data reviewing changes and providing logistical support and compensation guidance to HR and managers.
• Provide support for HR partners by supplying appropriate pay grades ranges and pay data for new positions new hires promotions etc.
• Assist in resolution of routine compensation concerns and respond to issues and questions from managers and employees.
• Help prepare salary survey submissions market assessments and associated analysis.
• In conjunction with the Compensation and HRIS team support development and maintenance of compensation data tables and overall set-up in all HRIS systems.
• Track market trends; generate reports and assist in the development of recommendations and action plans designed to attract retain and reward employees.
• Support the audit of pay practices to ensure compliance with policies guidelines and wage and hour laws; conduct FLSA assessments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

What Are We Looking For

• 4-6 years of experience in Compensation HR Reporting and Analytics or related work or equivalent education
• Exposure to compensation practices terminology and structures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in the use of HRIS and Excel software applications; PowerBI experience preferred.
• Excellent research skills and great attention to detail.
• Must be able to prepare accurate reports and presentations independently and present ideas clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
• Familiarity with FLSA compliance guidelines.
• General understanding and knowledge of wage and hour laws and compensation practices including state equity pay regulations.
• Excellent organizational skills to include the ability to prioritize projects and meet established or anticipated deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as the ability to interact with individuals internal and external to the organization in an effective courteous and productive manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all work performed
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently in the completion of assigned tasks

Whats Our Offer

Salary Range: Youll earn between $32.56 - $40.87 on an hourly basis depending on experience.

Bonus: Youll be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus up to 10% of base salary.

Paid Time Off: Youll accrue paid time off on a weekly basis based on hours worked up to 112 hours per year to start. Employees also receive 8 paid holidays and 1 paid family day off.

Additional Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical dental and vision benefits
• 401k plan and matches $1 for $1 up to 4% of earnings matched & vested at every pay cycle
• Life insurance
• Short/long-term disability coverage
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Pet insurance

What Should You Expect

Hybrid: SanMars Eastpointe office is located in Issaquah WA in the Seattle metropolitan area. Employees are required to work in our offices Tuesday through Thursday each week and additional days may be added based on business needs. Our standard working hours are 8:00-5:00 PST. Periodic travel may be required. The employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods while working on a computer and participating in virtual and in-person meetings. Frequent use of hands for keyboarding and standard office equipment is required. Occasional standing walking and reaching may be needed to attend meetings or collaborate in an office setting. The role requires the ability to perform close visual work on a computer for extended periods. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 1015 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Why Work at SanMar

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. They bring their talent passion and dedication to work with them every day. Their hard work inspires us and gives us purpose. We love working here together.

Whether you work in our headquarters from your home or in one of our distribution centers across North America we believe that investing in you is just the right thing to do. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health and well-being life balance career growth and (eventually) retirement.

SanMar works with brands you already know like Nike The North Face and Brooks Brothers as well as providing industry-leading private label apparel and accessories. Our people come to work excited to do their part providing clothing that helps people feel that theyre a part of something special.

Heres your chance to be a part of this story. If youre ready to work in a place where your participation matters and your growth is a priority were ready for you.

SanMar is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Whoever you are wherever youre from whoever you love or follow in faith whatever your disability or superpower status whichever ethnicity or gender you identify with you are welcome at SanMar.

SanMar participates in E-Verify.