Global Total Rewards Manager

This role follows a hybrid work model offering flexibility to work remotely while coming together in the office in Red Wing MN on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for collaboration. There may also be occasional in-person Moments that Matter and key business needs throughout the year that require additional days in the office. Candidates should live within commuting distance of Red Wing MN at the time of hire. At Red Wing regardless of working in roles that are fully remote onsite or hybrid what matters most is working together staying connected and putting care into everything we do.

The Global Total Rewards Manager serves as the primary subject matter expert (SME) for global compensation benefits and total rewards programs. This role is responsible for both the development and hands-on execution of total rewards initiatives that support the organizations business and people strategies.

The Global Total Rewards Manager will shape and advance the companys global total rewards philosophy and framework to drive business performance enhance the employee experience and ensure market competitiveness - including compensation health & well-being retirement leaves of absence and recognition programs.

What youll do:

• Serve as the primary internal expert on compensation benefits and total rewards programs providing strategy guidance and recommendations to HR leadership and business stakeholders
• Define and evolve global total rewards strategies while directly executing programs aligned to business financial and people priorities
• Partner closely with HR leadership to advise on program design policy decisions and emerging trends using data and insights to support decision-making
• Lead global job structure administration job evaluations and compensation programs including base pay incentives and sales compensation
• Manage the design and administration of health welfare and well-being programs including vendor management renewals and open enrollment
• Provide governance and operational oversight for retirement programs partnering with vendors brokers and fiduciary groups
• Lead execution of annual compensation cycles (merit bonus incentive plans) including system administration manager support and communications
• Conduct analysis and benchmarking to inform recommendations and improve program effectiveness
• Ensure programs are administered in compliance with applicable laws regulations and company policies globally
• Maintain vendor relationships and continuously improve processes systems and tools to enhance efficiency and employee experience

Qualifications :

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• 8 - 10 years of experience in compensation benefits or total rewards roles including people and program leadership
• Bachelors degree may be beneficial not required
• Experience serving as a functional SME while partnering with senior HR or business leaders
• Experience executing compensation planning cycles and benefits administration
• Exposure to global compensation and/or benefits programs preferred

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong subject matter expertise in compensation and benefits design and administration
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution translating vision into actionable results
• Strong consulting and influencing skills without direct authority
• Ability to translate data and market insights into actionable recommendations
• Strong partnership skills with HR leadership and cross-functional teams
• Excellent and collaborative communication skills across multiple levels and audiences
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities utilizing financial literacy and business acumen
• Ability to remain agile manage competing priorities and operate effectively in ambiguity
• Knowledge of applicable compensation and benefits regulations and compliance requirements
• Continuous learning and improvement mindset with focus on innovation and operational excellence
• Ability to identify and nurture talent providing constructive feedback and proactive coaching for growth

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Primarily office-based work involving frequent communication and computer use
• Occasional travel required for meetings and vendor engagements

Additional Information :

Red Wing Shoes is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Red Wing Shoe Company Inc. is a drug-free workplace.

Red Wing Shoe Company will not be using recruitment agencies or firms to fill this position and we will not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate information. No agency calls please.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time