Summary

The Senior (Sr.) Compensation Analyst researches, analyzes, audits, evaluates, implements and communicates base pay and multiple incentive programs. This position ensures compensation programs are competitive by participating in compensation surveys, analyzing market data and recommending pay grade changes. Consults and partners regularly with HR and business leaders on issues concerning job evaluation, pay, internal equity and organizational changes. Analyzes complex issues, transactions, and projects independently as well as collaboratively with cross-functional team members. The Sr. Compensation Analyst acts as a subject matter expert (SME) for all compensation related matters across JOANN and regularly consults with Finance/Accounting departments. Works effectively in a team environment interacting with all levels of the organization and coaching members of the compensation team. This position will stay up to date on compensation industry trends and ensures compliance with country and local regulations. Administers and maintains all compensation and incentive programs for the Field Stores, Distribution Centers (DCs) and Store Support Center (SSC).

Job Duties

Conduct job evaluations and salary surveys. Develop, review, and approve job descriptions. Determine appropriate pay grades using recognizable survey data and provide sound recommendation and conclusions to department manager. Evaluate current programs against market/industry best practices and lawful compliance. Provide support and counsel to Business Partners (DC, Field and SSC) in the preparation of job descriptions and in communicating the compensation philosophy, practices and policies.
Partners with the Store Finance and Store Operations departments in the financial and statistical analysis, forecasting and development of field incentive plans. Assists the Manager of Benefits & Compensation in the same processes for SSC/DC incentive plans. Calculates and processes incentive payments per program design.
Routinely leads special, often large project work to support department objectives, which requires reliance on previous experience and a wide degree of latitude to accomplish goals. Acts as a mentor and leader to others within the department. Provides training, support and guidance during large compensation initiatives.
Develop, generate and validate necessary compensation and HR related reports and analysis and distribute them to the appropriate personnel including senior management. Maintains Compensation plans, processes (including merit and bonus reviews) incentives, dashboards, reports and documentation with the HR System. Drive analysis of the current organizational-wide wages and makes recommendations for adjustments as appropriate. Responsible for updating and maintaining the integrity of all compensation grades, including staying up to date on State and Federal minimum wages.
Lead, develop and implement executive, manager and Team Member compensation communications including those around the annual bonus plan and long-term incentive plans. Creates and models yearly incentive plan cost analysis and provides detailed reports to Finance for budgeting purposes.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSBILITIES

May act as a mentor to other analysts at the direction of the manager.

Education & Experience

Education Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business or related field

Education Preferred: Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation.

Experience Minimum: 5+ years of experience in compensation administration

Experience Preferred: Experience using compensation platforms including Workday and Payfactors

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

A high degree of accuracy, confidentiality and timeliness is required for the completion of assigned projects
Must have aptitude and ability to learn and use multiple systems including Workday, Payfactors, and SAP
Strong knowledge of FLSA related policies/laws
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and within a team while assuming responsibility
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to lead the work of less experienced team members
Excellent Excel skills are necessary

This position will be located at:

5555 Darrow Road Hudson, OH 44236

Eligibility for benefits and incentives is dependent upon employment status. JOANN offers the following benefits and incentives to eligible Team Members:

Medical, Dental and Vision benefit plans
Company-paid basic, Optional, and Dependent life insurance
Long-term disability and Company-paid Short-term disability
Paid Time Off and Sick Time
Tuition Reimbursement
Team Member Discount

For more details on benefits and eligibility requirements, Click Here or visit https://joann.myben.site/

JOANN is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. This job summary is intended to be brief and does not list all duties for this position. Nothing in this job description should be construed as an express or implied contract of employment. JOANN is an at-will employer, which means that your employment may be terminated by JOANN or yourself with or without notice or cause unless the at-will arrangement is modified by a written agreement signed by both you and and authorized representative of JOANN.

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