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Vuori · 2 days ago

Sr. Manager, Compensation

Carlsbad, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$160K/yr - $200K/yr

Vuori is a company re-defining athletic apparel with a focus on a casual aesthetic and an active lifestyle. They are seeking a Senior Manager, Compensation to lead the strategy and execution of compensation programs that attract and retain talent while aligning with the company's values. This role involves collaborating with various teams to ensure competitive compensation structures and compliance with regulations.

ApparelBrand MarketingE-CommerceFashionMarketingRetailSales

Responsibilities

Partner to develop and evolve Vuori’s compensation philosophy and strategy to ensure alignment with business goals, internal equity, and market competitiveness across retail, distribution, and corporate functions

Lead company-wide compensation programs including base pay structures, short- and long-term incentives, and recognition initiatives to ensure internal equitability and market competitiveness. Regularly review and update salary ranges based on market trends and organizational needs

Act as a partner to stakeholders to provide compensation guidance for hiring across the business

Drive the planning & execution of our annual compensation review process including developing projections and recommendations, implementing & maintaining appropriate technology, conducting leader education sessions, and implementing changes resultant from the process

Provide analysis and outputs on salary increases, bonus payouts, promotions, and equity adjustments based on data-driven insights

Design and maintain a scalable job architecture and job leveling framework across functions and geographies

Oversee job evaluation processes and regularly conduct external market benchmarking to support salary structure updates and competitive analysis

Ensure compliance with global, federal, and multi-state wage and hour regulations and compensation disclosure laws (e.g., pay transparency, pay equity)

Partner with Legal and HR teams to implement governance structures and risk mitigation strategies

Develop and deliver reports, and insights for senior leaders, enabling data-driven decisions related to compensation strategy and spending

Monitor compensation trends and proactively identify opportunities for optimization

Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, People & Culture Business Partners, and Talent Acquisition on compensation offers, retention strategies, and employee mobility

Create and deliver compelling training and communications on compensation programs to ensure clarity and alignment at all levels of the organization

Hire and develop a strong & collaborative team of individual contributors that will support and enable our business as Compensation partners and practitioners

Participate in Total Rewards team projects and committees as needed, perform audits, and deliver required notices and disclosures

Qualification

Compensation strategyJob evaluationData interpretationCompensation regulationsExcel proficiencyProject managementAgilityRetail compensation knowledgeWritten communicationVerbal communicationConfidentiality

Required

Advanced knowledge of compensation principles, job evaluation, and salary & equity administration

In-depth knowledge of compensation trends, including new and progressive programs

Able to set direction, think long-term, and translate strategy into operational success in a fast-paced retail setting

Expert-level Excel and data interpretation skills; adept at using compensation data to influence and inform leadership

Demonstrated success leading complex projects on time and within scope across multiple stakeholders and business units

Highly skilled in written and verbal communication; can explain complex compensation concepts clearly and persuasively

Ability to take a proactive and agile approach to work, including initiating communication cross-functionally and consideration of diverse perspectives in service of alignment

Advanced understanding of compensation regulations, market trends, and program design, as well as legislation that may affect policies/practices

Thrives in an environment of rapid change; balances agility with a high bar for quality and precision

Confidentiality & Integrity: Handles sensitive data with the utmost professionalism and discretion

Deep understanding of the challenges and nuances of retail compensation models, including variable pay and multi-location structures