C.H. Guenther · 8 hours ago
Sr. Director, Total Rewards
San Antonio, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$140K/yr - $273K/yr
15+ years expC.H. Guenther is a company based in San Antonio, TX, seeking a Sr. Director of Total Rewards who will lead the design and implementation of total rewards programs including compensation and benefits. The role involves strategic alignment with business objectives, team development, and oversight of HRIS systems, ensuring competitive and compliant offerings across North America and globally.
Food Production
Hiring Manager
Stacey DeCrescenzo
Responsibilities
Serve as a strategic advisor to the CHRO and business leaders, ensuring total rewards programs directly support business performance, talent strategy, and culture
Translate business strategy into actionable total rewards programs that attract, retain, and engage top talent
Lead discussions at both detailed program design level and with senior executives, tailoring communication for different audiences
Scope of the strategic discussions will be global, with harmonization and standardization within a region / country (as well as across the enterprise) a priority
Direct external partners (benefits brokers, medical/insurance providers, compensation consultants, etc.) to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and innovation in program design and delivery
Design, implement, and evaluate compensation structures, base pay systems, and incentive pay programs to ensure alignment with business goals
Conduct benchmarking and market analysis to maintain competitive positioning, particularly within manufacturing and food industry peer groups
Partner with leaders on workforce planning, pay-for-performance strategies, and recognition programs
Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations governing compensation
Scope will be a global compensation philosophy, with appropriate regional customization; individual will be accountable and responsible for the NA comp programs (including salary. Incentive compensation, profit sharing) and providing direction to local compensation experts in other regions
Oversee the design, evaluation, and communication of employee benefits programs that promote well-being, engagement, and retention
Partner with brokers and providers to deliver cost-effective and innovative solutions that align with CHG’s employer value proposition
Monitor industry trends and regulations to ensure competitive, compliant, and future-ready benefits offerings
Lead the annual benefits renewal process and identify opportunities for improvement in vendor performance and employee experience
Health, wellness, financial and life programs
Scope will be a global benefits philosophy, with appropriate regional customization; individual will be accountable and responsible for the NA benefits programs and providing direction to local compensation experts in other regions
Lead and optimize Workday as the central global HRIS platform, ensuring accurate data, compliance, and usability
Oversee reporting, analytics, and dashboards that provide actionable workforce insights for leadership
Drive process improvements and automation within HRIS to support scalability and efficiency
Partner with IT and external vendors to ensure system stability, enhancements, and data security
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field; Master's degree a plus
15+ years of progressive total rewards experience focused on compensation and benefits, with 7+ years in a leadership role
Hands-on experience managing HRIS platforms, preferably Workday
Leadership and hands on experience with NA compensation and benefits programs required; experience with compensation and benefits programs in the UK, Germany, Belgium and / or Austria a plus
Experience in the manufacturing industry required, experience in the food manufacturing industry a plus
Proven ability to design and implement strategic compensation and benefits programs that align with business needs
Demonstrated experience leading, coaching, and developing a small team of professionals
Strong business acumen with the ability to translate complex data and program designs into actionable insights and executive-level recommendations
Comfort engaging in both detailed program design discussions and high-level executive conversations
Proven track record of effectively managing external partners, including brokers, benefits providers, insurers, and compensation consultants
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence across all organizational levels
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Flexible savings account
Health savings account
401K matching savings plan
Employee assistance program
Wellness programs
Life insurance
AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Student loan counseling
Employee referral program
Paid time off
And more!
Company
C.H. Guenther
San Antonio-headquartered C.H.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Rod Hepponstall
President – Chief Executive Officer – Board Member
Janelle Sykes
Chief Financial Officer
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