Grainger ยท 1 day ago
Compensation Consultant
Lake Forest, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$85K/yr - $142K/yr
3+ years expGrainger is a leading broad line distributor serving over 4.5 million customers worldwide. The Compensation Consultant role is responsible for implementing and administering compensation programs, conducting market analysis, and ensuring compliance with internal and external regulations while collaborating with HR Business Partners and leaders.
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Responsibilities
Supports the implementation and administration of compensation programs for a business group or function, collaborating with the Compensation team to deliver final products to HR Business Partners and leaders
Conducts market benchmarking and other analysis to provide consultative insights to inform HR Business Partners and leaders
Supports the annual compensation planning cycle for an aligned function(s) of a specific Grainger business unit (merit, short-term incentive, and equity) through analysis, reporting, and ad hoc consultation
Collaborates with members of the Compensation team, to leverage insights from HR Business Partners, leaders of business units, and other stakeholders to analyze compensation, market trends, and performance data for decision-making, job evaluations, and participates in compensation initiatives
Maintains reporting and processes to support compliance with internal policies, legal requirements, and external regulations;supports audit and compliance activities related to compensation programs and data integrity
Communicates compensation philosophy, practices, and tools to HR and business leaders to build understanding and consistency
Researches and monitors current compensation practices, trends, and technology
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in HR, Business, Finance, or related field required
3+ years with broad-based compensation programs, including job evaluation, salary survey techniques and interpretation, performance and reward systems, and incentive administration required
Demonstrated experience in compensation practices, pay structures, and market benchmarking
Proficient in intermediate to advanced Excel analysis, including building complex formulas, using pivot tables, and performing related data-driven evaluations
Experience in data analysis involving large, complex data sets and interpreting results to enable decision making
Demonstrated experience in project management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills
Knowledge regarding regulatory compliance (FLSA, pay equity, etc.)
Preferred
Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing.
18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.
6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.
Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools.
Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents.
Company
Grainger
As a leading business-to-business organization, more than 4.5 million customers worldwide rely on Grainger for products in categories such as safety, material handling and metalworking, along with services like inventory management and technical support.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (38)
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2023 (15)
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2021 (14)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
D. G. Macpherson
Chief Executive Officer
Nancy Berardinelli-Krantz
Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer
Recent News
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