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Post Holdings · 19 hours ago

Director, Compensation

St Louis, MO

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Post Holdings is a Fortune 500® company headquartered in Brentwood, Missouri, focused on feeding the world with a unique approach to consumer packaged goods. The Director of Compensation is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive global compensation strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market competitiveness while leading a team of compensation professionals.

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Responsibilities

Develop and lead the global compensation strategy in alignment with business goals and talent priorities

Serve as an advisor to HR leadership on compensation philosophy, trends, and best practices

Lead the design and ongoing administration compensation programs in partnership with the various business stakeholders

Lead the design, implementation, and administration of base salary structures, cash incentive plans (short-term and long-term), annual merit reviews, sales compensation, and recognition programs

Ensure all compensation programs comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including FLSA, equal pay, and other relevant legislation

Conduct regular market benchmarking and compensation surveys to ensure competitive positioning

Analyze compensation data and trends to inform decision-making

Partner with HR leadership, Finance, and Legal to ensure compensation programs support business needs and talent strategies

Support M&A activity, including due diligence, integration planning, and harmonization of compensation programs

Partner with HRIS to implement and manage compensation management systems and related technologies

Develop communication materials and training for managers and employees to enhance understanding of compensation programs and processes

Partner with HR Leadership to develop, maintain, and communicate formal compensation policies

Leads the annual budgeting process, modeling various scenarios that expand beyond compensation (e.g. benefits)

Oversee compensation budgets and forecasts to ensure effective cost management and return on investment

Lead and develop a team of compensation professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement

Qualification

Compensation managementMarket analysisHRIS proficiencyAdvanced Excel skillsLeadership experienceAnalytical skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skillsEffective communicationIntegrityConfidentiality

Required

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field; Master's degree or relevant certification (e.g., CCP) preferred

10+ years of progressive experience in compensation management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role

Experience with HRIS and compensation management systems

Strong knowledge of compensation practices, market analysis, and regulatory compliance

Proficient in HRIS and compensation management software; advanced Excel skills required

Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Effective communicator with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels of the organization

High level of integrity and confidentiality