BASF · 2 days ago
Compensation & Payroll Specialist
Southfield, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expBASF is a global supplier of high-quality coatings for vehicle manufacturing. They are seeking a Compensation & Payroll Specialist to lead strategic initiatives in compensation design and payroll implementation across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, ensuring competitive compensation programs and seamless payroll provider onboarding.
AgricultureChemicalIndustrial EngineeringManufacturingOil and GasProduct Research
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead the development and execution of U.S., Canada and Mexico compensation strategies, including market competitiveness, pay equity, and incentive program design aligned with organizational and global COE objectives
Provide strategic consultation to leadership on compensation decisions, organizational structure, and major people‑related initiatives
Oversee major compensation cycles and programs (e.g., annual planning, sales incentives) and guide the rollout of compensation processes and policies
Lead the strategic onboarding and implementation of the new U.S., Canada and Mexico payroll provider, overseeing system design, data migration, testing, governance, and cross‑functional alignment
Manage the payroll BPO relationship and establish compliance, controls, and high‑level oversight of multi‑state payroll, tax obligations, and integration with Finance and HR
Drive data‑based insights that inform compensation and payroll strategy, policy recommendations, and executive decision‑making
Deliver clear, strategic reporting and analysis to senior leadership to support planning, forecasting, and workforce investment decisions
Contribute to global compensation and benefits strategy development, ensuring U.S., Canada, and Mexico programs align with global frameworks while meeting regional needs
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma and 8+ years relevant experience or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or related field and 5 years experience
5+ years of experience in compensation design and payroll implementation in a multi-state environment
Strong knowledge of U.S./Canada and Mexico payroll regulations and compliance requirements
Expertise in market data analysis and compensation benchmarking tools
Proven experience managing complex system implementations and data migrations
Must be able to think strategically, lead projects, analyze and interpret data for actionable insights and build effective relationships
Preferred
Advanced degree or certifications (e.g., CCP, CPP) preferred
Familiarity with HRIS and payroll systems (e.g., Workday, ADP, SAP)
Strong project management skills with ability to lead cross-functional teams
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Demonstrate business acumen and flexibility to provide the support needed to the business
Spanish speaking
Benefits
Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!
Company
BASF
BASF is a manufacturing company that offers chemicals for industries such as construction and coatings, automotive, and various sectors.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$337.39MKey Investors
Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWi)
2024-10-15Grant· $337.39M
2018-10-30Non Equity Assistance
2002-01-01IPO
Leadership Team
Carsten Weers
Vice President Logistics Procurement Maritime & Air Transportation, Tank Storage
Brian Standen
Global Head of Digital Innovation
Recent News
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