AIT Worldwide Logistics · 8 hours ago
Director, Global Benefits and Compensation
Itasca, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$141K/yr - $211K/yr
10+ years expAIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder dedicated to making a global impact. The Director, Global Benefits & Compensation is responsible for shaping and executing the company's global compensation and benefits programs while collaborating with various teams to enhance employee experience and ensure compliance.
Freight ServiceLogisticsShippingSupply Chain ManagementWarehousing
Responsibilities
Shape, refine, and operationalize global benefits and compensation programs in alignment with the overarching Total Rewards strategy
Ensure compensation and benefits programs are competitive, equitable, compliant, and aligned with the company’s pay‑for‑performance philosophy
Assess global and regional program effectiveness, employee needs, and business priorities to recommend enhancements that balance standardization with flexibility where justified
Partner with regional rewards teams to evaluate plan design, market competitiveness, vendor performance, and local regulatory requirements across all countries in which the company operates
Develop and guide execution of global processes—including annual compensation cycles, benefits renewals, program implementations, and vendor transitions—ensuring consistency, efficiency, and quality
Identify opportunities for innovation in plan design, digital enablement, and employee experience across both benefits and compensation programs
Support change management and communication efforts to ensure clarity, adoption, and understanding of all global compensation and benefits initiatives
Collaborate with the VP, Global Total Rewards on the development of global compensation and benefits strategies, providing thought leadership, benchmarks, and innovative recommendations
Promote strong, trust-based relationships with business and HR leaders through a combination of deep subject matter expertise, consultative guidance, and creative, practical solutions
Support the VP in advancing a unified global rewards philosophy while ensuring seamless execution across regions
Work closely with regional/international rewards teams to ensure alignment, consistent governance, and effective implementation of total rewards initiatives
Act as a global connector—supporting regional autonomy while maintaining coherence with global strategy and standards
Collaborate closely with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, Finance, Legal, and business leaders to integrate rewards considerations into broader people initiatives
Use data to inform program effectiveness, model cost impacts, forecast budget requirements, and support decision-making for the VP and executive leadership
Develop and enhance global dashboards and insights that support transparency and drive continuous improvement
Monitor trends, employee behaviors, and external market developments to identify proactive opportunities
Lead and develop a global team of compensation and benefits professionals, fostering innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence
Provide guidance and mentoring to regional rewards leads in a matrixed structure
Support change management and communication strategies to ensure global adoption and understanding of programs
Ensure compliance with global compensation and benefits regulations, including pay transparency, tax, labor, and reporting requirements
Maintain a global governance framework while ensuring flexibility to meet specific business or regional needs
Partner with Legal, Finance, and Internal Audit to maintain controls, reduce risk, and ensure data integrity
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree HR, Business, Finance, or related field
10+ years progressive global compensation and benefits experience, with leadership in a complex, matrixed organization
3+ years pay‑for‑performance program management and design
3+ years designing, implementing, and managing benefits strategies and programs in a self‑funded environment, including vendor oversight, plan performance evaluation, and cost‑management strategies
Collaborate on strategy development while executing within a defined strategic framework. (High proficiency)
Analytical, financial modeling, and problem‑solving skills (High proficiency)
Build trust through expertise, partnership, and innovative thinking. (High proficiency)
Strategic influence & executive presence (Medium proficiency)
Trust‑building & credible consultation (High proficiency)
Innovation & forward‑thinking (High proficiency)
Global mindset & cross‑cultural effectiveness (Medium proficiency)
Analytical strength & financial acumen (High proficiency)
Collaboration in a matrixed environment (High proficiency)
Operational excellence & continuous improvement (High proficiency)
Preferred
Master's Degree MBA, Master's in HR, or related field
2+ years supporting executive-level decision-making
2+ years background in dynamic, multi-country environments
Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) Upon Hire
Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS)-IFEBP Upon Hire
Benefits
Medical
Prescription
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Dental
Vision
Life
AD&D
Disability
Supplemental Health
Employee Support
Paid Parental Leave
Pet Insurance
401(k)
Tuition Reimbursement
Up to 10 to 20 days of vacation (depending on tenure)
2 personal days
1 floating holiday
5 sick days
5 volunteer hours
6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans) annually
Company
AIT Worldwide Logistics
AIT Worldwide Logistics helps companies grow via shipping services and supply chain management.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
TJCQuad-C Management
2021-03-17Private Equity
2017-10-23Private Equity
Leadership Team
Chelsea Lamar
Vice President, Global Sustainability
Ray Fennelly
EVP / Chief Development Officer
Recent News
2025-11-18
EIN Presswire
2025-07-11
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