Manager, Total Rewards - Americas

Full-time | Human Resources | Location: Olathe, KS 66062

We are seeking a Total Rewards Manager to lead total rewards strategies across the Americas. The successful candidate will be a key leader for compensation and benefits initiatives, working within a global matrix organization.

This role requires deep expertise in compensation structures, benefits management, self-directed 401(k) plans and health plan setups, including experience with self-insured medical plans. The ideal candidate will also have hands-on experience with a variety of compensation structures , with a strong ability to balance global frameworks with local market needs.

Your Role And Responsibilities:

Compensation Strategy: Design, implement, and maintain compensation structures, including salary ranges and incentive schemes for the Americas region, ensuring alignment with global policies.

Job Evaluation & Grading: Manage job evaluations, ensuring accurate and consistent grading across the region.

Market Benchmarking: Conduct regular compensation market analyses and participate in salary surveys to ensure competitive pay practices.

Benefits Management: Oversee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, wellness plans and leave management. Oversee the execution of all Open Enrollment activities, including communication strategies, system setup, and maintenance. Manage 401(k) plan administration, including participation in audits, loan status reporting, and error resolution in collaboration with the 401(k) provider. Ensure the successful administration of these programs in collaboration with the Benefits Administrator that reports to you. Administer and manage self-insured medical plans, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and alignment with business goals

Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for Americas business leaders, providing expert guidance on compensation and benefits matters, while collaborating with global total rewards teams.

Compliance: Ensure all compensation and benefits programs are compliant with federal, state, and local regulations, including ERISA, FMLA, ACA, workers compensation ,and other relevant laws.

Data Analysis & Reporting: Leverage compensation and benefits data to provide insightful reports and recommendations to HR leadership and regional business leaders.

Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements in compensation and benefits administration and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and employee experience

How to Succeed:

• Proven experience in coaching and mentoring a high-performing team within the compensation and benefits space, fostering growth, collaboration, and development of expertise.

• Progressive experience in compensation and benefits management, with a focus on the Americas region.

• Proven experience with various compensation/evaluation methodologies 

• Expertise in managing a variety of health plan options, including self-insured medical plans.

• Strong understanding of local and federal labor laws impacting compensation and benefits.

• Ability to work effectively within a global matrix organization, balancing regional leadership needs with global policies.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a high degree of comfort working with data and financial models.

Preferred Experience:

• Prior experience managing compensation and benefits in a multinational, matrixed environment.

• Familiarity with HRIS systems and tools, such as Workday

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

You’ll be part of a people-centric culture, where your well-being matters. Our comprehensive package offers standard benefits such as medical, dental, and vision, plus unique benefits such as our free onsite health clinic and our incredible dollar for dollar 401(k) match up to 6%. At our HQ, there’s an on-site preschool, restaurant and fitness facility where you can get active or enjoy our regular team get-togethers.

We also offer:

• Hybrid work schedule

• Opportunities for professional development, including access to LinkedIn Learning and many in-house/external training courses

PEOPLE ARE AT OUR HEART

TVH is a global business with a family atmosphere, where people are at the center. We value clarity, mutual respect, kindness and open communication. Our people are down-to-earth, easy to work and engage with. We welcome differences and celebrate new ideas.

ABOUT TVH

TVH is a parts specialist for quality parts and accessories for material handling, industrial vehicles, and construction and agricultural equipment. Working at TVH is opting for a company that excels as an international market leader and is well-known for its unstoppable craving for innovation.

TVH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. TVH will not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, genetic information, or because they are an individual with a disability or a person 40 years old or older.