Roquette is a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and a leading provider of pharmaceutical excipients.

Want to help us make a difference?
Using plant-based resources, we collaborate with our customers and partners to imagine and offer ingredients to better feed people and treat patients.
Each of our ingredients responds to unique and essential needs, and they enable healthier lifestyles.

We are looking for our next Compensation Specialist within our Total Rewards team. The Compensation Specialist will provide analytical and operational support for base pay, incentive programs, market benchmarking, job evaluations, annual compensation processes, and compensation-related reporting. Key components of the role include review/stewardship of compensation data quality in HRIS systems, meticulous and accurate calculation of incentives and misc. payments, as well as accurate application of all compensation processes such as merit and/or collective increases across the US, Canada, Brazil and Mexico.

This position is located in Springhouse, PA.

Compensation:

The current salary range for this role is estimated to be $90,000 -$120,000 In addition, this position may also be eligible to earn performance-based incentive compensation. The specific compensation offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

What You’ll Do:

• Support the administration of company compensation programs, including base salary, short-term incentives, and other compensation initiatives.
• Conduct market pricing and benchmarking of positions using compensation survey data and other market resources.
• Review job descriptions and evaluate positions to determine the appropriate job level, grade, and salary range.
• Support the development and maintenance of job architecture, salary structures, grades, and compensation guidelines.
• Partner with Global Compensation & Benefits colleagues to ensure consistent global standards and overall best practices are aligned across countries.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partners and hiring managers to review compensation recommendations for new hires, promotions, transfers, adjustments, and organizational changes.
• Provide compensation analysis and recommendations based on internal equity, external market data, employee experience, and established compensation guidelines.
• Support the annual merit and incentive compensation processes, including system preparation, data validation, reporting, and manager support.
• Analyze compensation data to identify trends, pay relationships, internal equity concerns, and potential areas requiring further review.
• Participate in compensation surveys and maintain accurate market data and survey submissions.
• Assist with pay equity and compensation compliance reviews.
• Prepare compensation reports, dashboards, presentations, and ad hoc analyses for Total Rewards and HR leadership.
• Respond to compensation questions from HR Business Partners and other internal stakeholders.
• Maintain knowledge of compensation trends, regulatory requirements, and emerging best practices.

Total Rewards & Business Support

• Serve as a key resource to the Total Rewards team and provide support across benefits and compensation priorities as needed.
• Assume additional responsibilities and project work to support changing business needs.
• Prepare and analyze reports, employee data, and other information used to support decisions.
• Create PowerPoint presentations, employee communications, process documentation, and other materials.
• Liase with the Peoples Operation Center (POC) team to assist with process improvements and ensure timely payments and pay related items are executed.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, employee experience, controls, and administrative processes.
• Develop, document and maintain procedures and process documentation to support consistent administration and knowledge transfer.
• Serve as a resource to other team members and provide guidance on compensation guidelines and best practices.
• Build knowledge across broader benefits and Total Rewards functions to provide additional coverage and support for the team.

What You’ll Need:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred. Equivalent relevant experience may be considered.

Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in compensation or Total Rewards.
• Experience supporting compensation programs within a large, multi-location, or global organization.
• Preparation of end-to-end payment & performance cycles including merit and bonus processes, manual calculations and coordination with payroll, HR, and business teams.

Specific Requirements

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, with specific expertise and skill in Excel.
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn and navigate multiple HRIS systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage sensitive and complex employee matters.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage confidential information appropriately.

Business Travel: Approximately 10% or less.

AAP/EEO Statement  

Roquette is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. “AAP, EEO, Drug-Free Workplace”

Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

If you identify yourself in this position, please apply by uploading your resume and let's start the journey together!

Roquette is proud to be a global company where you can find personal and professional growth through multiple diverse experiences. 

Roquette strives to create a dynamic workforce while remaining firmly committed to equal opportunity by complying with EEO laws.
 

As we continue to grow, Roquette understands that to be successful we must always be inclusive in our approach.

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