Title:  Manager, Compensation

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Manager, Compensation:

The Manager, Compensation is responsible for overseeing broad-based compensation programs and strategies for Univar's Chemical Distribution business unit. This role leads the design, implementation, and administration of compensation policies and practices to ensure competitiveness, internal equity, and alignment with business objectives. The position manages a small team and collaborates with HR partners and business leaders to deliver effective compensation solutions that attract, retain, and motivate employees.

What You'll Do:

• Develop and manage broad-based compensation processes, programs, and policies
• Analyze market data and internal equity to make recommendations on salary structures, pay practices, and program design
• Partner with HR Business Partners and leaders to provide compensation guidance and support for employee-related decisions
• Manage the global annual compensation planning process, including merit, bonus, and long-term incentive programs
• Oversee the administration of the corporate compensation email box, ensuring timely and accurate responses to inquiries
• Direct the participation in and submission of global salary surveys to maintain competitive market data

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent work experience
• 5+ years of progressive experience in compensation, with at least 2 years in a management role
• Strong knowledge of compensation principles, practices, and regulations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Master’s degree in human resources or related field
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certification
• Experience with HRIS and compensation management systems
• Knowledge of global compensation practices

What You Can Expect:

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more.  Our global team of more than 10,000 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe! 

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion.  Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry. 

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.

Univar Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms (collectively Recruiting Firms). Recruiting Firms must enter into a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Univar Solutions prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. All searches must be initiated by Univar Solutions' Talent Acquisition team and candidates must be submitted via Applicant Tracking System (ATS) by approved vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless the aforementioned conditions have been met. Contacting our hiring managers directly is prohibited.

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