Sr. Total Rewards Manager

OVERVIEW

Perfetti Van Melle (makers of Mentos, Airheads, Dentyne, Trident and Bubblicious!) is one of the world's largest manufacturers and distributors of confectionery and chewing gum with global brands that are being enjoyed in more than 150 countries worldwide. We’re currently seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Sr. Total Rewards Manager to join our growing team. 

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The Sr. Total Rewards Manager is responsible for supporting the USA/Canada OC as it relates to global compensation, international mobility practices, benefit programs, and retirement plans.  This role partners closely with the BU Americas Total Reward & HRIS Manager to ensure consistent application of global pay philosophy, annual merit reviews, recognition programs, and job evaluations. Supports HR systems optimization, and data quality for the local OC. Reporting to the HR VP for USA & Canada, this role partners with HR teams  & CoE’s to support talent attraction, career, mobility, and retention initiatives, enhance market competitiveness, and improve data accuracy to strengthen HR operations and inform decision-making. Responsible for payroll systems, tax administration, and audits according to local legislation.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategically directs, develops and implements all health, welfare and retirement plans for USA & Canada, ensuring competitiveness in the labor market by partnering with selected broker
• Conducts job evaluations to ensure roles are properly evaluated according to global compensation framework
• Supports annual compensation cycle including merit, promotions and bonuses for local OC
• Partners with HR Business partners & Total Rewards CoE, in designing, reviewing and implementing policies, procedures, and practices within functional area based on changes in laws, external HR practices and company culture
• Assures company compliance with provisions of Employee Retirement Income Security Act. Supervises preparation of reports and applications required by law to be filed with federal and state agencies, such as Internal Revenue Service, Department of Labor, insurance commissioners, and other regulatory agencies
• Oversees payroll administration and annual tax filings
• Review and analyzes changes to state and federal laws pertaining to benefits, and reports necessary or suggested changes to management

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

• 5+ years of experience in Benefits Administration, 3+ years of compensation administration
• Strong knowledge of all pertinent Federal, State and local regulations filings and compliance requirements affecting employee benefit programs, including ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, Section 125, Medicare, DOL, and IRS requirements
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with payroll & HRIS platforms (e.g. UKG, SAP SuccessFactors).
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams at local, geo and Global levels.

WE OFFER

At Perfetti Van Melle, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, where all individuals, regardless of background or identity, are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives to the sweet success of our candy-loving community. Additionally, we have a core value of Care For Our People and we are proud to offer benefit programs that support our team members' goals and well-being including: 

• PTO package including vacation, sick, personal, and pay it forward time off   
• 13 paid holidays   
• 401k with Company Match up to 8%, ranking in the top 1% of the country
• Annual Bonus potential and merit-based increases 
• Comprehensive Health Insurance    
• Annual well-being subsidy 
• 20 weeks Maternity & 12 weeks Paternity leave options  
• Sam's Club or Costco annual membership reimbursement   
• Tuition-Free College Program or Free Continued Education (BA, Masters, etc.) 
• Modest monthly candy allotment (Airheads, Airheads Xtremes, and Mentos) 

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Perfetti Van Melle, USA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.