Foods people love. Brands people trust. And a career that nourishes your future like no other. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, Nestle is the place for you. Nestle USA is one of seven operating companies that make up Nestle's presence in the United States. We're in 97% of American homes, and as the leading food and beverage company, our goals are to continue to deliver quality food and beverage products, strengthen our local communities, and reduce our environmental and climate impact. We're determined to challenge the status quo and be better tomorrow than we are today. As individuals and teams, we embrace our entrepreneurial culture and have created a workplace where collaboration is essential, courage is rewarded, speed is expected, and agility is the norm to delight our consumers every single day. Here, you will find limitless opportunities to learn and advance your career and feel empowered to succeed in the workplace and beyond. Because our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Position Summary The Nestle USA Senior Compensation Manager leads a team to ensure a fair and competitive total compensation framework and equip our people managers with compensation knowledge and tools to attract, motivate and retain high performing talent. Reporting to Senior Director Compensation, the Senior Manager Compensation for Nestle USA will lead a team and partner with the Core Compensation team to lead Nestle in the Market compensation initiatives (Merit, STB, Equity, Recognition, Total Compensation Statements). In addition, the Senior Manager will take the initiative and be proactive to develop and implement new compensation programs based on an analytical approach balanced with independent judgment. This position will interact significantly with Senior HR Leadership and NUSA business leaders. Additionally, this role will coordinate with other Customer Facing groups to leverage common processes across all US Nestle Businesses unless business rationale requires new processes. This role is responsible for participating in the design of special or local incentive programs (ie, Sales Incentives, Factory Incentives, Retention Incentives) and administering and maintaining those incentive programs and plans. Additionally, this senior manager will lead and develop a team of three Compensation professionals. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Train Managers and HRBPs how to use compensation tools & programs (Job Catalog, NesCOMP Training, Geographical Differentials, ) to allow them to quickly make pay decisions. Work with the Core team to review Market Pricings and provide Job Descriptions, Org Charts, and other information needed to effectively price job specializations. Prepare Executive Compensation Committee submissions for submission to the Sr Director Compensation for approval by committee. Validate Executive market pricings, Conduct Job Evaluations using the Mercer IPE methodology, and ensure Global Systems are up to date. Lead the Nestle USA Customer Facing team to develop new tools, annual communications, and processes to drive compensation strategy. Responsible for establishing strong working relationships with the Core Compensation team and other Nestle in the Market Compensation teams. Develops creative solutions to compensation-related challenges that balance business considerations with retention and engagement objectives. Assist the Director during internal audits by pulling information from OPCOs to ensure Market Data, Gender/Diversity Pay, Merit Adherence to Budget and Bonus Payout Accuracy. REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL: Bachelor's degree in human resource management or a related field. EXPERIENCE: 10+ years' experience in compensation with 3 years' experience managing a team of compensation professionals. SKILLS: A high level of demonstrated analytical skills, interpersonal and oral and written communications skills and strong presentation skills. The position requires a high attention to detail and confidentiality as well as the ability to develop credibility. Impactful stakeholder engagement, comfortable working in a matrix and complex operating environment under ambiguous situations. Requisition ID 185162 It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace. To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestle. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestle seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestle home. The Nestle Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.