<p>It's more than a job</p> <p>This Kuehne+Nagel Human Resources role covers recruiting, compensation, talent management and... toys. Yes, toys. Because your efforts create a functional and positive workplace that allows teams to stay focused on helping toy manufacturers, for example, get their products to stores and children around the world. Working in HR at Kuehne+Nagel brings more joy than we imagine.</p> <p>Are you thinking about advancing your career with one of the most successful logistics organizations worldwide? Here at Kuehne+Nagel, our Jersey City team is looking for a new Compensation Manager to join our HR team.</p> <p>How you create impact</p> <p>As our Compensation Manager at the national level, you will be responsible for implementing and managing reward processes within the United States. You will be the primary contact within the local US organization, addressing knowledge gaps, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and adapting global Total Rewards strategies to fit the national context. The Compensation Manager will coordinate with the Global Total Rewards Manager to effectively roll out changes and support our local HR in understanding and adapting to new initiatives.</p> <p>What we would like you to bring</p> <ul> <li>Implement and manage reward processes within the United States (approximately 7,500 employees) </li><li>Ensure local processes align with global standards and execute local implementation plans </li><li>Capture and address day-to-day requests related to Total Rewards (TR) analysis, job evaluation, international transfer analysis, and STI calculation/calibration from the Center of Excellence (COE) </li><li>Ensure tax compliance within the Share Matching Plan (SMP) </li><li>Administer the bonus calculation process and plan assignments for all employees within the geography </li><li>Act as the primary contact within the local organization for TR-related issues </li><li>Provide first-level support to local stakeholders and escalate issues when necessary </li><li>Provide training and guidance to local HR teams on TR processes and policies </li><li>Coordinate with the Global TR Partner to effectively roll out changes in the country/countries </li><li>Support local HR in understanding and adapting to new initiatives </li><li>Ensure compliance with local regulations and standards </li><li>Analyze deviations from the global blueprint and ensure necessary local adaptations </li></ul> <p>What's in it for you</p> <ul> <li>Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience in analytical roles in Compensation and Benefits, Finance or other related areas in a global complex organization </li><li>3+ years work experience in a Compensation and Benefits role required, preferably at the managerial level </li><li>Solid financial background including understanding of legal, tax and employment legislation topics </li><li>Strong analytical skills with ability to deal with, synthesize and simplify large amount of data </li><li>Proven experience leading cross-collaborative projects at a national level at a minimum </li><li>Excellent presentation skills and communicates effectively with C-suite and senior management </li><li>Advanced skills in MS Office (in particular Excel) </li></ul> <p>Who we are</p> <p>Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.</p> <p>As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.</p> <p>We kindly advise that placement agencies refrain from submitting unsolicited profiles. Any submissions of candidates without prior signed agreement will be considered our property and no fees will be paid.</p>