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Director, Compensation

Pilot Company
Knoxville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/10/2026

Company Description

Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing.

Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Military encouraged to apply.

Job Description

  • Develop and execute compensation strategies that support business objectives
  • Design competitive salary structures and incentive programs.
  • Collaborate with senior leaders, HR partners, and cross-functional teams to identify key business challenges and opportunities that can be addressed through data-driven solutions.
  • Lead market benchmarking to ensure pay is competitive both internally and externally. If any gaps are identified, recommended enhancements to programs.
  • Provide guidance to senior leadership on compensation related matters, including new hires, promotions and retention.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or Equivalent required
  • Master's Degree or Equivalent preferred
  • Minimum 15 years experience 

Additional Information

  • Nation-wide Medical Plan/Dental/Vision
  • 401(k) Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Weekly Pay

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