Total Rewards Manager

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We are Prinova, a leading global supplier of ingredients and premix manufacturing solutions, and trusted by the world’s best-known food, beverage, and nutrition brands.

Part of the NAGASE Group, our expertise lies in Ingredient Distribution, Manufacturing Solutions, and Customized Services. Our global network of colleagues, located in offices and manufacturing facilities around the world, deliver sustainable value-added solutions to our customers. We are recognized for our deep expertise, commitment to excellence, and bold innovation, which have earned us a strong reputation as a trusted industry leader.

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Total Rewards Manager

Department: Human Resources, Corporate

Location: Itasca, IL - Hybrid 3 days in office, 2 days remote

Type: Full-time

Summary:

The Total Rewards Manager is responsible for compensation, benefits, HRIS, and oversees payroll and leave administration. This role will design, implement, and manage a total reward program that aligns with the company's business goals and supports a high-performance culture. This role will ensure our total rewards offerings are competitive, compliant, and aligned with the industry's best practices, particularly within the food manufacturing sector.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Benefits Strategy & Management

• Oversee the professional development of a benefits specialist.
• Responsible for the administration of self-funded health insurance plans, wellness, retirement, and other employee benefit programs.
• Evaluate and recommend benefit offerings based on employee needs, market trends, and cost-effectiveness.
• Serve as the primary contact for benefit vendors and brokers.
• Manage annual open enrollment and communicate benefit options to employees.
• Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, COBRA, and other applicable regulations.
• Resolve escalated employee inquiries regarding benefits and involve broker or providers as needed.

Compensation Strategy & Management

• Design, implement, and maintain competitive compensation programs aligned with organizational goals.
• Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to ensure pay structures remain competitive.
• Manage annual salary review processes, including merit increases and adjustments, and bonus payouts.
• Develop and maintain job evaluation systems and pay grades.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws.
• Provide guidance to managers on compensation-related decisions.
• Design and implement employee recognition programs that reinforce company values and culture.
• Monitor program effectiveness and employee engagement metrics.

Payroll

• Oversee the professional development of an HRIS/Payroll specialist.
• Enforce payroll compliance with tax regulations and reporting requirements.
• Coordinate with Finance for payroll funding and reporting.
• Supervise year-end processes, including W-2 and other tax filings.
• Oversee payroll efficiency and process improvement.

HR Systems & Analytics

• Maintain and optimize HRIS systems to support HR and Total Rewards functions.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy across all HR platforms.
• Generate reports and analytics to support decision-making and compliance.
• Collaborate with IT and vendors on system upgrades and troubleshooting.
• Assist in training HR staff and managers on HRIS functionality.
• Recommend workflows and automation to improve efficiency.

Leave Administration

• Oversee leave programs, including FMLA, ADA, and other statutory or company-specific leaves.
• Communicate leave policies and procedures to employees and managers.
• Analyze monthly reports for patterns, non-adherence, and other necessary callouts.
• Coordinate with payroll and benefits teams to ensure accurate leave-related payments and benefit continuation.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting for audits.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local leave laws.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Will supervise up to 2 direct reports

Perform other Duties as Assigned.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; (Master's degree or CCP certification preferred).
• 5 years of progressive experience in benefits, compensation, HRIS, payroll, and leave administration, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge and experience in managing self-funded health insurance plans.
• Strong knowledge of benefits and compensation regulations and best practices.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful total rewards and benefit strategies and programs.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and data analysis tools.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent communication, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with senior leaders and other stakeholders
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
• Ability to function well in a high-paced environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) as well as HRIS systems such as Paylocity, ADP, Workday, Ceridian, etc.

Travel:

Travel to site locations within the region as needed.

What’s in it for you?

Competitive Pay – $110,000 - $150,000 annually

Experience, education, geographic location and shift all taken into consideration.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Employer paid STD and LTD
• HSA and FSA
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• PTO
• Employer paid Basic Life Insurance
• 401(k) & Roth with employer match
• Eight Paid Holidays 2 Floating Holidays
• Voluntary - Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident
• Personal growth, including training and development opportunities

Disclaimer: Prinova is committed to providing equal opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, creed, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, ancestry, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic or group status protected under applicable law.