Compensation Analyst Sr - BI - Remote

What does it mean to be a part of our HR Operations team?

While providing on-site support for our 50 distribution centers, our HR Operations team ensures effective execution of human resources strategies in areas such as Talent Development, Workforce Planning, Talent Selection, Engagement, Recognition, Performance Management, Organizational Development, Training, Associate Relations, Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Risk Safety, Labor Relations, Sustainability, and Philanthropy. In addition, this team plays a pivotal role in our current transformation journey. They are instrumental in helping to develop and retain the right talent, who are fully engaged with this strategy, as well as embodying a true “people first” mindset to help drive UNFI’s company culture of collaboration and engagement.

Purpose:

The Sr Compensation Analyst (Business Intelligence) is responsible for delivering advanced compensation analytics, providing analytical and program support to help ensure that compensation programs and practices are competitive, internally equitable, and compliant with applicable wage and pay equity requirements.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Core Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain advanced compensation analytics, dashboards, and AI-assisted insights that support objective compensation decision-making.
• Develop and maintain compensation audits that support UNFI’s compensation philosophy, effective workforce planning, and legal compliance.
• Support the development and implementation of compensation audits, including market competitiveness, minimum wage, and minimum salary compliance, pay transparency, and pay equity.
• Prepare and submit reports for DOL, OES, and other regulatory reporting.
• Provide day-to-day support to the Compensation team through advanced data analysis, to assist in resolving questions related to associate pay, compensation structures, job evaluations, market-pricing, and compliance.
• Identify and implement or recommend improvements related to compensation analysis, HR systems, reporting, and dashboards.
• Performs other job duties as required.
  
  

Education/Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business, Finance, Statistics, or a related field required.
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certification or coursework preferred.
  
  

Experience

• Five (5) or more years of progressive compensation or total rewards experience, including advanced analytical support for compensation programs and decision-making.
• Direct experience conducting internal audits and developing dashboards to monitor market competitiveness, performance-based pay, and policy compliance.
• Proven experience with external market surveys, including submissions, benchmarking, market pricing, compensation audits, and regulatory compliance through effective data analysis and visualization.
• Experience working within a Compensation Center of Excellence or similarly structured compensation function preferred.
  
  

Knowledge Skills/Abilities

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including advanced Excel, dashboard development, modeling, and use of database and reporting tools.
• Working knowledge of statistical analysis, including regression.
• Experience with HRIS and compensation systems such as Workday, PeopleSoft, SAP, PayFactors, SuccessFactors, or similar platforms.
• Solid understanding of FLSA, pay equity, minimum wage, and federal, state, and local compensation regulations.
• Excellent written, verbal, and consultative communication skills.
• Highly detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.
  
  

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/ DEMANDS:

• This position is classified as remote, where the associate will perform remote work from their primary residence. Remote associates are welcome to work from the office but are not required to do so. While remote associates are not required to work from an office on a regular basis, they may be required to come to the office or other UNFI locations for necessary business reasons or if directed to do so by their manager.
• Some travel may be required (up to 10%).
• Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment.
• Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at the desk or computer terminal.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephones, and other office equipment during the normal workday.
• Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in the completion of job duties.
  
  

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Compensation:

UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

Benefits:

For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), https://www.unfi.com/jobs-more-info-wa.html for Washington-specific paid time off details.

Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.

UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.