Director of Compensation & Job Architecture (Hybrid)

Location: Temecula
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

(Hybrid) Director of Compensation & Job Architecture Ready to shape enterprise-wide compensation strategy, and work where your voice will be heard—we want to meet you. This Jobot Job is hosted by: Liz Valdez Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $95,000 - $150,000 per year A bit about us: Join a mission-driven nation's leader in pharmaceutical distribution with a strong compliance reputation, where you'll work on high-impact anti-diversion efforts that protect communities—all within a tight-knit, collaborative team and a stable, growth-focused environment. Why join us? Comprehensive Health benefits EAP 401k, Profit Sharing Retirement Plan Tuition Reimbursement Program HSA, FSA, Dependent Care Flex Spending Acct Life, AD&D, & AFLAC Plans Vacation/ Sick leave/ Holidays Job Details Director of Compensation & Job Architecture - Hybrid (3/2) Make an Impact Where Strategy Meets People Are you a strategic compensation expert ready to build something from the ground up? We’re seeking a Director of Compensation & Job Architecture to lead the design and implementation of scalable compensation and job architecture frameworks across our U.S. operations. This is a newly created, high-visibility individual contributor role reporting directly to the SVP of HR. You’ll work closely with HR leadership and senior executives to modernize our total rewards structure, align pay with performance, and support the rollout of a new HCM system (Dayforce) going live in 2026. Why You’ll Thrive Here Strategic Influence: Collaborate with HR and executive leadership on a foundational initiative that will drive long-term talent success. Build From the Ground Up: Lead the creation of job architecture, career pathways, and compensation plans across salaried, hourly, and leadership roles. High-Impact Scope: Support compensation design across a national footprint of corporate and multi-location distribution operations. Growth Potential: This role is a launchpad—while it’s individual contributor now, it may evolve into a leadership position over time. What You’ll Do Design and implement comprehensive compensation structures, including base pay, bonus/incentives, and equity alignment. Create and roll out scalable job architecture frameworks including job leveling, titles, and career paths. Partner with HR leaders to evaluate and update job descriptions and salary ranges for all departments. Use compensation analytics and modeling to support annual merit reviews, pay equity, internal alignment, and strategic decision- making. Train and guide managers across the organization on new compensation frameworks and policies. Ensure all programs align with our Dayforce HCM implementation (go-live 1/1/2026). Collaborate with legal and HR teams to maintain compliance with compensation regulations across multiple states. Your First 6–12 Months Draft and implement an updated enterprise-wide compensation plan. Audit, evaluate, and revise salary ranges across departments and job families. Lead and deliver manager training on new compensation practices and programs. Partner with HR to develop or refresh job descriptions and career frameworks for each location. What You’ll Bring 10 years of progressive compensation experience, ideally supporting multi-location workforces (distribution, retail, or operations experience preferred). Proven expertise in job evaluation, market pricing, and salary band development. Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, modeling); Power BI or similar tools a plus. Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Experience working with or preparing for HCM platform implementations (e.g., Dayforce, Workday). Bachelor’s degree required; CCP or CMS preferred. SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or similar certification is a plus Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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