Total Rewards Manager-Americas Division

Total Rewards Manager-Americas Division

Location: WM USA - 37 Upton Drive

Benefits: Enhanced Carer/Paternity Leave, Additional Holiday, EAP and more

Website: https://www.wmfts.com/en/

Group: https://www.spiraxsarcoengineering.com/

We're currently seeking a Total Rewards Manager-Americas Division to join us. You'll join a dynamic team of engineers, sales people, marketers, administrators, designers, assemblers, chemists, web developers, accountants, analysts, programmers and many more. Globally we are united by our shared values that drive our culture. We want to be an employer where you make our difference.

At Watson Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions you face different challenges every single day. You are empowered to dream bigger and work smarter. You have time to live your life outside of your job.

We offer a full induction with training and ongoing support for all our systems and products. Along with this you'll gain access to SSE academy where you can upskill and develop at your own pace.

Watson Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions is an SSE PLC Group company (https://www.spiraxsarcoengineering.com/). SSE (London Stock Exchange - FTSE 50) is a manufacturer of engineered solutions, employing 8500 people across 130+ operating units globally. We offer a range of fluid handling solutions across the biotech and industrial markets.

This role will focus on:

The Total Rewards Manager for the Americas region plays a pivotal role in ensuring the well-being and satisfaction of our employees across North America and Latin America. This multifaceted position involves overseeing a broad spectrum of responsibilities related to compensation and benefits. From staying updated on evolving laws and regulations to crafting and refining policies, the Total Rewards Manager collaborates with the Group Center of Excellence to align with our pay philosophy specifically for the Americas. They work closely with HR leaders from different countries in the region to understand and address regional compensation dynamics effectively. Additionally, the Total Rewards Manager collaborates with the Americas Leadership Team to develop and implement sales incentive plans, ensuring alignment with business objectives and driving performance across the region. Meticulously reviewing payroll cycles, contributing to compensation and benefits strategies, and fostering seamless collaboration with HR Business Partners are key aspects of this role, aimed at enhancing the employee experience in the Americas region.

What you'll be doing

• Collaborate with the Group Center of Excellence (COE) to align total rewards with the organization's pay philosophy, ensuring compliance with evolving laws and regulations while focusing specifically on the Americas region.

• Craft, revise, and implement comprehensive total rewards policies and procedures tailored to the needs of the Americas region, taking into account industry best practices and regional variations.

• Meticulously audit and review payroll cycles processed by ADP for accuracy, ensuring compliance with regional and international requirements.

• Engage in cross-collaboration with HR leaders from North and South America to gain insights into regional compensation and benefits practices, facilitating a cohesive approach across the Americas.

• Conduct thorough analyses of the division's compensation and benefits structure in the Americas, making strategic recommendations for enhancements and efficiencies.

• Oversee and manage employee benefit plans for the Americas region, collaborating closely with benefits brokers, ADP Workforce Services, and third-party administrators.

• Maintain precise and up-to-date benefit and enrollment data in all HR systems, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for employees in the Americas.

• Provide vital support for international transfer and relocated colleagues processes in the Americas, ensuring seamless compliance with applicable laws and regulations, along with Group Mobility Policy.

• Lead the planning and execution of employee communication initiatives related to compensation and benefits in the Americas, enhancing employees' understanding and appreciation of their benefits offerings.

• Collaborate closely with Human Resource Business Partners (HRBPs) in the Americas to ensure a unified and consistent employee experience in compensation and benefits matters.

• Drive the annual benefits renewal process for the Americas region, incorporating leadership input, market research, and cost analysis into strategic recommendations.

• Conduct informative training sessions on compensation and benefits-related topics for HR teams and employees in the Americas, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of total rewards programs. Spearhead cross-functional projects aimed at optimizing total rewards processes and enhancing operational efficiency, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing among team members to drive continuous improvement.

• Apply a keen attention to detail, strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills to assess and enhance total rewards programs in the Americas.

• Maintain open and effective communication and collaboration with colleagues at all organizational levels within the Americas, upholding the highest standards of data confidentiality and integrity.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Comprehensive Understanding: Demonstrated expertise in total rewards, encompassing compensation, benefits, and compliance, with a commitment to fairness, equity, and inclusivity.

• Inclusive Leadership and Communication: Ability to lead inclusively, valuing diverse perspectives and effectively communicating complex ideas with clarity, empathy, and respect.

• Data-Driven Decision Making: Proficiency in utilizing HR analytics and data to inform total rewards strategies, promoting fairness, equity, and inclusivity.

• Change Management and Problem-Solving: Experience in leading change initiatives that foster inclusive and equitable organizational cultures, utilizing innovative problem-solving approaches to enhance inclusivity and equity in the workplace.

• Educational and Professional Qualifications: A Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant fields is preferred, with diverse educational backgrounds and life experiences being valued. Relevant certifications are highly regarded but not required.

• Global and Multicultural Awareness: Understanding of global and multicultural environments, with the ability to navigate diverse cultural dynamics with sensitivity and respect.

• Continuous Learning and Ethical Judgment: Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development, especially in HR, diversity, equity, and inclusion, while maintaining strong ethical principles and cultural competence.

• Adaptability: Agility to adjust to evolving business needs and environments, with a readiness to adapt strategies inclusively and thoughtfully.

• Physical Requirements: Ability to perform the essential functions of the job, including but not limited to sitting for extended periods, using a computer keyboard, and occasionally lifting and carrying objects up to 40 pounds, with accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Closing date: 6/3/2024

As a growing and ambitious organization with a presence in over 60 global locations and across multiple markets, we can offer you the working environment and support needed to be successful. We are committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or religious belief.

About Watson-Marlow

Every day, we help companies across the globe to be more efficient and sustainable. Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions (WMFTS) is the world leader in niche peristaltic pumps and associated fluid path technologies. Comprising ten established brands, each with their area of expertise, but together offering our customers unrivalled solutions for their pumping and fluid transfer applications. Together with our colleagues across Spirax-Sarco Engineering plc, we are proud to be a FTSE 50 company.