Job Title:  VP, Total Rewards

What You Need To Know

Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As the premier wine and spirits distributor, Southern Glazer’s isn't just one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.

The reputation of Southern Glazer’s is well-established, and it's no surprise that we are regularly recognized for our culture. Southern Glazer’s has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Inclusion and Diversity, as well as for Women and Parents and Families. These accolades speak volumes about our commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive culture of belonging for all employees.

As a full-time employee, you can choose from a wide-ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

By joining Southern Glazer’s, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.

Overview

The VP Total Rewards is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive compensation and benefits strategies that align with the organization's goals and objectives. This role involves leading the Total Rewards team, ensuring competitive and equitable compensation structures, and overseeing the design and implementation of benefits programs that attract and retain top talent. The VP Total Rewards plays a critical role in enhancing employee engagement and satisfaction through innovative reward systems.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive compensation and benefits strategies.
• Ensure alignment of total rewards programs with organizational goals and objectives.
• Oversee the design and execution of competitive compensation structures.
• Manage the development and implementation of innovative benefits programs.
• Conduct regular benchmarking and analysis to maintain competitive positioning.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to integrate total rewards strategies with business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations related to compensation and benefits.
• Develop and maintain metrics to assess the effectiveness of total rewards programs.
• Lead negotiations with external vendors and partners for benefits services.
• Provide guidance and support to HR and management on compensation and benefits issues.
• Implement communication strategies to enhance employee understanding of total rewards.
• Monitor trends in compensation and benefits to recommend program enhancements.
• Manage budget for total rewards programs and initiatives.
• Lead and develop the Total Rewards team to achieve departmental goals.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement in total rewards practices.

Additional Primary Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in compensation and benefits management.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful total rewards strategies.
• Strong knowledge of compensation and benefits laws and regulations.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to analyze complex data and provide actionable insights.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
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• Proficiency in HRIS and compensation management software.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with market analysis tools and techniques.
• Experience with benefits administration platforms.
• Knowledge of emerging trends in total rewards practices.

Physical Demands

• Physical demands include a considerable amount of time sitting and typing/keyboarding, using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor), or adding machine
• Physical demands with activity or condition may occasionally include walking, bending, reaching, standing, and stooping
• May require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 20lbs

EEO Statement

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants 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. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SGWS complies with all federal, state and local laws concerning consideration of a qualified applicant's arrest and/or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.