Regional Rewards Lead
Location: Plainsboro, NJ
Place of Work: Hybrid

The Regional Rewards Lead is responsible for developing and executing a competitive compensation strategy and comprehensive total rewards programs aligned with business objectives. This role conducts market analysis, executive compensation, manages benefits administration, ensures compliance, and utilizes data-driven insights to enhance employee engagement and retention across the region. This role will also create ways to ease local mobility transfers into USA.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work, benefiting to our People, Customers & Communities and driving business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.

Your key responsibilities
• Compensation and Benefits Design and Management, including Executive compensation programs
• Vendor management
• Compliance and Risk Management
• Employee Communication and Education
• Mergers and Acquisitions
• Local Mobility

This position is part of the Hybrid Working model, where you will spend 2 days/week in the Plainsboro office and the balance of the work week in a home office that is commutable to Plainsboro.

We bring
• A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things and with us, bringing progress to life
• A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome
• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future
• Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity
• A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally
• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset

You bring
• Minimum 10 years of experience in compensation and benefits management, ideally in a global or regional role in mid – large size companies
• Strong knowledge of labor laws and regulations related to compensation and benefits
• Experience in Executive comp plans ,including short term and long term incentive plans, as well as deferred compensation and familiarity with retirement and pension plans
• Experience in compensation, benefits, work life balance programs, regional mobility programs, and reward and recognition programs
• Excellent understanding of compensation and benefits design, benchmarking, and market analysis.
• People management experience needed, with strong leadership skills
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA a plus

Our recruitment process
Interested in this position? Please apply online by uploading your resume in English via our career portal.

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