Hiring: Associate Manager, US Compensation Company: Lactalis USA Location: Chicago, IL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 11:13:44 Target Skills & Keywords : Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Program Management, Stakeholder Management About the job Experience: •5+ years of progressive compensation or total rewards experience, preferably within a manufacturing, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or similarly complex operational environment. Required Skills: •Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose. •As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we’re proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together. •Even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy. •From your PASSION to ours •Lactalis USA, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring an Associate Manager, US Compensation. This position can be based in New York, NY; or Chicago, IL. •Reporting to the Manager, US Compensation, the Associate Manager, US Compensation will partner closely with HR Business Partners, HR Site Leaders, Finance, Talent Acquisition, HRIS, Payroll, and business leaders to develop practical, market-driven compensation solutions that support business objectives, workforce stability, and employee engagement. •This role will lead a variety of compensation initiatives and will ensure programs are aligned with business strategy, support talent attraction and retention efforts, and maintain compliance with applicable laws and regulations. •The ideal candidate is a strategic and collaborative compensation professional with strong analytical skills and business acumen. They are comfortable navigating complex organizational structures, influencing stakeholders at all levels, and translating compensation data into actionable recommendations. Qualifications: •From your STORY to ours •Qualified Applicants Will Contribute The Following •Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required. •Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation preferred. •Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and managing compensation programs, including base pay structures, market pricing, incentive plans, and compensation communications. •In-depth knowledge of compensation principles, practices, and regulatory requirements. •Knowledge of job evaluation methodologies, salary structure design, and market-based compensation strategies. •Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. •Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to translate data into actionable recommendations. •Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective partnerships across all levels of the organization. Compensation: •Manage annual compensation cycles, including merit, bonus, and equity processes Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!