Senior Director Global Compensation and Benefits

Senior Director Global Compensation and Benefits

The Senior Director Total Global Compensation and Benefits will drive the Global compensation & benefits strategy including the design, implementation, communication & administration of compensation & benefit programs aligned with the business objectives. In addition, this role will work with Americas leadership team, HR Business teams, labor relations & executives. Serve as the internal expert on the design, implementation & operational aspects of these programs.

Analyze Goodyear’s Comp/Ben programs on an on-going basis (including compensation programs at all levels) relative to market position, internal equity, and compliance & compensation philosophy. Prepare analyses, materials & recommendations to Senior Leadership.

Provide expertise, counsel and advice on global benefits program strategic design and process implementation. Ensure designs are globally aligned with corporate business objectives and follow a consistent global approach.

Job Duties / Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Develop compensation & benefits plans and policies which influence individuals' actions in the direction intended by business plans. Assist in the design of non-executive incentive compensation & benefit plans to insure competitive levels both internally & externally.   

• Assists in the review and recommendation of global healthcare and benefits strategy with global total rewards leaders and business leaders.

• Own global compensation processes (bonus and merit) across the organization.

• Develop supportive communication programs & ensure that management acquires a thorough understanding of sound compensation, benefits, and global mobility practices.

• Work closely with Regional Total Rewards leaders to execute global strategies across all regions.

• Provides exceptional customer service with solution-oriented mindset.

• Collaborate with HR on various compensation topics, including preparation of individual associates' total compensation.

• Establishes & maintains a systems of control reports that will enable top executive management & other appropriate management levels to evaluate the effectiveness of key compensation, benefit and global mobility plans and practices.

• Lead, develop, and coach benefits team to design, deliver and sustain global solutions.

• Counsel HR Business leaders, managers & employees regarding compensation & benefits. Consults with outside actuary on health care plan administration/programs and vendors.

• Manage the compensation and benefit teams and the day-to-day planning/implementation of administrative processes, team development, and succession planning.

KEY EXPERIENCE

• 10 or more years of experience in Benefits and Compensation (working in a large organization).
• Broad business / functional experience working in multiple businesses/functions/roles, both with direct & indirect authority. Breadth of roles include setting global strategy and driving operational execution/results; including experience with union negotiations and building business cases.
• Strong experience with benchmarking benefit policies/practices.
• Strong external network to gather and exchange ideas/information and function as a sounding board for new and/or innovative ideas.
• Bachelor Degree, advanced degree preferred.

KEY SKILLS

• Strong executive presence required.
• Ability to develop materials and present ideas/recommendations at all levels within the organization to gain approval of programs/process changes.
• Influence with Impact – Builds relationships with and influences senior leaders; Demonstrated success leading through influence and impact decisions.
• Ability to analyze data using statistical methods/techniques/best practices with innovative mindset.
• Strategic thinking - Articulates a compelling vision, energizes others, and shows them how they connect to it. Able to make complex decisions that balance short-term results with longer-term strategy.

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About The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company 

Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 68,000 people and manufactures its products in 53 facilities in 20 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio, and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg, strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to www.goodyear.com/corporate. 

Goodyear is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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