Regional Compensation Specialist

Daimler Truck AG

$80K — $95K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related field; 5 years experience preferred or 8 years equivalent experience without a degree.
  • Strong understanding of compensation principles and market pricing across North America.
  • Experience in organizational design and executive compensation frameworks.
  • Proficiency in Workday and advanced Excel/data analysis skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Ability to work both independently and in teams in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience in a global matrix organization.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and oversee compensation programs aligned with regional structures and guidelines.
  • Conduct market analysis to ensure competitive pay practices across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
  • Collaborate with HR and Talent Management on executive compensation governance.
  • Administer salary offers, job evaluations, and incentives across regional operations.
  • Support compliance with labor laws and compensation regulations.
  • Align compensation initiatives with global teams and communicate key process updates.
  • Manage recognition and reward systems for the North American division.

Benefits

  • Annual bonus program based on performance.
  • 401k plan with company match up to 6% and additional non-elective contributions based on age.
  • 4 weeks of paid vacation plus 15 calendar holidays.
  • 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
  • Employee assistance program and wellness programs.
  • Tuition assistance for ongoing education.
  • Paid time off for volunteer activities and short- and long-term disability plans.
Full Job Description

Inside the Role

Daimler Truck Financial Services is seeking a strategic and analytical Compensation Specialist to support regional compensation initiatives across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This role will partner closely with business leaders and HR teams to implement compensation structures that drive organizational effectiveness, support talent strategies, and ensure market competitiveness. The ideal candidate will bring strong communication skills, data-driven decision-making, and expertise in Workday.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, andexperience

Benefits include annual bonus program; 401kcompany contribution with company match up to6% as well as non-elective company contribution of3 - 7% depending on age;starting at 4 weeks paidvacation; 15 calendar holidays; 8 weeks paidparental leave; employee assistance program;comprehensive healthcare plans and wellnessprograms; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuitionassistance and volunteer paid time off; short-termand long-term disability plans.

Regional Compensation Strategy, Execution and Alignment

  • Develop, implement, and manage compensation programs in alignment with DTNA/DTFS combined structures and guidelines across the US, Canada, and Mexico.
  • Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to ensure competitive and equitable pay practices.
  • Collaborate with Talent Management and HR leadership to support executive compensation planning and governance.
  • Develop, implement, and administer compensation for the US, Canada and Mexico including salary offers, job evaluations, short and long term incentives, salary reviews and increases and salary surveys.
  • Provide support on executive compensation and sales compensation as needed in alignment with DTAG, DTFS and Daimler Truck North America.
  • Ensure compliance with local labor laws and compensation regulations.
  • Align on compensation initiatives and projects with DTFS Global Compensation team and DTNA Compensation Center of Excellence.
  • Communicate to leaders and employees for key processes,deadlines and changes to the compensation processes and reviews.
  • Responsible for recognition and reward strategy and systems for DTFS North America.

Organizational Development

  • Partner with leaders to define optimal organizational structures that support business performance.
  • Provide guidance on job architecture, leveling, and career pathing.
  • Support the HRBPs in organizational redesigns and structure changes.
  • Data Analysis & Reporting.
  • Analyze compensation data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
  • Prepare reports and dashboards to support decision-making and leadership reviews.

Systems & Tools

  • Leverage Workday to manage compensation processes, reporting, and data integrity.
  • Support system enhancements and testing related to compensation modules.

Knowledge You Should Bring

  • BS/BA Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related field and prefer 5 years of relevant experience or 8years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
  • Strong understanding of compensation principles, market pricing, and regulatory requirements in North America.
  • Experience with organizational design and executive compensation.
  • Proficiency in Workday and advanced Excel/data analysis skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience working in a global matrix environment.

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

  • CCP (Certified Compensation Professional) or equivalent is a plus.
  • Experience with compensation in Mexico and Canada labor markets is highly valued.
  • Proficiency in Spanish.
  • Project management/coordinate experience.

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Charlotte, NC US. Relocation assistance for this position is available when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria.

Schedule Type:

Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.

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