Caterpillar, Inc

Sr. Total Rewards Partner

Caterpillar, Inc$128K — $192K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years in Total Rewards, Compensation, Benefits, or HR.
  • Strong analytical skills with complex data evaluation ability.
  • Demonstrated stakeholder influence and decision-driving skills.
  • Proven ability to collaborate with diverse teams and external partners.
  • Knowledge of employee benefits, compensation, and retirement programs.

Responsibilities

  • Provide Total Rewards consulting to employees and business leaders.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert in Total Rewards disciplines.
  • Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses to support program effectiveness.
  • Lead Total Rewards project management from planning to implementation.
  • Create and deliver communications for Total Rewards programs.
  • Manage external vendor relationships and performance.
  • Resolve complex Total Rewards issues aligning solutions to business objectives.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Paid time off (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.).
  • 401(k) savings plans.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA).
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
  • Health Lifestyle Programs.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts.
  • Career Development opportunities.
  • Incentive bonus programs.
  • Disability benefits.
  • Life Insurance.
  • Parental leave and adoption benefits.
  • Tuition Reimbursement opportunities.
Full Job Description
Career Area:
Human Resources

Job Description:

At Caterpillar, you can build what matters-whether it's the work we do, the careers we grow, or the communities we support. We are seeking a Senior Total Rewards Partner to join our Global Benefits team in Peoria, Illinois. In this role, you will serve as a strategic consultant to business leaders and employees, providing expertise across benefits, compensation, total health and wellbeing, retirement programs, and mobility initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity to influence programs that impact employees globally while partnering with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

What You Will Do:
• Provide Total Rewards consulting services to leaders, employees, and business partners in support of benefits, total health and wellbeing, compensation, employee relocation and expatriate programs, and retirement plans.
• Serve as a functional subject matter expert in one or more Total Rewards disciplines.
• Conduct complex qualitative and quantitative analyses to address business and talent challenges and support program effectiveness.
• Lead Total Rewards projects from planning through implementation, partnering with internal stakeholders, consultants, and vendors.
• Develop and deliver communication and educational materials related to Total Rewards programs.
• Manage relationships with external vendors and consultants, ensuring service delivery and operational performance expectations are met.
• Identify and resolve complex Total Rewards issues while recommending solutions that align with business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulations, and governance standards while maintaining accurate employee data and records.

What You Have :
Education/Experience:
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in Total Rewards, Compensation, Benefits, Human Resources, or a related field.
Analytical Thinking:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate complex data, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions.
Influencing:
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive decisions across multiple levels of an organization.
Interpersonal Relationships:
• Proven ability to build collaborative partnerships and work effectively with diverse teams, leaders, employees, and external vendors.
Total Rewards Expertise:
• Knowledge of employee benefits, compensation management, retirement programs, and related policies, processes, and compliance considerations.

What Will Set You Apart :
• Experience supporting global or multinational Total Rewards programs.
• Deep expertise in one or more Total Rewards disciplines, including benefits, compensation, retirement, or global mobility.
• Experience managing external vendors and consulting partners.
• Project management experience leading cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong communication skills with experience developing employee-facing and leadership communications.
• Professional certifications such as CEBS, CCP, GRP, or related credentials.

Additional Information:
Required Travel: Up to 10%

Summary Pay Range:

$128,470.00 - $192,710.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
  • 401(k) savings plans*
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)*
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
  • Health Lifestyle Programs*
  • Employee Assistance Program*
  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
  • Career Development*
  • Incentive bonus*
  • Disability benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement


* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:
July 15, 2026 - July 21, 2026

About Caterpillar, Inc

Progress Rail Services Corporation, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified suppliers of railroad and transit system products and services worldwide. Since its acquisition by Caterpillar Inc. in 2006, Progress Rail has used the Caterpillar international footprint to gain quick and widespread notice and approval across the globe. Product technology, reliability and durability, along with legendary aftermarket parts and service support, have been their keys to success. Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines and industrial gas turbines. The technology and world reach of Caterpillar, combined with the service standard and historical reliability of Progress Rail, ensures their products and services make a growing impact on the world rail industry. With their acquisition of Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD), Progress Rail is the world's largest builder of diesel-electric locomotives for all commercial railroad applications including freight, intercity passenger, commuter, switching, industrial and mining. EMD is also a global provider of diesel power engines for marine propulsion, offshore and land based oil well drilling rigs and stationary power generation. Electro-Motive is the only diesel engine manufacturer of its size to have produced more than 70,000 engines. This success stems from product reliability, serviceability, load acceptance capability, low operating costs and ease of maintenance with standardized components.

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Learn more about Caterpillar, Inc
Size
107,700 employees
Market Cap
$125.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.9 billion
Founded
1925
5 Year Trend
+5.8%
Revenue
$41.7 billion
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