• Vice President, Total Rewards

    Schwan's Company (Bloomington, MN)


    Schwan’s Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizzas; bibigo®, Pagoda® Asian-style snacks and we can’t forget Mrs. Smith’s® and Edwards® pies! We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn’t just a job, it’s a seat at the table! We’re hiring a Vice President, Total Rewards to join our HR leadership team in Bloomington, MN. Reporting to the CHRO, you’ll lead the strategy, design, and execution of enterprise-wide compensation, benefits, retirement, payroll and HR operations. This high-impact role includes regular engagement with senior executives and the Board and is key to aligning rewards strategy with business goals to drive growth and attract top talent.

    Responsibilities:

    + Lead and develop a high-performing, innovative Total Rewards team

    + Build trusted relationships with senior leaders; provide consultative support

    + Design and manage base pay, merit, and long-term incentive programs; drive continuous improvement

    + Advise CEO, CHRO, and Board on executive compensation, equity, and compliance

    + Develop and lead our benefits strategy to meet the needs of a diverse, distributed workforce while controlling costs

    + Lead HR Operations; improve process efficiency and service delivery

    + Maintain job architecture and career frameworks in conjunction with Talent team

    + Partner with Finance, Legal, and HR on compliant, data-driven strategies

    + Ensure global compliance with benefits, labor, and tax laws

    + Oversee Total Rewards due diligence and integration for M&A

    + Oversee communication and education of rewards and recognition programs

    + Collaborate with HR IT to enhance HRIS tools and analytics

    Qualifications:

    + Bachelor’s in HR, Finance, Economics, or related field; Master’s preferred

    + 15+ years in Total Rewards; 5+ in executive comp and board engagement

    + Strong financial acumen; skilled in modeling, analytics, and data storytelling

    + Executive presence; experienced presenting to senior leaders and boards

    + Proven leader of high-performing, business-aligned teams

    + M&A experience (due diligence and integration) a plus

    + Track record of leading enterprise-wide change

    + Culture-driven, agile leader in fast-paced environments

    + Knowledge of public company reporting and proxy disclosures preferred

    Compensation and Benefits:

    The base salary range for this position is $183,750 - $306,250 annually with eligibility for a 40% annual incentive bonus based on organizational performance. The pay range represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to educations, skills, work experience, certifications, geography etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

     

    Beyond base salary, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall well-being. This includes robust health benefits, competitive retirement and financial programs, generous time-off policies, and a wide range of wellness and support resources to help you thrive both personally and professionally.

     

    The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected class.

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