Director of Total Rewards, Human Resources (HR) at Haworth, Inc.

Why Haworth?

At Haworth, we're not just creating office furniture; we're shaping dynamic workspaces. As a global leader in workspace solutions, we're on a journey to redefine the future of work. Our headquarters in Holland, MI, is the hub of innovation, and we're seeking a visionary leader to join us as a Director of Total Rewards in Human Resources (HR).

Culture of Innovation: Join a company that values innovation and empowers its employees to think outside the box.
Global Impact: Contribute to the global success of a company that is redefining workspaces worldwide.
Career Growth: This isn't just a job; it's a career journey. We provide opportunities for professional development and growth.

HAWORTH is a global leader in office furniture and architectural interiors. As a valued member of our team, you can make your mark on the world and reach your full potential within a culture of connectivity. Since its inception in 1948, our company has revolved around inspiration, originality, advancement, and the people who drive it. At Haworth, you’ll find a family-owned business with a global point of view, and a set of values that define our business behavior, inform our decisions, and communicate our brand. 

Here at Haworth, our members enjoy benefits from their first day of employment including:

• 4 weeks paid time off and an option to purchase an additional week
• Priority Health Insurance
• Well equipped on-site gym open 24 hours
• 401k Benefit -  If you contribute 6% of your annual salary, Haworth will contribute up to 7%
• Annual bonus programs
• Company provided Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement program
• 8 hours of paid volunteer time off
• Zero waste to landfill company which provides personal on-site recycling drop-off

Job Summary

We are currently looking for a Human Resources (HR) Total Rewards Director to join our team in Holland, MI. 

The Total Rewards Director is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the organization's total rewards strategy, including compensation, benefits and payroll administration.  This role ensures that the total rewards programs are competitive, compliant, and aligned with the organization's strategic goals.  The Total Rewards Director will work closely with HR, Finance and other departments to attract, retain and engage employees.

Job Responsibilities

Shape the strategic direction for HR

• Influence the overall strategic direction for the HR function, aligning it with the organization's vision, mission, and business objectives.
• Develop and communicate a total rewards strategy that includes compensation, benefits, retirement plans, payroll administration, and other employee programs. Ensure the strategy aligns with the company's objectives and market trend

Lead and transform the HR organization

• Building a high-performing team and foster a culture of innovation and excellence

Oversee HR budget and resources

• Oversee the Total Rewards department budget, ensuring resources are allocated strategically to support HR initiatives.
• Drive fiscal responsibility across the organization by designing benefits and compensation programs.

Stay ahead of HR trends

• Stay abreast of emerging HR trends, technologies, and best practices, positioning the organization as a leader in HR.

Communicate HR vision and impact

• Effectively communicate the HR vision, strategy, and impact to internal and external stakeholders, building credibility and trust.
• Develop and implement communication strategies to educate employees about total rewards programs.
• Serve as a resource for employees and leadership with questions about compensation and benefits.

Drive organizational effectiveness

• Partner with the Senior leaders to drive organizational effectiveness, aligning people strategies with business goals.

Champion a culture of inclusion and belonging

• Champion a culture of inclusion and belonging, promoting member engagement, sustainability and continuous improvement. 

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties within scope as assigned.
• Must be able to perform all essential job function with/without accommodation.
• Ability to effectively use office automation, communication, software, and tools used in Haworth office environment.

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor Degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Industrial Relations, or equivalent field of study.
• Education Equivalency: Associate Degree plus 2 years related exp OR 4 additional years Human Resources experience focused on compensation, benefits, and payroll.

Work Experience:

• 12 years Human Resources experience focused on compensation, benefits, and payroll with Bachelor's Degree
• 10 years Human Resources experience focused on compensation, benefits, and payroll with Master's Degree
• 7 years supervisory experience
• Military Equivalency: https://www.mynextmove.org/vets/find/military

Additional Requirements

• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
• Current and continuing right to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Ability to work and commute onsite daily to our headquarters in Holland, MI. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), Certified Benefits Professional (CBP), SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), Professional in Human Resources (PHR), Certified Compensation and Benefits Managers (CCBM), or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
• MBA degree
• Experience working with multiple plants/locations
• Experience with job architecture, pay grading
• Experience with ERP system, preferably SAP

Additionally, you have also demonstrated the following

• Strong knowledge of compensation, benefits and payroll principles, practices and regulations ensuring compliance with federal state and local laws and regulations related to employee benefits and payroll administration.
• Experience managing Total Rewards related reporting and audits, including tax filings, general ledger entries and year end processes.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and/or coordination of people and resources. 
• Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and/or personnel information systems.
• Logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Experience evaluating the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Experience in management of Financial Resources: Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
• Experience motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
• Analyzing measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.

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