Global Compensation Partner
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc., Newark, DE, United States
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Global Compensation Partner to join our Global Total Rewards team. In this role, you will contribute to shaping and delivering Enterprise-wide compensation programs and processes that support business strategy, reward contribution, and enhance talent attraction and retention. The ideal candidate brings experience in compensation program design, including incentive plans and annual compensation planning, as well as data analytics with ability to translate business needs into practical solutions.
This position will be based at one of our Newark, Delaware facilities, with hybrid work options available depending on business needs.
Responsibilities
Monitor market trends and conduct benchmarking and compensation analyses to ensure pay equity and external competitiveness aligned with the compensation philosophy
Partner with the Global Compensation Leader to leverage data‑driven insights in developing recommendations for salary increase investments, merit matrices, and modeled compensation increases
Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the compensation module and related fields in SAP SuccessFactors
Create tools, resources, and communication materials that reinforce understanding of the compensation philosophy, programs, and processes
Contribute to the planning and delivery of the annual compensation cycle, ensuring clarity, consistency, and engagement across HR and Leaders
Ensure compliance with internal policies and practices and applicable regulatory requirements across all regions
Provide compensation consultation to HR and the businesses, including guidance on offer development and effective use of compensation tools
Participate in cross‑functional initiatives that advance Total Rewards strategies and align with Enterprise priorities
Administer short‑ and long‑term incentive programs, ensuring accurate calculations, compliance with plan programs, effective communication to participants, and continuous process improvement
Foster collaboration within the global compensation team by sharing expertise, aligning on priorities, enabling cross‑training, and ensuring continuous global coverage
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, Data Analytics, or related field
Minimum of 7 years of experience in compensation, with a strong understanding of compensation structures, market pricing, variable pay plans, and compensation systems
Advanced analytical and problem‑solving experience with the ability to translate data into insights and actionable recommendations
Demonstrated business and financial acumen with the ability to link compensation strategy to organizational goals
Familiarity with job architecture frameworks, pay equity analysis, global compensation practices, and variable pay plans
Proven ability to manage complex projects and competing priorities in a matrixed or global environment
Excellent attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset
High proficiency in Excel
Ability to travel up to 5%
Desired Qualifications
World at Work CCP or GRP certification, or equivalent professional designation
Hands‑on experience with SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central and Compensation, including system implementation or optimization
Experience with data visualization tools and creating dashboards (e.g., Power BI)
Ability to present data insights to a variety of audiences
This position offers a hybrid work arrangement in the country from which the Associate is employed. Eligibility is dependent on the responsibilities of the role and business needs, and the Associate must agree to comply with Gore's work arrangement policies.
What We Offer Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow. We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well‑being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit‑sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits
Gore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.
Gore is committed to a drug‑free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws.
Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the United States. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.
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This position will be based at one of our Newark, Delaware facilities, with hybrid work options available depending on business needs.
Responsibilities
Monitor market trends and conduct benchmarking and compensation analyses to ensure pay equity and external competitiveness aligned with the compensation philosophy
Partner with the Global Compensation Leader to leverage data‑driven insights in developing recommendations for salary increase investments, merit matrices, and modeled compensation increases
Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the compensation module and related fields in SAP SuccessFactors
Create tools, resources, and communication materials that reinforce understanding of the compensation philosophy, programs, and processes
Contribute to the planning and delivery of the annual compensation cycle, ensuring clarity, consistency, and engagement across HR and Leaders
Ensure compliance with internal policies and practices and applicable regulatory requirements across all regions
Provide compensation consultation to HR and the businesses, including guidance on offer development and effective use of compensation tools
Participate in cross‑functional initiatives that advance Total Rewards strategies and align with Enterprise priorities
Administer short‑ and long‑term incentive programs, ensuring accurate calculations, compliance with plan programs, effective communication to participants, and continuous process improvement
Foster collaboration within the global compensation team by sharing expertise, aligning on priorities, enabling cross‑training, and ensuring continuous global coverage
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, Data Analytics, or related field
Minimum of 7 years of experience in compensation, with a strong understanding of compensation structures, market pricing, variable pay plans, and compensation systems
Advanced analytical and problem‑solving experience with the ability to translate data into insights and actionable recommendations
Demonstrated business and financial acumen with the ability to link compensation strategy to organizational goals
Familiarity with job architecture frameworks, pay equity analysis, global compensation practices, and variable pay plans
Proven ability to manage complex projects and competing priorities in a matrixed or global environment
Excellent attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset
High proficiency in Excel
Ability to travel up to 5%
Desired Qualifications
World at Work CCP or GRP certification, or equivalent professional designation
Hands‑on experience with SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central and Compensation, including system implementation or optimization
Experience with data visualization tools and creating dashboards (e.g., Power BI)
Ability to present data insights to a variety of audiences
This position offers a hybrid work arrangement in the country from which the Associate is employed. Eligibility is dependent on the responsibilities of the role and business needs, and the Associate must agree to comply with Gore's work arrangement policies.
What We Offer Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow. We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well‑being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit‑sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits
Gore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.
Gore is committed to a drug‑free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws.
Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the United States. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.
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