Auto Warehousing Company
Director of Compensation & Benefits
Auto Warehousing Company, Tacoma, WA
Auto Warehousing (AWC) has been family-owned and operated for more than 50 years and is North America's leader in finished vehicle logistics. Our mission is to service customer vehicles safely, efficiently, with quality and pride. Our associates are the reason for our success, and developing their talent remains critical to our future.
AWC is hiring a Director of Compensation & Benefits at our corporate office in Tacoma, WA. This position comes with an amazing benefits package, competitive compensation and a family atmosphere!
AWC offers a generous benefits package supporting both physical and mental wellbeing. Benefits include -health insurance for associates, spouses and children; basic life and AD&D insurance; disability insurance; EAP; auto discounts; fitness reimbursement; a 401K plan with company contribution; and several voluntary benefits. AWC corporate staff have paid holidays, floating holidays, vacation and sick accruals, bereavement leave and jury duty leave.
The salary range for this position is $140,000-$200,000 annually with an anticipated starting salary between $140,000-$170,000 depending on qualifications. This position is eligible for an annual bonus based on company performance.
Overview
The Director of Compensation & Benefits directs compensation and benefits programs for all associates in the U.S. and Canada, in both union and non-union environments. Reporting to the VP of Human Resources, this role is key to developing and maintaining a total rewards strategy that supports the company's short- and long-term business goals. The Director will lead a team, oversee vendor partnerships, and ensure compliance with relevant laws and company policies.
Essential Duties
Qualifications
Work Environment
Note
This job description is intended to provide an overview of the role and is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities.
Auto Warehousing Company, including its subsidiaries, is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities.
AWC is hiring a Director of Compensation & Benefits at our corporate office in Tacoma, WA. This position comes with an amazing benefits package, competitive compensation and a family atmosphere!
AWC offers a generous benefits package supporting both physical and mental wellbeing. Benefits include -health insurance for associates, spouses and children; basic life and AD&D insurance; disability insurance; EAP; auto discounts; fitness reimbursement; a 401K plan with company contribution; and several voluntary benefits. AWC corporate staff have paid holidays, floating holidays, vacation and sick accruals, bereavement leave and jury duty leave.
The salary range for this position is $140,000-$200,000 annually with an anticipated starting salary between $140,000-$170,000 depending on qualifications. This position is eligible for an annual bonus based on company performance.
Overview
The Director of Compensation & Benefits directs compensation and benefits programs for all associates in the U.S. and Canada, in both union and non-union environments. Reporting to the VP of Human Resources, this role is key to developing and maintaining a total rewards strategy that supports the company's short- and long-term business goals. The Director will lead a team, oversee vendor partnerships, and ensure compliance with relevant laws and company policies.
Essential Duties
- Design and manage compensation and benefits programs to attract, engage, and retain top talent, including health, wellness, retirement, and compensation plans.
- Partner with key stakeholders to align total rewards with business needs, promote understanding, and drive employee engagement.
- Oversee relationships with third-party vendors, negotiate contracts, and manage both departmental and company-wide benefits budgets.
- Mentor and lead the compensation and benefits team, fostering continuous improvement and high performance.
- Ensure all programs comply with U.S. and Canadian laws and stay current on industry trends and best practices.
- Lead compensation- and benefits-related projects related to the HRIS system and other HR initiatives, collaborating with internal and external teams.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of experience in compensation and benefits, including 5 years in a leadership role. Experience working with unions preferred.
- Certifications such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, CEBS, CCP, or CBP are preferred.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. and Canadian compensation and benefit regulations.
- Proven leadership skills with a track record of building and motivating teams.
- Excellent project management, organizational, and communication skills.
- Proficient in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office, especially Excel; UKG experience is a plus.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
Work Environment
- Office environment with extended periods of sitting, computer use, and occasional public speaking.
- Although the position is located at the company headquarters in Tacoma, Washington, occasional travel, both domestic and international, is required.
- This position is currently hybrid, allowing for both remote and in-office work. The hybrid schedule is subject to change at any time at the direction of the VP of HR or the Board.
Note
This job description is intended to provide an overview of the role and is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities.
Auto Warehousing Company, including its subsidiaries, is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities.