Total Rewards Manager

Job Title: Total Rewards ManagerDepartment: Human ResourcesReports to: Lead Director of HRLocation: Sturtevant, WIPosition SummaryThe Total Rewards Manager drives ND Paper’s ability to attract, retain, and motivate top talent by designing and executing competitive, scalable, and cost‑effective compensation, benefits, and wellness programs. This role strengthens organizational performance by ensuring pay equity, optimizing reward structures, and delivering data‑driven insights that support workforce planning and leadership decision‑making. By leading annual compensation cycles, enhancing benefits offerings, and ensuring regulatory compliance, the Total Rewards Manager directly contributes to employee engagement, operational excellence, and ND Paper’s long‑term growth.About UsND Paper is a leading manufacturer of high-quality pulp, paper, and packaging products in the United States, generating over half a billion dollars in annual sales. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Nine Dragons Paper (Holdings) Limited – the largest containerboard producer in the world – ND Paper is part of a global network committed to excellence and innovation. With two integrated pulp and paper mills in Rumford, Maine and Biron, Wisconsin, a packaging plant in Sturtevant, Wisconsin, and two sheeting facilities in Langhorne, Pennsylvania and Fairmont, West Virginia, the ND Paper family produces nearly one million tons of products annually. Our 1,100 dedicated employees are the heart of our operations, and we are committed to fostering positive work environments where individuals can advance and thrive. At ND Paper, we are investing in our future, and that starts with our staff.Key Responsibilities & Expected ResultsDemonstrate safety as a core value and establish a safe work environment by actively leading the safe execution of work.Develop and execute a comprehensive total rewards strategy aligned with organizational goals and talent strategy.Lead the evolution of compensation and benefits programs to ensure competitiveness, cost-effectiveness, and scalability.Provide strategic guidance to senior leadership on market trends, pay positioning, and workforce planning.Oversee base salary structures, incentive plans (STIP/LTIP), and executive compensation frameworks.Conduct market benchmarking using salary surveys and external data sources.Ensure internal equity through job architecture, leveling frameworks, and pay analysis.Lead annual compensation cycles (merit, bonus, promotions), including modeling and budget management.Manage design and administration of health, welfare, retirement, and wellness programs.Evaluate vendor performance, negotiate contracts, and manage broker relationships.Ensure compliance with applicable regulations (e.g., ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA).Lead the annual open enrollment process, including strategy, planning, system configuration, vendor coordination, and execution.Develop and implement comprehensive employee communication strategies to drive engagement and informed benefit elections.Partner with HRIS and Payroll teams to ensure accurate system setup, data integrity, and seamless enrollment processing.Deliver insights through compensation and benefits analytics, dashboards, and reporting.Perform cost analysis and forecasting for total rewards programs.Support audits and compliance reporting requirements.Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to compensation and benefits.Maintain and update policies, procedures, and documentation.Manage and develop total rewards team members, total of 2 direct reports.Serve as a subject matter expert to HR Business Partners and leadership teams.Lead cross-functional projects including HRIS implementations and process improvements.All other duties as assigned. Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) Timely and accurate bi-weekly payroll cyclesSuccessful open – enrollment with minimal errorsForecasting and data accuracyEmployee benefits engagementInternal equity varianceAnnual compensation cycle accuracy Qualifications And SkillsBA/BS in a business focused major, or related.5+ years of progressive compensation experience, or related; experience in a manufacturing industry preferred, experience with a union is a strong plus.Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Able to package and present complex analyses and recommendations clearly and comfortably and for different audiences.Knowledge of reward vendors, consultants, and solution providers.Able to create processes and practices from the ground up in collaboration with all stakeholders.Flexibility, developing partnerships, critical thinking, multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment, ability to look from different angles and work collaboratively, delivering results.Technical SkillsMarket pricing and benchmarking toolsHRIS expertise, familiarity with ADP is a plusData integrity and audit skillsMulti-site payroll collaborationRegulatory compliance knowledgeData modeling, trend analysis and forecastingCore CompetenciesStrategic alignment with organizational goals, talent strategy and workforce planningAccountability for resultsProblem solving/root cause analysisProcess discipline by holding all stakeholders to company policies and SOPsData driven decision making in all applicable scenariosRigorous adherence to all local, state and federal regulations to proactively mitigate compliance riskAbility to cross-functionally collaborate with multiple sites, departments and teams to provide seamless compensation and benefits operations. Success Profile Consistently meets or exceeds KPI’sData guided decisionsAdaptability with change management skillsProactive problem solving Working ConditionsSturtevant, WI: office in a manufacturing facilityAttributes for SuccessHard work – tackle each task with determination, passion and creativity; the willingness to put in whatever effort is required to successfully complete the job at hand.Pursuit of Excellence – strive to consistently exceed expectations in our day-to-day work and outperform our competitors in the marketplace, regarding work and company achievements as a collaborative goal with the desire to go above and beyond.Integrity - treat the company and teammates with upmost respect, operating on strong moral codes to drive company values and culture.Sense of Urgency – drive forward each day with speed, agility, and flexibility to capture unrealized opportunities and avoid potential risks for the business.Entrepreneurial Spirit – act like an owner, challenging the status quo, asking the right questions, and actively seeking ways to innovate and improve.Adaptability – be fluid with ND Paper’s continuous evolution while driving change in a fast-paced environment, equipped with the ability to acclimate quickly.Servant Leadership – set an example by implementing meaningful leadership with heart, empathy, foresight and stewardship.ND Paper BenefitsWe offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:Medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, hospital indemnity, and critical illness for you and your family.Financial protection benefits, including life insurance, disability insurance, and business travel accident insurance.Tax advantaged accounts such as Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA).Paid holidays, personal days, and vacation days to support work-life balance.A 401K retirement plan with a company match and annual fixed contributionWellness programs with incentives and an on-site clinic available at our Rumford and Biron location. Enjoy competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, and paid time off. Discover more about our benefits and how we support our team by visiting 2025 Benefits. Come be a part of our team and grow with us!ApplyPlease submit your resume, and salary requirements to https://us.ndpaper.com/careersNo unsolicited resumes - ND Paper does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume you submit to us will immediately become the property of ND Paper. If you would like to become a recruiter for ND Paper, please contact us and we will agree in writing to terms and the specific job roles for which you are authorized to recruit.