Senior Compensation Analyst 

You’ll work with a Human Resources team that values innovation, best practices, and data-driven strategy. Every day presents new opportunities to evaluate industry benchmarks, build predictive models, and make a measurable impact on our global pay structures.

What You’ll Do

• Evaluate roles against industry benchmarks and salary surveys to maintain a standardized job catalog and robust architectural hierarchy.
• Align compensation programs with business objectives to drive talent attraction, retention, and internal pay equity.
• Create predictive models to forecast the financial impact of new programs or salary adjustments.
• Participate in compensation surveys and research market competitiveness and global pay transparency trends.
• Implement and continuously refine salary grades and pay structures within (Dayforce) and CompAnalyst.
• Serve as the lead for calculating, tracking, and auditing commissions and year-end bonuses for Sales and Operations teams.
• Provide dedicated support for the annual compensation planning process, including system readiness for merit and bonus cycles.
• Manage technical integrations and data flow between Dayforce and external systems like Salary.com and CompAnalyst.
• Act as the primary point of contact for Dayforce HRIS regarding compensation module functionality and enhancements.
• Proactively identify opportunities to automate manual processes and optimize system configurations.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for reporting logic and ensure data integrity across all compensation platforms.
• Conduct annual Pay Equity audits and proactively audit internal practices to ensure 100% compliance with FLSA and local laws.
• Act as a subject matter expert for HR and Talent Acquisition to support effective, budget-conscious pay decisions.
• Assist in designing, interpreting, and communicating compensation-related policies and procedures across the organization.

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in compensation analysis or HR-related roles.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, pivot tables, and the ability to audit large data sets.
• Experience with HRIS modules and data exchange processes between external business tools.
• Advanced analytical skills and a thorough knowledge of plan designs
• High level of discretion to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Strong communication and organizational skills to manage complex projects and articulate technical solutions to stakeholders.

Physical Requirements

• Office/Sedentary Role
• This is largely a sedentary role requiring the physical ability to:
• Sit for prolonged periods of time at a desk while working on a computer
• Use hands and fingers to operate a keyboard, mouse, and telephone
• Speak and hear clearly in person, virtually, and over the phone
• Occasionally stand, walk, reach, stoop, or lift up to 10 pounds

What's In It for You:

• A hybrid work schedule based out of our Des Plaines office.
• Salary Range: Your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. We anticipate this role to pay a minimum base salary of $100,000, but actual base pay will depend on the successful candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), 401(k), life insurance, and tuition assistance.
• Paid time off to rest and recharge.
• An open-door work environment that values feedback and collaboration.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a growing company.

CJ Logistics About Statement: 

At CJ Logistics America, we know that we do our best work when we have an inclusive and diverse team, where we can draw on our different life experiences to help us deliver innovative solutions for our customers. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity, equity, and an inclusive workplace. Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalized people tend to only apply when they check every box. So if you think you might be a good fit for the role, but don't necessarily meet every single requirement on the job posting, we still encourage you to apply.

CJ Logistics delivers integrated and multimodal logistics services, connecting every corner of the world via air, sea, and land. As a lead logistics partner (LLP), third-party logistics provider (3PL), and supply chain consultant, we help customers leverage supply chain management as a competitive advantage, reducing total system costs, transforming business processes, improving service, and facilitating growth and change. With a focus on social responsibility and sustainability through growth with customers and communities, we prioritize the well-being of the end consumer, our customers,s and our employees. CJ Logistics is responsible for the North America region, specializing in solutions for regulated industries such as food and beverage, consumer-packaged goods, healthcare and medical supplies, and tire and automotive.     

CJ Logistics is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We prohibit discrimination and or/harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military statue, disability (physical or mental) medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, CJ Logistics participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations. 

At this time, CJ Logistics America is unable to offer visa sponsorship or support for work authorization.