Incentive Compensation Manager

About us

Based in Parma, Italy, Chiesi is an international research-focused pharmaceuticals and healthcare group with 90 years' experience, operating in 30 countries with more than 6,000 employees (Chiesi Group). To achieve its mission of improving people's quality of life by acting responsibly towards society and the environment, the Group research, develops and markets innovative drugs in its three therapeutic areas : AIR (products and services that promote respiration, from new-born to adult populations), RARE (treatment for patients with rare and ultra-rare diseases) and CAR E (products and services that support special care and consumer-facing self-care).

We are proud to be the largest global pharmaceutical group to be awarded B Corp Certification , a recognition of high social and environmental standards. We are a reliable company that adopts and promotes transparent ethical behavior at all levels.

We are committed to embrace diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities. In fact, we are a global family made up of different cultures, different genders, generations, ethnicities, abilities, sexual identities and many other enriching diversities.

Chiesi USA

Chiesi USA is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on developing and promoting products for the hospital, adjacent specialty and rare disease markets. We are a B Corp and Benefit company awarded Top Employer status for six consecutive years and certified as a Great Place to Work.

At Chiesi, we share an entrepreneurial spirit and act as a force for good, pursuing high social and environmental standards, to ensure the wellbeing of our people, patients, and communities. We offer a work environment where professionals have the opportunity to build a purposeful career focused on helping others while achieving a fulfilling work-life balance, meeting exciting challenges, and engaging in important and rewarding work.

Who we are looking for

Purpose

We are seeking a strategic and execution-focused Incentive Compensation (IC) Manager to lead the design, implementation, and ongoing management of sales incentive programs across our AIR and CARE business units. This role is critical in ensuring that IC plans are not only well-designed but also accurately executed, motivating the field force and aligning with business objectives. The IC Manager will maintain and optimize IC platforms such as Zayden and SalesIQ, support existing sales teams, and prepare scalable IC solutions for upcoming product launches. We are looking for a candidate willing to support the hybrid working model from the Cary, NC office.

Main Responsibilities

Incentive Compensation Strategy & Execution

• Design and implement IC plans in collaboration with Sales, Finance, HR, and Business Unit leadership.
• Execute monthly, quarterly, and annual IC calculations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and transparency.
• Maintain IC documentation, governance, and communication materials for both AIR and CARE teams.
• Support launch readiness by developing and executing IC plans for new products and evolving field roles.

IC Platform Management

Performance Analytics & Reporting

Field Support & Communication

Launch Readiness & Scalability

Experience Required

Required :

Preferred :

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Analytics, or related field.

No matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.

We provide top-class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work-life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support. Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market. Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.

Chiesi USA is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse work force at all levels of our business. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability,marital status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one's employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits and termination.