Director, Benefits

Director, Benefits

Donaldson is committed to solving the world's most complex filtration challenges. Together, we make cool things. As an established technology and innovation leader, we are continuously evolving to meet the filtration needs of our changing world. Join a culture of collaboration and innovation that matters and a chance to learn, effect change, and make meaningful contributions at work and in communities.

We are seeking a strategic and visionary Director, Benefits to lead the design, implementation, and oversight of our comprehensive total rewards strategy that advances our mission, supports business growth, and enhances the employee experience. As a trusted advisor to senior leadership and a key partner to our CHRO, you will have the opportunity to influence organizational performance, drive innovation in rewards programs, and lead a high-performing team of HR professionals across the globe. Along with being a leader, this individual will serve as a collaborative partner ensuring a benefits approach that reflects both evolving trends in the marketplace and our company's vision.

This position is based at our Bloomington, MN headquarters working a hybrid work schedule.

If you are an accomplished leader who thrives on building impactful programs, inspiring teams, and delivering measurable results, we invite you to bring your expertise and vision to our organization.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership for Total Rewards leading a global team of 12+ direct and indirect reports.
• Drive strategic alignment across compensation, health & wellbeing, retirement and recognition programs while participating and / or leading various compensation and benefit committees and groups.
• Establish a compelling vision and drive a strategically aligned competitive global total rewards strategy inclusive of a newly established global job architecture / framework - including maintaining job leveling and pay structures for equitable pay aligned with responsibilities.
• Oversee compensation programs base pay, merit increases, variable and incentive pay, bonuses, equity and executive compensation.
• Collaborate with Legal and Finance on annual proxy statements and other executive compensation disclosures.
• Recommends pay for performance merit increase allocation strategies that are consistent with pay philosophies and strategies. Forecasts industry merit increase payout budgets, and pay structure adjustments.
• Serve as a key advisor to senior leadership presenting information, expert analysis and recommendations to the HR & Compensation Committee and other executive leadership.
• Oversee benefit programs with a focus on employee well-being, competitive offerings, and cost efficiency. Ensure alignment with organizational goals and market trends.
• Provide pay and benefits guidance for Labor Relations / Collective Bargaining agreements and ensures successful execution of negotiated plans.
• Manage relationships with vendors, consultants and brokers. Serve as a member of the Investment Committee and participate in benefits and compensation governance groups.
• Develop and manage program and annual budget requirements. Ensure internal and external audit readiness and compliance with relevant regulations.
• Ensures principles and practices supporting diversity, equity and inclusion are woven throughout strategies, plans and practices.
• Keeps current with latest total rewards developments, trends and relevant technology. Researches industry / process / program best practices and initiates the development and implementation of new Total Rewards business enhancement and requirements. Continuously evaluates compensation, recognition and wellness programs to ensure competitiveness in recruiting and retaining talent through surveys and analysis.
• Plans and directs program policy development and administration through the Total Rewards COE teams.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Relocation : This position is eligible for relocation assistance.

Annual Salary Range : $148,300 $196,600. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors including, but not limited to applicable work experience, training, education, performance.

In addition to the base salary, this position is eligible for :

Employee benefits are part of the competitive total rewards package that Donaldson Company, Inc. provides to you. Our comprehensive benefits program includes health benefits, retirement plan (401k), paid time away, paid leaves (including paid parental leave) and more.

Immigration Sponsorship Not Available : Applicants for this position must be currently and legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, J-1, F-1, CPT, OPT, etc.). Donaldson will not offer immigration sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position. International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the U.S. will not be considered.

Key Words : Human Resources Total Rewards, Executive Compensation, Benefits Design, CEBS, CCP, CGCC

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability and Veterans