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Sr. Manager, Compensation

Vuori, Inc 5600 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad, CA 92008, USA Full-time
$160,000
per year

Job Description

Company Description

Vuori is re-defining what athletic apparel looks like: built to move and sweat in but designed with a casual aesthetic to transition into everyday life. We draw inspiration from an active coastal California lifestyle; an integration of fitness, creative expression and life. Our high energy fast paced retail environment is reflected in the clothes we make. We aim to inspire others to take on all aspects of their lives with clarity, enthusiasm and purpose…while having a lot of fun along the way. We are proud to be an outlet for opportunity and for personal growth and success.

Job Description

Vuori is seeking a Senior Manager, Compensation to lead the strategy, design, and execution of comprehensive compensation programs across our growing global retail organization. This role is a critical member of the Total Rewards team and will partner closely with People & Culture, Finance, Legal, and Vuori leadership to ensure compensation programs attract, retain, and motivate top talent while aligning with Vuori’s values and high-performance culture.

What you'll get to do: 

Compensation Strategy & Program Leadership

  • Partner to develop and evolve Vuori’s compensation philosophy and strategy to ensure alignment with business goals, internal equity, and market competitiveness across retail, distribution, and corporate functions.
  • Lead company-wide compensation programs including base pay structures, short- and long-term incentives, and recognition initiatives) to ensure internal equitability and market competitiveness. Regularly review and update salary ranges based on market trends and organizational needs.
  • Act as a partner to stakeholders to provide compensation guidance for hiring across the business.

Annual Planning & Process Management

  • Drive the planning & execution of our annual compensation review process including developing projections and recommendations, implementing & maintaining appropriate technology, conducting leader education sessions, and implementing changes resultant from the process.
  • Provide analysis and outputs on salary increases, bonus payouts, promotions, and equity adjustments based on data-driven insights. Job Architecture & Market Benchmarking
  • Design and maintain a scalable job architecture and job leveling framework across functions and geographies.
  • Oversee job evaluation processes and regularly conduct external market benchmarking to support salary structure updates and competitive analysis. 

Governance, Compliance & Risk Management

  • Ensure compliance with global, federal, and multi-state wage and hour regulations and compensation disclosure laws (e.g., pay transparency, pay equity).
  • Partner with Legal and HR teams to implement governance structures and risk mitigation strategies.

Analytics & Reporting

  • Develop and deliver reports, and insights for senior leaders, enabling data-driven decisions related to compensation strategy and spending.
  • Monitor compensation trends and proactively identify opportunities for optimization.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication

  • Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, People & Culture Business Partners, and Talent Acquisition on compensation offers, retention strategies, and employee mobility.
  • Create and deliver compelling training and communications on compensation programs to ensure clarity and alignment at all levels of the organization.

Leadership

  • Hire and develop a strong & collaborative team of individual contributors that will support and enable our business as Compensation partners and practitioners.
  • Participate in Total Rewards team projects and committees as needed, perform audits, and deliver required notices and disclosures.

Qualifications

Who you are: 

  • Advanced knowledge of compensation principles, job evaluation, and salary & equity administration. In-depth knowledge of compensation trends, including new and progressive programs.
  • Able to set direction, think long-term, and translate strategy into operational success in a fast-paced retail setting.
  • Expert-level Excel and data interpretation skills; adept at using compensation data to influence and inform leadership.
  • Demonstrated success leading complex projects on time and within scope across multiple stakeholders and business units.
  • Highly skilled in written and verbal communication; can explain complex compensation concepts clearly and persuasively.
  • Ability to take a proactive and agile approach to work, including initiating communication cross-functionally and consideration of diverse perspectives in service of alignment.
  • Advanced understanding of compensation regulations, market trends, and program design, as well as legislation that may affect policies/practices.
  • Thrives in an environment of rapid change; balances agility with a high bar for quality and precision. • Confidentiality & Integrity: Handles sensitive data with the utmost professionalism and discretion.
  • Deep understanding of the challenges and nuances of retail compensation models, including variable pay and multi-location structures.

Additional Information

Our investment in you:

At Vuori, we’re proud to offer the following to our employees: 

  • Health Insurance 
  • Savings and Retirement Plan  
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Generous Vuori Discount & Industry Perks 
  • Paid Time Off  
  • Wellness & Fitness benefits  

The salary range for this role is $160,000 per year - $200,000 per year. This role is bonus eligible. 

Vuori is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.  

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Company Information

Location: Carlsbad, California, United States

Type: Hybrid