Director Total Rewards at REXEL

Dallas, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Total Rewards Strategy, Compensation, Benefits, Incentive Programs, Payroll Oversight, Data Analytics, Process Optimization, M&A Support, Project Leadership, Lean/Six Sigma, Agile Methodologies, Market Benchmarking, Pay Equity, Data Governance, Stakeholder Management, Team Leadership

Industry

Wholesale

Description

Company Description Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, and related supplies in the United States. Rexel USA operates its electrical distribution business in the United States through eight Regions that go to market under various banner and trade names, including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, and Platt Electric Supply. In addition to an online store, Rexel USA has a distribution network of over 460 warehouse storefront locations throughout the U.S. Job Description We are looking for a Director Total Rewards to join our Rexel team in Dallas, TX! Summary: The Director Total Rewards – Projects, Analytics & Process Optimization is a strategic, hands-on leader who reports to and partners closely with the Vice President of Total Rewards to operationalize strategy and drive execution across compensation, benefits, incentive programs, and payroll. This role leads strategic projects, M&A support, process optimization, and analytics to ensure Total Rewards programs are scalable, compliant, and aligned to business outcomes. The ideal candidate brings strong total rewards expertise, advanced data analytics and insight capabilities, and proven project leadership and process improvement skills to enable the VP’s vision through cross-functional partnership, disciplined execution, and robust governance. What You'll Do: Lead analytics and optimization projects across compensation, benefits, incentives, and payroll, translating the VP’s strategic priorities into clear roadmaps, milestones, and deliverables. Build and advance Total Rewards analytics capabilities (dashboards, KPIs, predictive models) to evaluate program effectiveness, competitiveness, costs, retention risk, and pay equity; deliver insights and recommendations to HR and business leaders. Design and execute process improvement initiatives across Payroll, Compensation, and Benefits to increase accuracy, timeliness, scalability, and employee experience, leveraging Lean/Six Sigma, Agile or similar methodologies. Drive projects to refine compensation frameworks, job architecture, annual compensation cycles, and market benchmarking, ensuring they are data-driven, efficient, and consistently applied. Lead analytics and optimization work related to benefits strategy, including program design enhancements, renewal and RFP support, vendor performance analysis, utilization reviews, and compliance monitoring. Partner with Payroll, Finance, and HRIS on projects to strengthen controls, integrations, automation, and reporting, reducing manual effort and error rates while improving transparency and compliance. Serve as the project manager for Total Rewards M&A deliverables and support efforts to include analytics and integration workstreams, due diligence assessments, harmonization and transition plans, and development of integration playbooks and templates. Drive projects to enhance the use of compensation survey data, market intelligence, and rewards tools; recommend changes to ensure competitive and equitable offerings. Act as a strategic analytics and optimization partner and right-hand leader to the VP of Total Rewards, turning strategy into actionable initiatives and influencing senior stakeholders with data-driven insights. Lead and mentor a team focused on analytics, projects, and process optimization, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, experimentation, and measurable outcomes. Establish and maintain Total Rewards data governance frameworks, ensuring data quality, consistency, privacy, and regulatory compliance across systems and reports. Continuously scan the external market for trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies in Total Rewards and HR analytics; propose and prioritize innovation opportunities. Other duties as assigned. Job Duties Disclaimer: The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA. Qualifications What You'll Need 7+ years of progressive experience in Total Rewards, Compensation/Benefits leadership, operational oversight of payroll advantageous. Demonstrated success leading process optimization, systems implementation, and data-driven decision-making within Total Rewards. Experience supporting M&A efforts in the areas of due diligence and integration for compensation, benefits, and payroll. Certifications a plus: CCP, CBP, CPP, CEBS, PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, Lean/Six Sigma, Agile. High School or GED - Required 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree - Preferred in Business Administration, Finance, or related field preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Demonstrated success leading process optimization, systems implementation, and data-driven decision-making within Total Rewards. Strong knowledge of compensation and benefits, including market benchmarking, job architecture, incentive design, pay equity, vendor management, cost modeling, and regulatory compliance. Advanced analytical capabilities, including building dashboards, models, and executive-ready reports; proficiency with Excel and BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx). Familiarity with HRIS/HCM, compensation planning tools, benefits administration platforms, and payroll systems (e.g., ADP, SAP SuccessFactors, PayFactors/PayScale, Xactly). Proven planning and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and deliver across multiple concurrent initiatives and deadlines. Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills; able to influence and lead change with senior leaders and cross-functional partners. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and sound judgment; ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain strict confidentiality. Additional Information Physical Demands: Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Constantly – at least 51% Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location - Occasionally – up to 20% Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery - Constantly – at least 51% Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions - Constantly – at least 51% Weight and Force Demands: Up to 10 pounds - Occasionally – up to 20% Working Environment: Travels to offsite locations - Occasionally – up to 20% Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law. Our Benefits Include: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Life Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance 401K with Employer Match Paid vacation and sick time Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year Tuition Reimbursement Health & Wellness Programs Flexible Spending Accounts HSA Accounts Commuter Transit Benefits Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few. Employee Discount Programs Professional Training & Development Programs Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed as we understand that our success and innovation is enhanced by an inclusive and diverse workforce. Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law. Employment Type: Full-time Experience Level (for career site): Experienced Professional Contract Type: Permanent Job Family: Human Resources

Responsibilities

This role involves leading strategic projects, M&A support, and process optimization across compensation, benefits, incentives, and payroll to ensure Total Rewards programs are scalable and compliant. Key duties include building advanced analytics capabilities, designing process improvements, and driving enhancements to compensation frameworks and benefits strategy.