Specialist / Sr Specialist – Compensation and Benefits at METRO/MAKRO

Pune, maharashtra, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Compensation Management, Benefits Administration, Career Architecture Management, Compliance, Analytics, Reporting, Employee Support, HRIS Systems, MS Excel, Analytical Mindset, Communication Skills, Stakeholder Management, Labor Laws, Benefits Regulations, Problem-Solving, Customer Service Orientation

Industry

Wholesale

Description

Company Description Metro Global Solution Center (MGSC) is internal solution partner for METRO, a €31 Billion international wholesaler with operations in more than 30 countries. The store network comprises a total of 623 stores in 21 countries, of which 522 offer out-of-store delivery (OOS), and 94 dedicated depots. In 12 countries, METRO runs only the delivery business by its delivery companies (Food Service Distribution, FSD). HoReCa and Traders are core customer groups of METRO. The HoReCa section includes hotels, restaurants, catering companies as well as bars, cafés and canteen operators. The Traders section includes small grocery stores and kiosks. The majority of all customer groups are small and medium-sized enterprises as well as sole traders. METRO helps them manage their business challenges more effectively. MGSC, location wise is present in Pune (India), Düsseldorf (Germany) and Szczecin (Poland). We provide HR, Finance, IT & Business operations support to 31 countries, speak 24+ languages and process over 18,000 transactions a day. We are setting tomorrow’s standards for customer focus, digital solutions, and sustainable business models. For over 10 years, we have been providing services and solutions from our two locations in Pune and Szczecin. This has allowed us to gain extensive experience in how we can best serve our internal customers with high quality and passion. We believe that we can add value, drive efficiency, and satisfy our customers Job Description We are looking for… An enthusiastic individual who is passionate, dedicated, always inclined to prove him/herself and drive things by taking full accountability of what he/she responsible for. A team player who is also capable of handling things on their own. A person who is willing to explore and gain cross domain expertise rather than evolving in single domain. This role matters to us… If you choose to join us, you will be… Role Overview The Compensation & Benefits Specialist is responsible for designing, implementing, and administering compensation and benefits programs that attract, retain, and motivate employees while ensuring compliance with legal requirements and alignment with organizational goals. Key Responsibilities Compensation Management: Assist in developing and maintaining salary structures, pay scales, and compensation guidelines. Assist in conducting market benchmarking and salary surveys to ensure competitive pay practices. Support annual compensation review cycles, including merit increases, promotions etc. Assist in aligning compensation strategies with organizational goals Benefits Administration: Support in managing employee benefits programs (health insurance, wellness initiatives, etc.). Liaise with vendors and service providers for benefits administration and issue resolution. Communicate benefits information clearly to employees and handle queries effectively. Career Architecture Management: Assist in Designing and implementing frameworks that define job roles, career paths, and organizational structures. Ensure alignment of career paths with job evaluation and compensation structures. Maintain accurate mapping of employees to the career architecture for transparency and consistency. Compliance & Governance: Ensure adherence to local labor laws, tax regulations, and company policies. Maintain accurate records and documentation for audits and reporting. Analytics & Reporting: Prepare compensation and benefits reports for management decision-making. Prepare reports and dashboards to track compensation trends, benefits utilization, and workforce costs Employee Support: Act as a point of contact for compensation and benefits-related queries. Qualifications MBA in HR, Business Administration, or related field. 4–8 years of experience in compensation and benefits, Organization Structure / Career Architect Strong knowledge of compensation principles, benefits programs, and compliance requirements. Proficiency in HRIS systems and MS Excel. Analytical mindset with attention to detail. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Knowledge of labor laws and benefits regulations. Additional Information Key Competencies: Integrity and confidentiality Problem-solving and analytical thinking Customer service orientation Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Responsibilities

The Compensation & Benefits Specialist is responsible for designing, implementing, and administering compensation and benefits programs. This role includes managing salary structures, benefits programs, compliance with legal requirements, and providing employee support.