HR Compensation Specialist I at Kimball Midwest in Columbus, OH

Job description

• Kimball Midwest, a national distributor of maintenance, repair, and operation products, is searching for a HR Compensation Specialist l for our Columbus, OH location.
• As a Kimball Midwest associate, you’ll be part of a company built on long-term growth and strong values. From $1 million in sales in 1983 to over $500 million today, our success has been driven by our people. Despite our growth, we have stayed true to our family-owned and operated roots—where employees are recognized as individuals and our culture remains a top priority.
• The Compensation Specialist I supports the day-to-day administration of compensation programs and position management processes while ensuring data accuracy, regulatory compliance, and operational effectiveness. This role is responsible for processing compensation-related transactions, maintaining compensation and organizational data, and supporting incentive programs for both internal associates and the sales force. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and committed to delivering exceptional service while supporting the organization's compensation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Administers compensation-related processes and programs for internal associates and the sales force, ensuring accurate and timely execution of position changes, adjustments, and submissions
• Responds to inquiries from internal associates and sales team regarding compensation, providing clear and accurate explanations and solutions
• Ensures accurate and timely processing of compensation and position adjustments, updates, and payouts, collaborating closely with Payroll and HR teams
• Maintains knowledge of compensation laws and regulations to uphold compliance in all areas of responsibility
• Partners with Compensation Assistance Manager to interpret and apply compensation guidelines and policies accurately
• Supports the implementation of compensation process improvements
• Follows proper approval processes for internal associate and sales force compensation increases
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop and enhance compensation-related communication materials and training programs
• Assists with analyzing position job functions to make FLSA designation determinations
• Performs audits and data validations to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and compliance of compensation, position, and workforce information
• Supports annual compensation planning activities, including the processing of related personnel actions and document administration
• Administers compensation programs and submissions for sales incentive, bonus, and development programs
• Creates, maintains, and updates position descriptions, job titles, and related compensation documentation in alignment with organizational guidelines and business needs
• Benchmarks and appropriately communicates compensation data as requested by management to ensure fair and accurate compensation practices
• Processes employment verification requests and maintains accurate employment and compensation records to support timely and compliant responses
• Reviews compensation portions of the Company Handbook and Sales Policy Manual on a quarterly basis to maintain accuracy

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in HR
• Proficient computer literacy in Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)
• A SHRM-CP certification or plan to achieve
• The ability to read and write small letters and numbers; the ability to make arithmetic calculations; and the ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions
• The successful completion of a ninety (90) day orientation period

Skills

Required

• Ability to make arithmetic calculations

Benefits

• We offer a benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, company sponsored life, optional life and disability insurance, Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts, a 401(k) plus match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (PTO), a Dress for your Day dress code and paid holidays.