Senior Total Rewards Manager (m/f/d)

The Senior Total Rewards Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day administration and implementation of total rewards policies and programs for the EMENA region. The position will lead market research and analysis, and develop compensation recommendations based on company guidelines related to compensation plans. This role will report to the Leader, Total Rewards, EMENA and Americas and closely partner with the Total Rewards team in both regions. This role will provide expert advice to HR Business Partners and management teams in the region to enable the business to attract, retain, and engage employees.Your responsibilities: Partner with Total Rewards Analyst and HR Business Partners by providing guidance and administering compensation actions (e.g. job evaluation and market pricing, salary offers, market adjustments and variable pay) for the EMENA regionLead the annual compensation planning process for the region and coordinate with local and regional HRBPsEducates HRBPs, supervisors and managers on all Total Rewards programs. Advises management of appropriate resolution for Total Rewards related issues.Recommend, conduct, and participate in salary surveys in order to determine prevailing pay rates and maintain competitive compensation levels in given local marketIn collaboration with the HRBP and/or local Labor Relations COE, develops Total Rewards proposals as part of union negotiation processComplete pay practice studies to ensure EMENA is in compliance with local compensation and benefits regulations and are competitive and aligned with prevailing practices in the market. This may include elements such as savings plans, profit sharing, and competitiveness and impact on retentionIdentifies and manages local compensation and benefit vendors/providersParticipate in HR technology initiatives for the regionAct as an advisor to employees and the international mobility team on international assignments. Partners with the regional Global Mobility team to complete offers for expats (short or long term) and cross-border transfersConduct ongoing research into emerging trends, issues and best practices and make proposals to optimize pay/benefit systems for our operationsDevelops and generates reports to support key HR processes and perform necessary audits to ensure accuracy of compensation dataPerforms other duties as assignedManage and maintain salary structures (Global Grading), analyze salary survey data and develop merit budget recommendations, market reference points, and variable compensation elements. Includes keeping the compensation framework accurate with current job/compensation data Your profile: 5 years or greater Total Rewards experience requiredExperience working with works councilsExperience working on employee pay programsAbility to travel across multiple office locationsBachelor's degree in human resource management, business or related field, or equivalent.Fluency in German and English is requiredSolid organizational and multitasking skills to include effective time management and ability to handle multiple projects and prioritiesStrong quantitative, analytical and problem solving skills, and attention to detailStrong background in compensation design, analysis and administration, including experience with the design of incentive programs for professional and hourly employeesKnowledge of benefit programs and market practicesEffective verbal, written, and presentation skills with demonstrated ability to present complex ideasExperienced in deploying communication strategies and success metricsAbility to work independently and within a team Proficiency in the use of PC software tools for analysis, audits, reports, and presentations including advanced Excel skill Your profile: Continuous opportunities for growth and development in one of the world largest sanitary producerCooperative, vibrant and dynamic team and people-oriented corporate cultureOpportunity to join a company, which is a Great Place to Work Legend 5 years in a rowCompetitive compensation package Interested? Then we are looking forward to your application. Grohe AGMs. Berna EkinciFeldmühleplatz Düsseldorf