Benefits & Compensation Analyst

Elevate the Future with Lesaffre

For over 170 years, Lesaffre has been a pioneering force in the world of fermentation, harnessing the power of microorganisms to transform industries from baking to healthcare. As a key global player, we've built a presence in 96 countries, employing 11,000 passionate innovators who share our unwavering commitment to excellence.

Driven by our core values of passion, respect, trust, entrepreneurship, and humility, we're constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Our 3-billion euro enterprise collaborates with visionary customers, partners, and researchers to develop essential nutrients and bioactives that strengthen human health, optimize animal well-being, and improve plant nutrition.

Lesaffre's Baking Division is a leader in the industry, leveraging deep expertise in fermentation to develop innovative solutions. The division offers a comprehensive portfolio of baking ingredients and services, including specialized yeast strains and enzymes, customized fermentation processes, and technical support and expertise. The team collaborates closely with customers to create tailored solutions that address their unique needs and stay ahead of market trends. Lesaffre has the resources and know-how to support a wide range of customers, from global bakery brands to local artisanal producers.

What We Offer  

• The opportunity to represent a passionate organization focused on innovation and sustainability 
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits starting on day one, including health, dental, vision, and 401(k) with employer match
• 11 paid holidays
• The ability to leverage your expertise and make a tangible, meaningful impact on the business and our sustainability initiatives
• Opportunities for continuous growth and development, including the ability to take on new challenges and collaborate across our international business units

How You'll Contribute to Our Success

You will be a key partner in shaping our total rewards strategy to attract and retain top talent. Leveraging your analytical expertise and deep understanding of compensation and benefits, you will design competitive, compliant programs aligned with our business goals. Collaborating cross-functionally, you will provide data-driven insights to inform critical decisions, positioning Lesaffre as an employer of choice.

What You’ll Do as a Benefits & Compensation Analyst  

Benefits (40%)

•  Administer leaves of absence, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, 401(k), and wellness programs
•  Provide support and guidance to employees, managers, and HR partners on benefits eligibility, enrollment, and issues
•  Lead annual open enrollment and new hire benefits presentations
•  Analyze utilization and cost data to recommend plan improvements

Compensation (35%)

•  Conduct market pricing and benchmarking to maintain competitive pay structures
•  Partner with HRBPs and Talent Acquisition on job leveling, internal equity, and compensation processes
•  Support annual merit, bonus, and incentive programs
•  Ensure FLSA compliance through job evaluations and audits

Program Data Analysis & Projects (15%)

•  Participate in surveys, analyze data, and monitor trends to enhance benefits
•  Develop communications and training to improve program understanding
•  Support implementation of new Total Rewards systems and processes
•  Provide data-driven insights to guide strategic decisions

Compliance & Governance (10%)

•  Manage compliance related to compensation and benefits administration
•  Maintain compensation platforms and data integrity
•  Support internal audits and compliance reviews
•  Other duties as assigned

Required qualifications:  

•  Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
•  5 years of progressive experience in benefits or total rewards
•  Experience with leave management, open enrollment, and managing compliance reporting (5500s and 1095c)
•  Proficiency in Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, modeling)
•  Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., UKG)

Preferred qualifications: 

•  Experience with compensation (data analysis, benchmarking, etc.)
•  Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), Certified Benefits Professional (CBP), or Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS)
•  Experience with compensation systems (e.g., BetterComp, HRSoft)

Lesaffre provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.