Compensation Analyst

Company Description

Running with Sasquatch is more than just a clever marketing campaign. As a Jack Link’s team member, Running with Sasquatch means we roll up our buffalo plaid sleeves and do the hard work first. We don’t shy away from challenges. In fact, we push hard and take risks. True to our North Woods roots, we're a bunch of ordinary people who accomplish extraordinary things by driving results with innovation, creativity and a clear sense of urgency. Like our awesome protein products, we have an unwavering passion for quality, and you won’t find anything artificial here. What you see is what you get…authentic, humble and fun people who Run with Sasquatch!

Running with Sasquatch takes a team. We invite you to run with us, succeed with us, and celebrate with us. Most importantly, Feed Your Wild Side® with us on our journey to be the dominant global leader of branded protein snacks!

Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Still family-owned and operated with headquarters in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s also has a large corporate hub in Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, and operates a total of 11 manufacturing and distribution facilities in four countries. Jack Link’s produces high-quality, great-tasting protein snacks that feed the wild sides of consumers around the world. Jack Link's Protein Snacks family of brands includes Jack Link's, LK, World Kitchens Jerky, Bifi and Peperami.

Job Description

The Compensation Analyst supports the development, administration, and analysis of Jack Link’s compensation programs to ensure internal equity, external competitiveness, and compliance with applicable laws. This role conducts market research, evaluates job roles, analyzes pay trends, and partners with HR and business leaders to make data-driven compensation decisions that support the organization’s talent strategy.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the administration and maintaining compensation structures, salary ranges, pay grades, and job evaluation systems.
• Assist with the annual compensation cycle, including merit increases, bonuses, and market adjustments.
• Monitor internal pay practices to ensure consistency, transparency, and alignment with compensation philosophy.
• Conduct job analysis and evaluations to determine appropriate job levels, salary ranges, and FLSA classification.
• Perform comprehensive market pricing using compensation surveys, benchmarking tools, and internal comparators.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret compensation data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Support pay equity analysis, compression reviews, and competitive pay assessments.
• Ensure compensation programs comply with federal, state, and local laws (e.g., FLSA, pay transparency, equal pay regulations).
• Support audits and prepare documentation to demonstrate compliance with compensation policies.
• Partner with HR Business Partners and leaders to provide consultation on compensation decisions.
• Present market insights, pay analysis findings, and recommendations to HR and leadership.
• Advise on offer packages, pay adjustments, and retention strategies using data-driven guidance.
• Maintain compensation modules within HRIS or dedicated compensation platforms.
• Manage survey tools and compensation benchmarking platforms (e.g., PayScale).
• Support the annual year-end merit and bonus planning process
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in compensation analysis or HR analytics.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with advanced Excel proficiency.
• Ability to interpret data, identify trends, and translate findings into actionable insights.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Ability to communicate complex compensation concepts to non-technical audiences.        

Preferred

• Experience with compensation surveys and benchmarking tools.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems (UKG).
• Experience supporting annual compensation cycles in a medium or large organization.     

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Analytical Thinking – Ability to synthesize large datasets and produce meaningful insights.
• Confidentiality & Integrity – Handles sensitive compensation data with discretion.
• Business Acumen – Understands organizational structures, labor markets, and talent strategy.
• Communication Skills – Clear and concise in verbal and written communication.
• Problem-Solving – Evaluates data and proposes thoughtful solutions.
• Collaboration – Works effectively with HR and business stakeholders.    

Additional Information

JACK LINK’S CORE VALUES:

Be Real, Speed Matters, Stewardship, Relationship Driven, Self-Discipline, and Show Awesome Character.

Additional Information

The salary range for this role is $70,000 - $85,000 (Annually).  Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Link’s Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Link’s provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Jack Link’s provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law.

E-VERIFY:
Jack Link’s is participant in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.  For information about the E-Verify program, please visit:  http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.