Global Payroll Director
About the role
The Global Payroll Director role provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career. You will tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement global payroll strategies in collaboration with senior leadership, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Oversee global payroll operations to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.
Initiate and approve projects to improve payroll efficiency and competitiveness. Establish and manage departmental budgets, approving programs and budget deviations.
Manage contracts and contract renewals, ensuring payroll vendor contractual obligations are met. Ensure payroll processes and resources comply with SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) controls and other regulatory requirements.
Manage a team of payroll professionals, including senior managers. Provide direct supervision, set objectives, conduct performance reviews, and identify training and development needs.
Act as the point of escalation for regional payroll vendors. Resolve escalated program issues, ensuring programs meet business objectives on time and within budget. Support Country Managers with timely policy decisions and approvals.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the payroll team. Work with payroll vendors on improvements identified during payroll audits.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the payroll team. Implement performance management processes to set objectives, provide regular feedback, and conduct performance reviews. Identify training and development needs for team members and provide opportunities for skill enhancement and career growth. Mentor and coach team members to build a high-performing and motivated payroll team. Recognize and reward outstanding performance and contributions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start)
- 10+ years experience in global payroll management in a private, public, government or military environment
- 8+ years of experience in a leadership role
- Master's degree from an accredited institution (preferred)
- Strong strategic thinking and decision-making skills
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities
- Proven ability to manage budgets and resources effectively
- Experience with payroll systems and software
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision
- Knowledge of industry trends and best practices in payroll management
- Familiarity with SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) controls and compliance requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start)
- 10+ years experience in global payroll management in a private, public, government or military environment
- 8+ years of experience in a leadership role
- Master's degree from an accredited institution (preferred)
- Strong strategic thinking and decision-making skills
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities
- Proven ability to manage budgets and resources effectively
- Experience with payroll systems and software
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision
- Knowledge of industry trends and best practices in payroll management
- Familiarity with SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) controls and compliance requirements
Benefits
Pay and benefits for this role are competitive and may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. Additional information is available at: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.
Pay
The expected compensation range for this position is $250,253 - $305,864, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible.
Schedule
This role follows an on-site working model, requiring the employee to work at least four days a week at the 3M Center in Maplewood, MN. Travel may include up to 10% domestic.
Location
Work location: This role follows an on-site working model, requiring the employee to work at least four days a week at the 3M Center in Maplewood, MN.
Relocation
May be authorized
Equal Opportunity Employer
3M is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in compliance with applicable laws. If you require reasonable accommodation due to a disability during any part of the employment process, please notify the appropriate HR contact. Please do not mention any salary history in response to any job application. 3M is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or any other protected status.