Total Rewards Analyst

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design and administration of competitive compensation and benefits programs with a focus on accuracy, operational excellence and employee experience.
• Compensation:
• Support base and variable pay programs through market pricing, job evaluation, eligibility monitoring, and execution of annual merit and incentive cycles.
• Prepare and validate data files; perform eligibility checks and calculations.
• Conduct job evaluations and market pricing using established methodologies.
• Maintain salary structures and support benchmarking analyses.
• Administer variable pay plans (eligibility tracking, reporting, payout support).
• Respond to employee, manager, and HR inquiries regarding compensation practices.
• Support compensation compliance and continuous process improvement.
• Benefits:
• Ensure compliance with regulations (ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, etc.).
• Manage required filings (PCORI, CMS, federal, state, and local).
• Support open enrollment activities and ongoing benefits administration.
• Manage payroll integration, data feeds, and leave administration processes.
• Develop and distribute employee communications, SPDs, and plan documentation.
• Support benefits-related projects, enhancements, and implementations.
• Compliance, Audit & Risk Management:
• Perform benefits compliance testing (e.g., non-discrimination testing).
• Support internal and external audits.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting.
• Ensure adherence to policies and regulatory requirements.
• Systems, Data & Analytics:
• Support HRIS configuration and system administration.
• Maintain data integrity, file management, and reporting processes.
• Conduct advanced data analysis (primarily in Excel).
• Participate in system enhancements, upgrades, and implementations.
• Process Improvement & Optimization:
• Identify opportunities to improve compensation and benefits processes.
• Enhance tools, documentation, and workflows.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communication & Stakeholder Support:
• Respond to employee, manager, and HR partner inquiries.
• Develop presentations, guides, and communications materials.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors.
• Provide updates and insights to leadership.
• Teamwork & General Responsibilities:
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure effective program delivery.
• Keep leadership informed of key developments and issues.
• Support team coordination and shared responsibilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

About Us

Northern Tool + Equipment is a family business with roots stretching back three generations to Minnesota’s Iron Range, where our blue-collar work ethic and commitment to serving the people who do the tough jobs was born. Our mission is to be the best in the world at serving the professional tradespeople and those who want to work like them. With over 130 retail stores across 24 states, top national brands and global manufacturing operations designed to create our own specialized tools and equipment, we are busting our knuckles to deliver the products, prices and advice our customers need to succeed. We’re looking for people who share our blue-collar work ethic. If you’re the kind of person who likes to put your nose to the grindstone to help your customers and company succeed, we’d love to talk to you about becoming a member of our team.

Northern Tool + Equipment is proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Top Midsize Employer in 2023. We are committed to creating a workplace where your contributions are valued, and your professional growth is encouraged. When you join our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive and competitive compensation package that includes:

• Competitive Pay: Earn $76,800 to $110,340 annually, with your exact compensation personalized based on your skills, experience, and location.
• Flexible Work Schedule: Achieve the work-life balance you deserve with our full-time, 8-hour shifts, Monday – Friday, complemented by a hybrid work schedule that allows you to work both remotely and in the office.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Your health and well-being are our priority. We offer a variety of health plans, so you can choose what best fits your needs. Employees working 30+ hours per week enjoy a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan with an enhanced company match to support your financial future.
• Generous Employee Discount: Love our products? So do we! Enjoy a significant discount on the quality tools and equipment we offer, helping you save on the items you love to use.
• Incentives: Be rewarded for eligible incentive programs.