Total Rewards & Talent Programs Lead

About the role

The Total Rewards & Talent Programs Lead is responsible for designing, implementing, and scaling the company's total rewards and talent management strategies across both field and corporate populations. This role owns the end-to-end employee value proposition, ensuring compensation, benefits, career growth, performance, and talent development programs are aligned to attract, retain, and motivate top talent.

Key Responsibilities

• Total Rewards
• Own the strategy, design, and administration of compensation, benefits, salary structures, and incentive programs.
• Lead market benchmarking, annual compensation planning, and pay governance.
• Ensure rewards programs support attraction, retention, and performance goals.
• Talent & Performance
• Lead performance management, talent reviews, succession planning, and promotion processes.
• Design scalable career frameworks and development programs for field and corporate employees.
• Partner with leaders on workforce planning and talent development strategies.
• Employee Growth & Experience
• Create an integrated employee experience that aligns rewards, performance, and career growth.
• Drive programs that strengthen engagement, retention, and organizational performance.
• Analytics & Leadership
• Measure program effectiveness through workforce and compensation analytics.
• Provide data-driven recommendations to leadership on talent and rewards investments.
• Partner cross-functionally to build scalable programs that support company growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in Total Rewards and Talent Programs in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Experience designing and building compensation structures, incentive programs, and career frameworks for high-volume hourly employee populations.
• Strong knowledge of compensation benchmarking and workforce planning.
• Experience partnering with executive leaders on talent and organizational strategies.
• Strong analytical, project management, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting both hourly field operations and corporate employee populations.
• Experience in logistics, transportation, technology, marketplace, or high-growth environments.
• CCP, GRP, or related compensation certifications.
• Experience with building compensation planning and talent management systems.

Benefits

8Fleet offers a competitive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and sick time
• Company holidays
• Equity opportunities
• 401(k) benefits

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

8Fleet is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Career Path

Compensation Range: $150K - $160K