What's the Short Version?
The Compensation Administrator supports the administration and analysis of SanMar's compensation program, including supporting the annual bonus and merit process, conducting pay range reviews, reviewing job descriptions, and acting as a key contact for our HR teams. The position identifies compensation policy and practice opportunities which may make a positive difference to the business and the employee experience, and makes recommendations for change.
What Will You Be Doing?
- Conduct reviews of functional areas; analyze market trends; complete statistical reports and assist in the development of recommendations and action plans designed to attract, retain, and reward employees.
- Provide support for HR partners by supplying appropriate pay grades, ranges and pay data for new positions, new hires, promotions, etc.
- Complete research and analysis to ensure pay plans and ranges remain competitive; make recommendations for adjustments and compensation program enhancements.
- Prepare salary survey submissions, market assessments and associated analysis.
- Administer the annual merit and bonus process including managing data, conducting trainings, analyzing changes, and providing logistical support and compensation guidance to HR and managers.
- Maintain job description library, draft and update job descriptions, evaluate jobs, and determine their classification.
- Assist with analytics, creating reports and presentations for HR Leadership.
- In conjunction with the HRIS team, support development and maintenance of compensation data, tables and overall set-up in all HRIS systems, maximize HRIS system capabilities to administer all compensation programs effectively and efficiently.
- Assist in resolution of routine compensation concerns and responds to issues and questions from managers and employees.
- Monitor and audit pay practices to ensure compliance with policies, guidelines, and wage and hour laws; conduct FLSA assessments.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Comply with all policies and standards.
What Are We Looking For?
- 6+ years of education or equivalent experience in HR or related field including 2+ years supporting a Compensation function
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR)-HRCI or equivalent certification preferred
- CCP - Certified Compensation Professional preferred
- General understanding and knowledge of wage and hour laws and compensation practices, including state equity pay regulations and FLSA compliance guidelines.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Advanced Excel knowledge; ability to create comprehensive spreadsheets and relational databases/tables and dashboards. PowerBI experience preferred.
- Excellent research skills and great attention to detail.
- Strong organizational skills, to include the ability to prioritize projects and meet established or anticipated deadlines.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality in all work performed.
- Professional oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently in the completion of assigned tasks.
What's Our Offer?
Salary Range: You`ll earn between $38.54 - $48.08 on an hourly basis, depending on experience.
Bonus: You`ll be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus up to 10% of base salary.
Paid Time Off: You`ll accrue paid time off on a weekly basis based on hours worked up to 112 hours per year to start. Employees also receive 8 paid holidays and 1 paid family day off.
Additional Benefits:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 401k plan and matches $1 for $1 up to 4% of earnings, matched & vested at every pay cycle
- Life insurance
- Short/long-term disability coverage
- Paid maternity/paternity leave
- Pet insurance
What Should You Expect?
Hybrid: SanMar's Eastpointe office is located in Issaquah, WA in the Seattle metropolitan area. Employees are required to work in our offices Tuesday through Thursday each week and additional days may be added based on business needs. Our standard working hours are 8:00-5:00 PST. Periodic travel may be required. The employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods while working on a computer and participating in virtual and in-person meetings. Frequent use of hands for keyboarding and standard office equipment is required. Occasional standing, walking, and reaching may be needed to attend meetings or collaborate in an office setting. The role requires the ability to perform close visual work on a computer for extended periods. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10–15 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Skills Required
- 6+ years of education or equivalent experience in HR or a related field, including 2+ years supporting a Compensation function
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification or equivalent
- Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certification
- Knowledge of wage-and-hour laws, compensation practices, state pay equity regulations, and FLSA compliance guidelines
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
- Advanced Excel skills, including comprehensive spreadsheets, relational databases or tables, and dashboards
- Power BI experience
- Excellent research skills and attention to detail
- Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize projects and meet deadlines
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Professional oral and written communication skills
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently
SanMar Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SanMar and has not been reviewed or approved by SanMar.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability, alongside an EAP and digital mental‑health and chronic‑condition tools. Benefits are often characterized as solid for the company's size, supporting positive views of total rewards.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with company match and per‑pay‑period vesting is repeatedly highlighted, reinforcing retirement support as a core element of the package. This straightforward match is framed as competitive within the company’s industry context.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off with holiday schedules and a dedicated family day are emphasized, alongside documented paid parental leave. Role‑specific postings also indicate PTO accrual that begins early and grows with tenure.
SanMar Insights
What We Do
SanMar’s success and growth can be attributed to one thing - outstanding employees who provide superior services and products to our customers. We promote a culture that recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance. Recognizing that happy and relaxed employees make better ambassadors for SanMar, we encourage initiative and participation by creating a casual environment that taps full employee potential. Family owned since 1971, SanMar is an award-winning supplier of over 20 retail and private brands of imprintable apparel and accessories, including Port Authority, America’s No. 1 preferred private label. SanMar is the exclusive distributor of Nike Golf, Eddie Bauer®, OGIO® and New Era®. SanMar is based outside Seattle, WA, with eight national distribution centers. We invest in your future with life-enhancing opportunities and benefits including: • Competitive pay and bonuses • Competitive benefits • Company paid time off (PTO) • Life insurance • 401(k) plan with matching fund • Flexible spending program • Anniversary awards • Discounts on brand name clothing • Diverse and laid-back atmosphere • One floating family holiday every year • Monthly employee events • Charitable giving of your choice • Flexible schedules We’re growing and encourage you to find out what over 4,000 employees call the “The SanMar Difference.” SanMar is currently accepting resumes for those who have the necessary skills. SanMar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
