Sr. Compensation Analyst

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Springfield, MO, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Retail • Software
The Role
Designs, analyzes, and administers compensation programs, including market pricing, salary structures, pay grades, annual compensation planning, incentives, and regulatory compliance. Partners with HR, Finance, and business leaders to provide data-driven compensation recommendations, maintain data integrity, improve reporting, develop policies, and support hiring, promotion, retention, and pay decisions. Leads compensation projects, mentors junior staff, and monitors market and legislative trends.
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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Senior Compensation Analyst is responsible for designing, analyzing, and administering compensation programs that support the Company’s talent strategy while ensuring market competitiveness, internal equity, regulatory compliance, and fiscal responsibility. This role serves as a subject matter expert on compensation, partnering with the Compensation Manager, Human Resources Business Partners, Finance Leadership, and other business leaders to develop strategic compensation solutions, conduct complex market analyses, and provide data-driven recommendations that attract, retain, and reward talent. The Senior Compensation Analyst also leads compensation projects, mentors junior team members, and drives continuous improvement in compensation processes and programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Partner with the Compensation Manager to design, implement, and administrate compensation programs, policies, and practices that align with company objectives.
  • Conduct complex market pricing analyses using multiple salary surveys and external labor market data to evaluate the competitiveness of the compensation structure
  • Maintain salary structures, pay grades, and geographic differentials.
  • Evaluate new and existing positions/job profiles to ensure accurate job classification, internal equity, and market alignment.
  • Serve as a compensation consultant to HR Business Partners on compensation decisions, including hiring offers, promotions, transfers, retention requests, and market analyses.
  • Lead the annual compensation planning process, including merit increases, market adjustments, and incentives.
  • Analyze compensation trends and workforce data to identify risks, while recommending strategic improvements to the Compensation Manager.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local compensation regulations, including wage and hour laws, pay transparency requirements, and equal pay legislation.
  • Participate in compensation surveys, evaluate survey methodologies, and recommend appropriate benchmarking strategies.
  • Partner with HRIS and Finance to maintain compensation data integrity and improve reporting capabilities.
  • Develop compensation policies, procedures, and governance documentation.
  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to Compensation Analyst, Compensation Coordinator and other HR stakeholders.
  • Stay current on compensation trends, best practices, legislation, and industry developments to recommend program enhancements.
  • ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum Degree Required:  Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Data Analysis, Human Resources or a related field.
  • Certificate(s) or License(s): Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or attainment toward is desired.
  • Experience:   3-4 years of Compensation experience; Retail industry experience a plus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:

  • Demonstrated knowledge of broad-based compensation and incentive programs, policies and practices. 
  • Demonstrated analytical thinking skills with the ability to exercise sound judgment, attention to detail and problem resolution.
  • Strong data analysis skills using both qualitative and quantitative data.  Ability to analyze complex problems and devise viable solutions.  Ability to synthesis information in presentation format to Executive Management.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills with attention to detail is required.
  • Considerable knowledge and skills in job analysis, job evaluation, market analysis and survey participation.
  • Knowledge of labor markets and trends affecting grades/ranges and other aspects of compensation.
  • Critical HR Competencies including strong process management skills.
  • Strong skills in the design and delivery of compensation training materials.
  • Knowledge and experience interpreting regulatory requirements and relevant federal and state laws/regulations.
  • Ability to partner with others and have demonstrated influencing and negotiation skills at all levels of management.
  • Exemplary verbal and written communication skills.
  • Possess excellent time management skills, ability to juggle multiple tasks, agility to adapt to shifting/multiple priorities and deadlines, and manipulate large data sets while maintaining data integrity.
  • Proven ability to maintain confidentiality. 
  • Ability to mentor junior staff members.
  • Excellent computer skills, specifically with spreadsheets such as Excel and presentation software. Microsoft Access is a plus.  Workday experience preferred.  PayScale’s MarketPay experience or other market pricing software is preferred.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:  

  • Up to 10%

Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Voluntary benefits
  • 401k Retirement Savings
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid vacation
  • Paid sick time
  • Bass Pro Cares Fund
  • And more!

We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis.


Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer.  Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.


Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at [email protected].

Bass Pro Shops

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Data Analysis, Human Resources, or a related field
  • 3–4 years of compensation experience
  • Knowledge of broad-based compensation and incentive programs
  • Strong quantitative and qualitative data analysis skills
  • Knowledge of job analysis, job evaluation, market analysis, and compensation surveys
  • Knowledge of labor markets, compensation structures, grades, and ranges
  • Knowledge of applicable federal and state compensation laws and regulations
  • Strong project management, organization, process management, and communication skills
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and data integrity
  • Ability to influence, negotiate, partner with management, and mentor junior staff
  • Excellent spreadsheet and presentation software skills, especially Microsoft Excel
  • Certified Compensation Professional certification or progress toward certification
  • Retail industry experience
  • Microsoft Access experience
  • Workday experience
  • PayScale MarketPay or other market-pricing software experience

Bass Pro Shops Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Bass Pro Shops and has not been reviewed or approved by Bass Pro Shops.

  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision with HSA/FSA options and an advertised employer HSA credit for eligible plans. Wellness programs plus life and disability insurance provide additional coverage.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation, sick time, and holiday pay are available for eligible team members. Hourly employees have seen enhancements to early‑tenure paid time off in recent updates.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Substantial merchandise discounts and savings at company restaurants, resorts, and attractions are a standout perk. A hardship fund offers one‑time grants for qualified needs.

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The Company
HQ: Springfield, MO
8,278 Employees
Year Founded: 1972

What We Do

Bass Pro Shops is North America’s premier outdoor and conservation company. Founded in 1972 when Johnny Morris began selling tackle out of his father’s liquor store in Springfield, Missouri, today we provide customers with premier destination retail in more than 150 locations across North America. In 2017 Bass Pro Shops acquired Cabela’s to create a “best-of-the-best” experience with superior products, dynamic locations and outstanding customer service. Guided by the visionary leadership of our founder and CEO Johnny Morris, Bass Pro Shops is making a significant impact in on the future of conservation and the communities we serve. More than 40 years after Johnny began helping people connect with nature through a tiny bait shop, our conservation mission is to inspire people to enjoy, love and conserve the great outdoors. Beyond retail, Bass Pro Shops also operates White River Marine Group, the world’s largest manufacturer of boats, plus award-winning resorts and nature destinations including Big Cedar Lodge, America’s Premier Wilderness Resort. Our passion for connecting people to nature extends to our CLUB program where customers earn points toward free gear and experiences, and a series of not-for-profit conservation attractions.

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