Compensation Analyst

Job Summary

The Compensation Analyst administers compensation programs, supporting the design and development of compensation structures. This role is responsible for managing compensation systems, compensation initiatives and ongoing compensation projects and programs. This role ensures competitive and equitable pay practices by conducting market research, analyzing compensation data, and evaluating jobs. The Compensation Analyst collaborates with HR and business leaders to ensure compensation strategies align with company goals and industry standards.

This role is based in Portland, OR, and requires a regular presence at our global headquarters (minimum three days per week).

Essential Functions

Completes job analysis, including market pricing, job description documentation, and overtime exemption review.

Evaluates job descriptions for new and existing positions, providing recommendations on the appropriate salary range and grade.

Manages and participates in compensation surveys to collect and analyze competitive pay and practice information to help determine the company's competitive position and salary ranges for all roles.

Assists in the design, implementation, and management of compensation structures and pay policies.

Provides training and support to the P&C team, leaders, and employees on compensation policies and company compensation philosophy.

Responsible for maintaining internal compensation intranet.

Conducts benchmarking, performs data analysis, and formulates recommendations to ensure competitive, cost-effective, and legally compliant compensation programs and practices.

Conducts special market studies, where appropriate, to validate or establish competitive pay strategies for specific jobs.

Analyzes, understands, and recommends process improvements to enhance effectiveness and efficiency.

Support the annual compensation cycle (merit increases, bonuses, equity planning) through data management, analytics, and reporting

Participates in the administration of various compensation programs as needed, including annual salary review, annual bonus, and others.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or business-related discipline

Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or similar credential

Three (3) years experience in HR operations, compensation, or systems

Two (2) years experience working with salary surveys and compensation programs

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong analytical and quantitative

Proficiency in HRIS

Advanced Excel skills, including lookups, pivots, and the ability to present data for review

Experience with compensation benchmarking tools (e.g., PayScale, Mercer, Radford). Working knowledge of PayFactors highly preferred

Knowledge of compensation laws and regulations

Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage confidential data

Travel: No

Base Salary: $82,500 - $87,500 yearly

This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated base salary range for this position. The actual base salary will depend on numerous factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, and location. Our base salary is just one component of our competitive total rewards strategy, which includes numerous benefits and perks as well as specific health and welfare benefits.

Why Work at KEEN: Driven by a passion for life outside, KEEN is a values-led, independently owned brand from Portland, Oregon, that’s on a mission to create original and versatile products, improve lives, and inspire outside adventure. Founded in 2003, KEEN launched a revolution in the footwear industry with the introduction of the Newport adventure sandal and has donated more than $18 million to non-profit organizations and causes around the world to promote responsible outdoor recreation, including conservation efforts to protect open spaces. KEEN strives to show the world through its products and its actions that a business for good can actually be good for business. By giving back, reducing impact, and activating communities and individuals to protect the places where we work and play, KEEN puts its values in motion and takes action to leave the world a better place.

At KEEN, we believe in a more just and equitable future for all people. As a global brand, we acknowledge that our business, buildings, and daily lives exist within the traditional territories of indigenous peoples. We strive for a future that recognizes the knowledge, rights, and resilience of these peoples.

Fuerst Group, KEEN, and Chrome are equal opportunity employers. We value an inclusive and diverse community. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.