Senior Compensation Engagement Partner

Come join our dynamic Compensation Team at Whole Foods Market! We have an exciting new opportunity for a Sr. Compensation Engagement Partner. This role is responsible for developing and executing communication and training strategies to enhance understanding and engagement with compensation programs across retail stores, distribution centers, facilities, and Store Support (corporate) offices. By driving proactive engagement and delivering impactful training, this role ensures that stakeholders are informed, connected, and empowered to navigate compensation programs effectively.

This role is based in Austin, TX, with an expectation of being in the Store Support office five days a week, but with the flexibility needed to take care of what you need to do.

Key Responsibilities:

Engagement Strategy:

• Lead efforts to build stakeholder engagement with compensation programs through clear, compelling, and inclusive communication strategies.
• Develop initiatives to foster transparency and trust in compensation policies and practices across all levels of the organization.

Training Design and Delivery:

• Create and deliver training programs that engage Team Members and leaders, improving their understanding of compensation structures, processes, and goals.
• Use innovative approaches, including interactive workshops, eLearning modules, and visual storytelling, to drive learning retention.
• Partner with HR teams to deliver targeted training aligned with organizational goals and audience needs.

Content Development:

• Revamp and standardize job profiles, ensuring they accurately reflect responsibilities, career progression opportunities, and organizational consistency.
• Design user-friendly resources, such as FAQs, guides, and toolkits, that support Team Members in understanding and navigating compensation programs.

Collaboration and Partnership:

• Build strong relationships with compensation and HR partners to identify gaps in communication and training strategies.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to stakeholders by proactively identifying opportunities to enhance engagement through improved resources and outreach.
• Facilitate open dialogue with employees, managers, and leadership to capture feedback and refine initiatives.

Measurement and Continuous Improvement:

• Track the effectiveness of engagement and training strategies using surveys, feedback loops, and participation metrics.
• Report findings and actionable recommendations to leadership to drive continuous improvement.
• Stay informed on best practices and trends in HR communication and learning to introduce innovative approaches.

Skills and Competencies:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex topics into clear and engaging messages.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and foster engagement across diverse teams.
• Creative problem-solving and the ability to innovate training and communication methods.
• Expertise in leveraging digital tools, eLearning platforms, and data visualization for impactful delivery.
• Analytical and data-driven mindset to assess and refine engagement strategies.
• Project management skills to manage multiple initiatives with competing priorities effectively.

Education & Experience:

• BA/BS degree and 4-6+ years' relevant experience OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

At Whole Foods Market, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all Team Members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Whole Foods Market hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.Whole Foods Market works with job sites like Indeed, LinkedIn, and ZipRecruiter to promote opportunities at our company. Please be aware that other career sites may not be accurate or up to date and may even be fraudulent. We encourage and recommend all candidates to apply via our site.