In alignment with Group Strategies, Policies, and Guidelines, the Compensation Analyst is responsible for administration, analysis, and optimization of Compensation Programs alongside cost control, reporting and ensuring regulatory compliance. Providing support to the P&O team that will attract and retain talent that will drive Ferrero's global objectives across Wells. You will support the local implementation of our global Rewards strategy, ensuring compensation programs and tools are competitive and aligned to business priorities. You'll provide clear and speedy business information, tools, communications support / advice to the local personnel in Rewards.
Administration of the Compensation plan locally and the Group reward programs, which includes reporting and having as point of reference to Group Rewards.
Responsible, along with the Director for the deployment of local compensation polices and ad hoc programs such as, but not limited to Sales Incentives, Short Term Incentives, Retention plans etc., in alignment with Group Principals.
Monitor and analyze local market trends and evaluate external competitiveness to drive local rewards strategies.
Assist with the local focal point for Reward related topics (including systems) providing consultancy and expertise to Group/Local stakeholders and share best practices.
Contributes to the Reward digitization process.
Ensure Compliance to all relevant laws and practices including adherence to federal.
Audits: evaluate jobs internally to ensure wage and salary rate recommendations are following federal, state and local regulations. (FLSA, DOL etc.).
Provides detailed analysis on internal and external equity and provides reports as requested by P&O leadership, P&O BP's or line managers.
Provides data to support KPI's and the P&O Dashboard, along with assisting with data as requested for negotiations.
Supports the implementation of the Group's expat policy, being the local point of reference for expat-related technical topics.
Handles compensation related topics with external stakeholders and payroll team.
Provides tactical support for expat procedures.
Assists Group projects in his/her area of responsibility as well as local projects to ensure proper and consistent implementation.
Contribute to process improvements and digitalization of compensation programs.
Involved in cost management, including invoicing and purchase order processes. (Ariba).
Provide reports to audit salary review adherence and other compensation program adherence.
Bachelor's degree in human resources, human services field, business administration.
5 years in Compensation administration.
Knowledge - Experience with educating others on complex concepts. Fluency with digital workplace platforms; comfort with data, KPIs, and dashboards.
Skills - Proficient with Microsoft Office suite: High level utility of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint required.
Strong communication skills across functions.
Abilities - Ability to effectively read, analyze and interpret information, summarize and present data to leadership Strength in understanding and implementation of regulatory compliance actions.
Reports to Manager of Compensation.
The base pay range for this position is $71,000 to $112,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on location, experience, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This pay range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time.
Wells Enterprises is an EEO/AA employer M/F/Vet/Dis
Wells Enterprises, a Ferrero company, is one of the largest ice cream manufacturers in the United States and the maker of well-loved brands including Blue Bunny, Halo Top, Bomb Pop, and Blue Ribbon Classics and today Trolli, Butterfinger 100grand, Baby Ruth, Nutella and Kinder Bueno.
Wells Enterprises is a 2 billion company employing 4,000 employees, across 4 production plants and 2 main hub locations, Chicago and Le Mars. Guided by innovation, quality, and a people-first mindset, Wells is committed to delighting consumers and developing exceptional teams.
As part of the Ferrero Group, Wells combines its strong U.S. heritage with Ferrero's global standards of excellence, offering a unique opportunity to grow within a dynamic, values-driven, and international environment.
At Wells, our people—and their experience—sit at the heart of our ambition. Learn more at www.wellsenterprisesinc.com.
At Wells, we're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual incentive bonus based on Company performance. Learn more about our benefits here.
Job Identification 2209335
Job Category Human Resources
Posting Date 05/15/2026, 08:23 PM
Job Schedule Full time
Locations 24 E Washington St, Chicago, IL, 60602, US 1 Blue Bunny Dr SW, Le Mars, IA, 51031, US
Wells is the largest family-owned and operated ice cream manufacturer in the United States. Located in the northwest Iowa community of Le Mars, Wells produces Blue Bunny® ice cream, frozen novelties and specialty frozen desserts. So much ice cream is produced in Le Mars by Wells that the city was designated as the Ice Cream Capital of the World by the Iowa legislature! Blue Bunny branded items are distributed across the nation. Ice cream enthusiasts can find their favorite Blue Bunny products in grocery, convenience and club stores, on mobile vending trucks and in foodservice settings (such as educational institutions, hospitals and restaurants). The company's corporate office and two ice cream plants are located in Le Mars. Wells also operates an ice cream plant in St. George, Utah