Compensation & Benefits Manager Jobs

Since 1854, the innovation and creativity of Louis Vuitton’s expert craftsmanship has been passed from generation to generation. Louis Vuitton U.S. Manufacturing (LVUSM) is a part of this rich history and tradition, and proudly operates workshops in California and Texas.

We are seeking a Compensation and Benefits (C&B) Manager to lead all aspects of our organization’s compensation, benefits, HRIS, and payroll, strategies, policies, and program designs, for all LVUSM workshops. At Louis Vuitton, People Make the Difference and this position will be a key business partner to Human Resources colleagues, the LVUSM Leadership Team, and the Louis Vuitton Headquarters, to ensure that all programs are aligned with the Company’s strategic objectives.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Human Resources, the C&B Manager will have ownership of the following key areas:

• Coordinates the annual compensation review process (ICR) to ensure successful delivery.
• Leads the evaluation and alignment of individual positions and job levels to ensure career framework and compensation structure.
• Prepare compensation proposals.
• Leads, implements, and coordinates health and welfare and retirement programs ensuring competitive, sustainable, cost-effective plans and programs for all employees.
• Provides accurate and detailed models and projections for staff costs-related projects and initiatives such as compensation plan changes, benefits plan changes, organizational changes, and headcount scenarios.
• Audits, approves, and controls the payroll processing for all LVUSM entities.
• Establishes and manages compensation and benefits related budgets, provides forecasts and actuals, prepares accruals, and provides audit support as needed.
• Owns all activity related to published compensation surveys throughout the year and audits survey output, market trends and competitive pay positions.
• Designs programs to attract, retain and engage a highly skilled workforce, while maintaining compliance, internal equity, and desirability.
• Coordinates all aspects of the LVMH Social Reports. Liaises with Paris and applicable departments to gather the required information and streamlines processes for accurate results.

• 8+ years of compensation, benefits, HR operations/systems experience with a minimum of 3 years in leading C&B strategies, plans, and initiatives
• 1-2 years of Finance experience in manufacturing, distribution, retail, or hospitality, is plus
• Knowledge of current practices in equity plan administration including strong capacity in understanding and managing plan provisions, understanding implications of plan changes and related
• Strong capacity to work autonomously in an evolving and fast-paced environment
• Effective communicator, able to articulate ideas clearly and concisely in a variety of settings, adjusting the message to match the audience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Human Resources, or other relevant field of study
• Knowledge of leading practices and external trends in compensation, benefits, and HR systems.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel required
• Drive for results without compromising ethics and quality
• Knowledge of legal and regulatory compliance for benefit plans
• Agile approach with the ability to be tactical and strategic
• Proficiency in Spanish and/or French is a plus

Joining our team means directly participating in the development of our products, contributing to the achievement of our manufacturing and quality objectives, and thus the success of Louis Vuitton in the United States. If you excel in a vibrant environment and enjoy collaborating with high caliber talent to achieve common goals, we want to meet you!

SALARY: The appointed candidate will be offered a salary within the range of USD$118,000 - $148,000 annually, plus the opportunity for a bonus.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Employee Discount and access to other LVMH Brand discounts
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Company Paid Holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective the 1st of the month following your start date
• Profit Sharing Plan

Louis Vuitton is a company that respects the uniqueness of each employee and offers everyone the means to find their place and thrive. We promote initiatives aimed at supporting professional equality for everyone. We strive to go above and beyond purely symbolic measures by building a culture focused on meaningful strategies aimed at creating an inclusive workforce.

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Our standard recruitment process includes the following steps:

• Initial Zoom interview with the Hiring Manager
• Initial Zoom interview with a Talent Acquisition team member
• On Site interview(s) with the Hiring Manager and/or an HR member

Please note that given the seniority or needs of the role, we may deviate from the above process.