Come shape the future of the outdoors

REI Co-op is united around discovering, building and celebrating better ways of working in this world, all so that folks can find and pursue a love of the outdoors. When you work for the co-op, you do your best work with the support to live your best life. And you play a part in shaping the future of the outdoors, for people and our planet.

Your Job Map

This job contributes to REI’s success by leading the development, implementation, and administration of compensation programs (including executive compensation, base salary, short-term and long-term incentives, and recognition) that are aligned with the Co-op’s values and strategic business priorities. This role ensures that our compensation packages are equitable, competitive, and in compliance with relevant regulations. By integrating REI’s values into every aspect of benefits, this position strengthens our commitment to our employees and our mission.

Leading the Way

• Identifies and communicates key responsibilities and practices to ensure the organization promotes a successful attitude, confidence in leadership, and teamwork to achieve business results.
• Supports the implementation of company programs, procedures, methods and practices to promote REI key messages.
• Challenges and inspires employees to achieve business results.
• Ensures employees adhere to legal and operational compliance requirements.
• Oversees training and development of employees directly and indirectly managed and makes effective staffing decisions.
• Conducts and ensures the completion of performance reviews.
• Provides coaching, direction and leadership support to employees in order to achieve department, company and customer results.
• Establishes and maintains visibility within the department.
• Monitors operational statistics, reports trends, variances and issues, and takes appropriate action.

Your Planning & Navigating Requirements

• Develop and implement compensation programs that are aligned with the organization's values and strategic priorities.
• Lead compensation projects and initiatives, including annual salary and incentive cycles ensuring they are completed accurately and on time.
• Prepare presentation materials and documents for the Compensation Committee of the Board and senior business leaders.
• Research and review industry trends, including market practices and salary survey data, to ensure that our compensation packages are competitive and enable the organization to attract, engage, and retain top talent.
• Collaborate with HR and business leaders by providing guidance on compensation recommendations, policy interpretations, and job evaluations.
• Advocate for and implement equitable compensation practices, promoting equity and transparency across the organization.
• Develop and maintain compensation training and communication programs to educate managers and employees about compensation programs.
• Develop and maintain metrics to track the effectiveness of compensation programs and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Stay current with developments in compensation regulations and ensure that the organization's compensation programs are in compliance.

Required Skills & Experience

• 10+ years of experience in broad-based and executive compensation design, delivery, and administration
• At least 5 years in a leadership and people management role.
• Strong knowledge of compensation regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex compensation information to employees at all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to research and analyze data to inform compensation decisions.
• Proven project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a high level of initiative and attention to detail.

At REI, we believe the outdoors is for all. We are committed to becoming a fully inclusive, anti-racist, multicultural organization. We know that there's strength in our diversity – that each employee brings unique skills, experiences, and perspectives. Every day you are driving change, fostering a culture of respect, and knowing you're backed by benefits that support your whole life. To work towards this commitment and fulfill our brand promise of inspiring and enabling a life outside for everyone, we seek employees who demonstrate different ways of working, create a sense of belonging, and actively listen and learn.

Pay Transparency

We are committed to practices that promote pay equity and transparency. As required by applicable Pay Transparency laws, REI provides a range of compensation for roles that may be hired in locations under these requirements. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include a wide array of factors, including: your specific skills and experience, geographic location or other relevant factors.

REI offers all regular employees a generous employee discount, access to health benefits, a retirement savings plan and accrued time off. Click here for a detailed overview of benefits plans by employee profile.