Role Description
The Sun Auto Incentive Compensation Program Manager is responsible for the strategy, design, modeling, implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of incentive programs that drive the right behaviors for teammates and the business. This role partners closely with HR, Finance, Operations, Payroll, and senior leadership to develop and manage field-focused incentive plans, including bonuses, profit sharing, spiffs, and commissions.
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Lead the design, development, and ongoing refinement of incentive programs.
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Partner with Finance, Operations, and HR leaders to translate business goals into clear, measurable, and financially responsible incentive plan designs.
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Build and maintain incentive models, forecasts, and scenario analyses.
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Track incentive plan results and performance trends.
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Conduct ROI and effectiveness analyses.
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Own the administration of incentive plans.
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Develop reporting, dashboards, and recurring insights.
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Collaborate with Payroll, HRIS, IT, and business stakeholders.
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Prepare clear plan documents, participant communications, leader guides, and training materials.
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Support incentive-related needs connected to organizational changes.
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Ensure incentive programs are administered in alignment with company policies.
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Maintain confidentiality and uphold high standards of accuracy.
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Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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7+ years of progressive compensation, incentive compensation, finance, or related analytical experience.
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Demonstrated experience designing and administering incentive plans.
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Strong expertise in incentive modeling, scenario analysis, payout logic, and financial forecasting.
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Experience tracking incentive performance and conducting ROI, trend, and effectiveness analyses.
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Ability to translate business strategy into practical incentive designs.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Advanced proficiency in Excel; experience with reporting tools is a plus.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Strong knowledge of compensation practices and applicable legal requirements.
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High personal standards of integrity, confidentiality, professionalism, and attention to detail.
Requirements
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Experience developing and managing incentive compensation programs across a multi-unit or field-based organization preferred.
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Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Human Resources, or related field preferred.
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Certified Compensation Professional certification is a plus.
Physical Requirements
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Ability to work at a computer workstation for extended periods of time (typically 6–8 hours per day).
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Frequent use of a computer, keyboard, mouse, and standard office equipment.
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Ability to remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods.
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Ability to communicate effectively via video, phone, and email.
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Occasional movement may be required to retrieve files or documents.
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Ability to lift and carry light items up to 10–15 pounds, if needed.
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Visual acuity to read computer screens, documents, and spreadsheets.
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Dexterity to operate standard office equipment and perform repetitive motions.
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Reliable internet access and a workspace that supports sustained focus and productivity.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Sun Auto Tire & Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
