Covetrus is a global animal-health technology and services leader dedicated to empowering veterinary practice partners to drive improved health and financial outcomes. We bring together products, services, and technology into a single platform that connects our customers to the solutions and insights they need to work best. Our passion for the well-being of animals and those who care for them drives us to advance the world of veterinary medicine.
Covetrus is a global animal-health technology and services company dedicated to empowering veterinary practice partners to drive improved health and financial outcomes.
We’re
bringing together products, services, and technology into a single platform that connects our customers to the solutions and insights they need to work best. Our passion for the well-being of animals and those who care for them drives us to advance the world of veterinary medicine. Covetrus is headquartered in Portland, Maine, with more than 5,000 employees, serving over
100,000 customers
around the globe. Come explore the possibilities in our exciting, fast paced, high volume, work environment!
Summary
The Manager, Global Compensation
l
eads the delivery of global compensation programs and processes across the organization
and provides leadership for compensation team members
.
T
his role oversees key compensation activities across multiple geographies, including program delivery, market analysis, governance, sales compensation, and stakeholder decision support,
with
a strong focus on advancing the use of technology, and automation to improve process efficiency, scalability, and data-driven decision-making.
The role partners closely with HR, Finance, Payroll, Sales, Talent Acquisition, and business leaders to help ensure compensation programs are administered consistently, aligned with established guidelines, and responsive to business needs.
Key Responsibilities
Global Compensation Program Management
|
Lead the administration of global compensation programs and cycles, including merit, short-term incentive programs, long-term incentive administration, and other comp related initiatives
.
Ensure consistent execution across regions while accounting for local market practices, governance requirements, and operational needs.
Identify
opportunities to streamline processes, reduce manual effort, and improve scalability through standardization, automation, and enhanced use of systems.
Market Pricing, Structures & Pay Administration
|
Oversee job evaluation, market pricing, benchmarking, and pay analysis across a broad range of roles and geographies, including sales positions. Support the development and maintenance of salary structures, job architecture, and pay policies to ensure alignment with global frameworks and local market practices. Improve how market data and pricing processes are
leveraged
through tools, automation, and more efficient workflows.
Stakeholder Management and Decision Support
| Serve as the primary Compensation partner for North America, advising HR and business leaders on offers, promotions, internal movement, pay positioning, and incentive-related matters. Provide compensation decision support while helping to ensure decisions follow established guidelines and approval requirements across markets.
Improve the clarity and usability of compensation processes and tools to enable more efficient and consistent decision-making.
D
ata Analysis, Reporting & Systems
|
Use
HRIS systems and compensation tools such as Workday and
m
arket
d
ata
p
latforms
to manage compensation data, perform analysis, generate reporting
/metrics and process improvements
. Support compensation planning, governance reviews, and process improvements through data insights and reporting
.
Leverage emerging technologies, including AI enabled solutions to drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement.
Sales Compensation
|
Support the design, review, and governance of sales compensation programs in partnership with Sales,
RevOps
, Finance, HR, and Payroll. Conduct analysis and
provide
compensation guidance to help ensure plans are competitive, operationally effective, and aligned with business needs.
Governance, Process & Compliance
| Maintain clear compensation processes, documentation standards, approvals, and controls to support consistent and well-governed compensation practices. Support the administration of compensation programs
in accordance with
internal policies and applicable labor laws and regulations across relevant geographies.
Team Leadership, Communication & Collaboration
| Lead and develop compensation team members, setting priorities and providing direction, coaching, and oversight to ensure high-quality delivery across global compensation activities.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging the use of technology, automation, and standardized processes to enhance efficiency and scalability while
maintaining
alignment with governance standards. Partner
closely with HR, Finance, Payroll, Talent Acquisition, Sales, external vendors, and other partners to
support compensation delivery and resolve issues effectively.
Required Knowledge and
Qualifications
E
xperience
:
7
–10 years of progressive experience in compensation,
including
experience supporting multiple geographies
.
2-5 years of experience in
leading and developing
a team.
Education
:
Ba
chelor’s degree in Human Resources
, Business Administration, or a related field
Technical Skills
:
Advanced Excel skills and experience with compensation tools, market data sources (e.g., Radford, Mercer, WTW), and HRIS platforms such as Workday.
Certification:
Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) is
preferred.
Competencies
:
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex work independently
while
identifying
opportunities to improve processes, simplify workflows, and strengthen operational efficiency
.
Strong communication
, stakeholder management, and
people
leadership skills,
with
the ability to
leverage
technology, automation, and emerging tools to enhance compensation processes and support a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Covetrus is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We offer the following benefits for you to take advantage of while you are here provided you meet the eligibility requirements under each governing program:
401k savings & company match
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Maternity leave
Parental leave
Military leave
Other leaves of absence
Health, dental, and vision benefits
Health savings accounts
Flexible spending accounts
Life & disability benefits
Identity theft protection
Pet insurance
Certain positions may include eligibility for a short-term incentive plan
Salary may vary depending on factors such as confirmed job-related skills, experience, and location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each case.
Sales Positions are eligible for a Variable Incentive.
The pay range for this position is as follows:
$102,400-$146,300
Covetrus is an equal
opportunity/affirmative
action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.