Manager, Executive Compensation

At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values–radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win–or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.

With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we’re all about getting stuff done, so we can win.

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Job Title: Manager, Executive Compensation

Location: Northville, MI USA

Tenneco is one of the world's leading designers, manufacturers and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers, with approximately 66,000 team members working at more than 200 sites worldwide. Through our four business groups, DRiV, Performance Solutions, Clean Air and Powertrain, Tenneco is driving advancements in global mobility by delivering technology solutions for diversified global markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket.

This highly visible and key managerial position will work closely with the Senior Director, Executive Compensation in administering global executive compensation packages including base, annual incentive, and equity and cash-based long term incentive programs. This position will prepare key documents and analysis for the top leadership roles of the organization and ensure that the executive compensation team maintains compliance to all policies, procedures, and the overall Tenneco and legal governance. The position is be based in Northville, MI USA and reports directly to the Senior Director, Executive Compensation of the company.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Administration and Analysis of executive compensation programs, annual and long-term incentive programs.
• Researching market trends to evaluate the competitiveness of salaries globally
• Track, forecast, and process bonuses for executive level leaders
• Analyze, manage, and make recommendations to the jobs and leveling for executive level jobs
• Work with local HR and regional Total Rewards on maintaining accurate executive data in SuccessFactors
• Work with external vendors and tax department on the taxation of executive compensation programs
• Develop and conduct communication on benefit plans with executives. Work with benefits team and vendors on maintaining an accurate record of eligible leaders in benefit plans.
• Assist in the preparation and offering process for executive level positions
• Help with global Executive annual review process for executive compensation packages

Minimum Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Experience: 5+ years’ experience in Total Rewards including experience in Executive Compensation

Skills

• Strong attention to detail, exceptional follow through and consistently delivers results.
• Strong project management skills – time management, prioritization and judgement are critical; ability to work well under pressure without compromising quality.
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a high performing global organization.
• Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal and presentation skills;
• Demonstrated maturity and professional presence, comfortable interacting with senior executives.
• A flexible, dynamic, proactive and empathetic individual; able to motivate self and others; easily accepts constructive input from others.

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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.