Compensation Analyst

Build Your Career. Build America's Future.

Vulcan Materials Company is the nation's largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it's more than starting an exciting career - you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country.

When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time.

About the Job:

The Compensation Analyst supports the design, administration, and analysis of the company's compensation programs, including base salary structures, long-term and short-term incentive plans, and other compensation programs. This role works closely with the Lead Compensation Analyst to ensure internal equity, external competitiveness, and alignment with business goals. The analyst contributes to recurring processes, data reporting, and preparation of materials for senior leadership and the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors. Analysts provide support in these areas to the divisions and the corporate office. Assignments are project-oriented. The work requires flexibility; the ability to work under pressure, independently, and manage multiple tasks concurrently.

What You'll Do:

Support the lead Compensation Analyst(s) in the following:

• Support administration of base salary programs, including job evaluations, market pricing, and salary structure maintenance.
• Assist in the design, tracking, and analysis of short-term incentive (STI), long-term incentive (LTI), and other compensation programs.
• Support administration of the Fixed and Variable Vehicle Program (FAVR).
• Support administration of the Relocation Program.
• Assist is preparing compensation materials for the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors.
• Partner with HR Business Partners, Finance, and Talent Acquisition to provide support.
• Support the HR Shared Service Center.
• Support ad hoc compensation projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Help ensure compliance with internal policies, pay governance standards, and regulatory requirements.
  

Other Requirements:

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills; proficiency in Microsoft Excel required.
• Attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and data presentation skills.
• High degree of integrity and discretion with sensitive compensation data.
  

Critical Competencies:

Communication - Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, while actively listening and adapting the message to the audience.

Team Player - Works cooperatively and effectively with team members to achieve shared goals, willingly assisting others and fostering a positive and productive team environment.

Analytical Thinking - Ability to break down complex problems, situations, in order to understand underlying patterns, identify key issues; examine information logically, question assumptions, and draw conclusions based on evidence.

Problem Solving - Identify, analyze, and resolve work-related issues efficiently and effectively using practical knowledge, experience, and hands-on skills. Finds practical solutions, implements fixes, and adapts to unexpected challenges.

Initiative and Self-Motivation - Ability to take proactive steps, anticipate needs, and act without needing constant direction or supervision; drives to pursue goals, generates ideas, and seeks opportunities for improvement or innovation without waiting for external prompts.

Skills You'll Need:

Education:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
  
  Experience:

Work experience in one or more of the following areas.

• Compensation consulting or administration, finance or HR.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Fluent in collecting, analyzing and interpreting data; extracting details from regulatory and legal documents; drawing conclusions and making recommendations based on facts and/or ambiguous information; and effectively and accurately communicating (orally and in writing) findings and recommendations.

• Ability to develop and use collaborative relationships to accomplish work goals; maintain effectiveness and accuracy under pressure; design, construct and manipulate complex spreadsheet applications; and master specialty software and Microsoft Office products.

  What You'll Like About Us:
  
  Great Company Culture. Our people share a competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness and communication.
  
  Safe. Industry leader in health and safety standards. We are committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.
  
  Meaningful Work. What sets up apart is the work we do impacts daily lives - and every employee contributes. Our aggregates produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.
  
  Health Benefits. Medical, Dental, Vision programs, plus much more.
  
  Rest and Relaxation. Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.
  
  Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with company match and contribution.
  
  Training and Development. We see our development programs and helping our employees meet their goals as a key part of our business.

  Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.