Weyerhaeuser is searching for an innovative and experienced Director of Compensation to oversee all of Weyerhaeuser’s compensation plans and programs. This is an exciting opportunity to have a lasting impact on Weyerhaeuser’s operations and employees. Our customers rely on compensation and benefits philosophies to attract and retain critical talent, for which our compensation plans and programs play a significant role.

As the Director of Compensation, you will be responsible for developing and executing the strategy for the compensation team’s management of compensation plans and programs throughout the U.S. and Canada, including hourly wages, salaried base pay, incentive plans, short- and long-term stock-based incentive programs, and Executive Compensation programs. You will manage a compensation team based in Seattle, Washington.

The Director of Compensation will work closely with and report to the Vice President of Compensation, Benefits & Shared Services.

The successful candidate must reside in the local area. We offer a hybrid work schedule with employees working in the Seattle office at least 3 days per week (Tues.-Thurs.) and the option to work remotely the other 2 days.

In this role, you will:

• Develop a strategy for the integration and ongoing oversight of Weyerhaeuser’s hourly wages and sales incentive compensation plans and programs into the compensation team, consulting with the compensation team, business leaders, and HR leaders and partners
• Work closely with the project team managing Weyerhaeuser’s HCM transformation to ensure compensation programs, plans, and practices align to technological requirements
• Develop and execute a strategy for periodic reviews of Weyerhaeuser’s compensation plans and programs to ensure Weyerhaeuser attracts and retains top talent consistent with Weyerhaeuser’s compensation philosophy and applicable legal requirements
• Use benchmark data to ensure market competitive and innovative approach for compensation plans, programs, and practices
• Work closely with the Vice President of Compensation, Benefits, and Shared Services and the Law Department on required securities filings related to Executive Compensation and the company’s annual CD&A and proxy tables, and ensure all Executive Compensation programs are market competitive and drive shareholder value
• Lead a team of compensation professionals, and drive team engagement and development
• Oversee the company’s annual compensation processes
• Ensure compensation plans and practices are market competitive, legally compliant, and represent best practice
• Role model safe behavior and actively seek out ways to support and promote an injury-free environment 
• Role model Weyerhaeuser’s People Principles by demonstrating an ability and willingness to appreciate, respect, listen to, communicate with and value employees, leaders, and customers/vendors

• 10+ years of compensation experience, with at least 5 years of public company compensation experience and at least 3 years of experience leading a team. 
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or another related field required; Masters Degree preferred. CCP designation a plus.
• Expert-level understanding of all areas of compensation and applicable laws, regulations, and disclosure requirements for publicly traded companies
• Outstanding communication skills with ability to influence change across the organization
• Critical thinker with strong problem-solving skills and the courage to share a new perspective
• Self-starter with strong attention to detail
• Sound judgment with high level of integrity
• Discerns priorities and remain organized as business needs evolve within a fast-paced environment
• Excellent leader who has a passion for team building
• Thrives in relationship building and demonstrates an ability to lead through challenging situations
• Possesses strong computer skills and proficiency in HRIS, benchmarking and compensation systems
• Knowledge of relevant federal, state/provincial, local laws/regulations
• Excellent analytical and mathematics skills

What We Offer: 

Compensation: This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $157,600-$236,500 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 25% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target. This position is also eligible to participate in the Long Term Incentive Plan.

Benefits: When you join our team, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance.  We offer a pre-tax Health Savings Account option which includes a company contribution.  Other benefit options are also available such as voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career. 

Retirement: Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your base salary.

Paid Time Off or Vacation: We provide eligible employees who are scheduled to work 25 hours or more per week with 3-weeks of paid vacation to use during your first year of employment. In addition, after being employed for six months, eligible employees begin to accrue vacation for future use. We also recognize eleven paid holidays per year, providing a total of 88 holiday hours and paid parental leave for all full-time employees.

About Weyerhaeuser 

We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.  
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.  

About Wood Products

We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.

For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.