Director, Compensation - Family Dollar (on-site)

Reporting to the VP, Total Rewards, the Director, Compensation will lead compensation strategy, design, and execution supporting Family Dollar’s 70,000 + associates in 7500+ stores, 9 Distribution Centers and our Corporate Office located in Chesapeake, VA. In partnership with the CHRO, HR leaders, Store and DC Operations, and Finance, this role will drive data-informed decision making and scalable compensation programs aligned to the business strategy. The Director will oversee all aspects of compensation, including base pay, short-term and long-term incentives, pay structures, and compensation communications, while fostering transparency and compliance across all levels of the organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and develop a team of compensation professionals in the design and execution of scalable, market competitive enterprise-wide programs that support Family Dollar’s operational and strategic goals.

• Provide data-driven insights and financial modeling to inform decision making on compensation issues and ensure alignment with market practices and internal equity.

• Build collaborative partnerships with HR Business Partners, Finance, and senior leaders to ensure compensation strategies support business objectives.

• Design and implement base pay structures, incentive programs, and geographic pay differentials that scale across 7500+ locations and multiple states.

• Partner closely with Store Operations, HR Business Partners, and Finance to align compensation solutions with workforce needs, market dynamics, and budgetary considerations.

• Use deep analytical skills to break down complex compensation data into actionable insights and recommendations; translate these insights to influence business leaders and improve associate outcomes.

• Develop and deliver compensation education and training to ensure understanding and consistent application of programs.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, influencing decisions related to labor cost optimization, minimum wage strategy, internal equity, and wage compression.

• Ensure compensation programs are fully compliant with wage and hour laws including FLSA, state-specific minimum wage requirements, and evolving pay transparency laws.

• Lead compensation workstreams for HR initiatives such as large-scale hiring events, labor model changes, market wage studies, and compliance audits.

• Manage multiple high-impact initiatives concurrently, adjusting priorities as business needs evolve.

• Drive continuous process improvement, leveraging technology and data automation to improve efficiency, consistency, and reporting across the compensation function.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in the design, implementation, and management of compensation programs in a large, complex organization.

• Preferably includes experience supporting retail, supply chain, distribution, and corporate functions.

• Proven expertise in compensation strategies including incentive plan design, pay progression models, labor market pricing, and geographic differential strategies.

• Experience leading and developing high-performing compensation teams with a focus on both co-located and remote work arrangements.

• Strong executive presence and ability to present complex compensation data and recommendations clearly and confidently to senior leaders, including the C-suite.

• Advanced proficiency with systems and data tools (e.g., Workday, Excel, PowerPoint, SQL, Varicent).

• Proven ability to manage sensitive information and work effectively in ambiguous, fast-paced environments.

• Experience leading through transformation, system implementations, and change management initiatives; PROSCI or ADKAR certification a plus.

• Strong knowledge of federal and state labor laws related to compensation, including FLSA, pay equity, and wage transparency requirements.

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree or CCP certification preferred.