Director, Total Rewards & Compliance Job Listing at RNDC in Atlanta, GA (Job ID 1291483100)

Description

Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) is a family-owned business with roots extending before Prohibition that has evolved into one of the nation's largest wine and spirits wholesalers. Our success is grounded in our core values of Family, Service, Accountability, Honesty, and Professionalism. We offer a vibrant, inclusive culture and workplace experience for individuals who want a career that makes them feel accomplished and engaged. RNDC values the health and well-being of our associates, inside and outside the office, offering dynamic health and wellness benefits that supply exceptional care and value. RNDC is geared toward growing our footprint and our people. Join our team of energetic professionals who believe in many happy hours and are experts in our craft.

The Director, Total Rewards & Compliance, is responsible for the strategic leadership and operational oversight of the company's compensation, benefits, leave of absence programs, time off plans, and HR policy governance. This role ensures all programs are competitive, compliant, and aligned with organizational objectives. The Director partners closely with HR, Legal, and business leaders to ensure regulatory adherence, drive process improvements, and support enterprise transformation initiatives such as mergers and acquisitions and systems optimization.

• Lead the design and execution of compensation, benefits, and leave programs to ensure alignment with business strategy and compliance requirements
• Govern and maintain HR policy infrastructure, including the Employee Handbook and Code of Conduct.
• Oversee leave of absence and time off plans, ensuring legal compliance and operational consistency across states.
• Support M&A and joint venture integration efforts by aligning rewards, leave programs, and policies across entities.
• Collaborate with HR Technology and Shared Services to ensure accurate data flow between SuccessFactors, BenefitFocus, and third-party vendors.
• Identify and address processes, compliance, and system issues impacting total rewards and policy administration.
• Manage external vendors related to benefits and leave administration, ensuring performance and compliance.
• Ensure compensation strategies support internal equity, external competitiveness, and career development frameworks.
• Build scalable processes and reporting to support growth and ongoing compliance monitoring.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team to support total rewards and policy governance objectives.
   

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field required; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Eight (8) to ten (10) years of progressively responsible human resources experience, including leadership in Compensation, Benefits, Leave Management, and/or Policy Administration.
• Demonstrated success in managing enterprise-level human resources programs and developing organizational policies.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable employment laws and regulations, including but not limited to FLSA, ACA, ERISA, FMLA, and ADA.
• Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, problem-solving, and executive-level communication skills.
• Proficiency in human resources information systems (HRIS), preferably SAP SuccessFactors; experience with compensation and benefits software is preferred.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel; proficiency in PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, Outlook, and Access.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data, apply statistical and mathematical concepts, and solve complex problems with limited guidance.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms with various audiences, including senior leadership.
• Relevant certifications such as CCP, CEBS, or SHRM-SCP are preferred. 
• This position may require up to 25% travel. 
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
   

• 401(k) with company matching 
• Medical, dental and vision benefits* 
• Paid Time Off Program – work your way up to 5 weeks of PTO a year with the ability to carryover unused PTO 
• Paid volunteer time 
• Paid parental leave 
• Paid caregivers leave 
• Fertility benefits  
• Paid training 
• Company paid life insurance, short-term disability, and company-paid holidays 
• Associate resource groups, and diversity, equity, and inclusion programs available for all associates 

 
*Participation in these programs is subject to applicable wait periods and all plan and program terms and eligibility 
 
COVID-19 considerations: 
We follow CDC Guidelines and have a fun and safe environment for our teams. 
 

Republic National Distributing Company and National Distributing Company are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers. It is our policy not to discriminate against any Employee or Applicant. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. This policy of nondiscrimination in employment includes but is not limited to: recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, employment advertising or solicitations, compensation, layoff or termination of employment.
 
RNDC is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to people with disabilities throughout the job application and interview process, to the point of undue hardship. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please click here.