Sol de Janeiro · 21 hours ago
Manager Total Rewards & Operations
Buffalo-Niagara Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $135K/yr
5+ years expSol de Janeiro is a globally recognized beauty brand known for its transformative products inspired by Brazilian beauty rituals. The Manager of Total Rewards & Operations will lead the transition to an in-house People Operations model, overseeing benefits administration, payroll operations, and compliance infrastructure while enhancing the employee experience through optimized systems and processes.
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Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day administration of benefits programs, including enrollments, changes, audits, and compliance
Support annual compensation cycles: benchmarking, job leveling, merit planning, and internal equity reviews
Partner with brokers and vendors to evaluate and optimize benefit offerings
Maintain compensation structures and job architecture in partnership with People Leadership
Lead the transition from TriNet (or similar PEO) to an in-house model for benefits, payroll, and compliance
Build internal processes, documentation, and workflows to support the migration
Partner with Finance, Legal, and IT to establish new systems, integrations, and controls
Ensure smooth transfer of data, policies, and employee records
Own and implement new HRIS ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and system integrity
Manage system enhancements, integrations, and automation to support scale
Develop reporting and dashboards for headcount, turnover, compensation, and compliance metrics
Lead internal audits related to employment data, benefits, and payroll
Oversee payroll workflows, ensuring accurate and timely processing across multiple states and regions
Validate payroll inputs (new hires, separations, compensation changes, leaves, bonuses)
Resolve discrepancies across HR, payroll, and benefits systems
Partner with Finance on payroll accounting, compliance filings, and reconciliations
Optimize onboarding plans, ensuring completion of pre-hire tasks, system setup, and benefits enrollment
Oversee offboarding processes including separations, documentation, final pay, and systems access
Continually refine workflows for accuracy, compliance, and scalability
Maintain and update employee handbooks, policies, and regulatory documentation
Ensure multi-state and international compliance across employment, payroll, and benefits
Oversee document retention, I-9 audits, and employment file compliance
Manage leave programs including FMLA, disability, and accommodations
Serve as a primary point of contact for employees on compensation, benefits, and People Operations questions
Provide clear, consistent guidance to employees and managers
Support wellness, engagement, and operational communication initiatives
Lead projects such as HRIS implementation, policy overhauls, benefits renewals, and process redesign
Identify inefficiencies and implement solutions that improve accuracy and employee experience
Develop scalable People Ops practices to support global growth
Oversee all employee data in our HR systems (HiBob, Greenhouse, TriNet, etc.), ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance
Generate reports and insights to support business and people strategy decisions
Lead system enhancements, integrations, and process automation in partnership with IT and HRIS vendors
Manage audits and ensure compliance with employment laws and data privacy regulations across regions
Oversee the full onboarding experience from pre-hire logistics to new hire orientation and systems setup
Manage offboarding processes, including exit documentation, system terminations, etc
Continuously optimize onboarding and exit workflows to ensure consistency, compliance, and exceptional employee experience
Partner with our PEO and Payroll teams to ensure accurate and timely data for payroll processing
Manage benefits data changes, leave tracking, and audit processes
Resolve discrepancies across People Experience, payroll, and benefits systems in a timely and proactive manner
Maintain and update company policies and employee handbooks to reflect regulatory and internal changes
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws
Lead documentation retention and compliance audits
Serve as a trusted point of contact for People Experience-related inquiries and employee support
Partner with People Experience leadership and ERGs to plan and execute engagement initiatives, cultural moments, and wellness programs
Champion Sol’s people-first culture through programs that foster inclusion, recognition, and connection
Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and enhance the employee experience
Lead People Experience projects such as HRIS upgrades, policy rollouts, and organizational change initiatives
Implement scalable processes to support Sol’s global growth
Manage and mentor the People Experience Specialist, ensuring high performance and professional growth
Build a collaborative, solutions-oriented team culture centered on warmth, accuracy, and care
Qualification
Required
5-7 years of progressive experience in People Operations, Total Rewards, HRIS, payroll, or related HR roles
Hands-on experience transitioning from a PEO to internal benefits, payroll, and HR operations required
Strong understanding of compensation practices, benefits administration, and multi-state payroll
Expertise with HR systems such as HiBob, TriNet/PEO platforms, and Greenhouse
Exceptional accuracy, detail orientation, and data integrity mindset
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Ability to thrive in a high-growth, fast-paced environment and balance both tactical and strategic work
Discretion and professionalism in managing sensitive information
Preferred
Experience in CPG, supply chain, manufacturing, or other operationally complex environments strongly preferred
Benefits
Competitive salary and bonus program for full-time team members
Flexible hybrid work environment with opportunities for collaboration and growth
Inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and celebrates individuality
The chance to be part of a fast-growing, award-winning global beauty brand
Company
Sol de Janeiro
Sol de Janeiro is a cosmetics company that celebrates everything that is unique and joyful.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$14.58M2021-11-15Acquired
2019-06-24Series Unknown· $14.58M
Leadership Team
Heela Yang
Co-Founder & CEO
Recent News
2026-01-08
Global Cosmetics News
2025-11-14
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