Compensation Manager

Posted:
4/24/2026, 6:14:21 AM

Location(s):
Delaware, United States ⋅ Wilmington, Delaware, United States

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
People & HR

As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.

CREATING ESSENTIAL CHEMISTRY THAT THE WORLD NEEDS 

At Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive.   That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry. 

Powered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible.  In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure---sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry. 

Chemours is seeking a Compensation Manager to join our growing Total Rewards team. This position will be available at the Wilmington, DE Headquarters and report directly to the Vice President of Total Rewards & HR Operations.

The Compensation Leader will lead broad-based compensation for the Americas region, as well as AIP (annual incentive program) design and administration for Chemours globally.

This role will serve as a Compensation SME and have significant input into the development, implementation, and administration of Chemours’ global compensation strategies and programs. This leader will ensure programs support business objectives, are externally competitive, internally equitable, and compliant with all regulatory requirements. Will partner closely with peers across the Total Rewards, executive leadership, HR Business Partners, and external consultants to design and deliver innovative compensation solutions that attract, motivate, and retain top talent.

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Execute the global compensation strategy aligned with Chemours’ business objectives, values, and total rewards philosophy.

  • Lead the design, implementation, and administration of base salary, AIP (annual bonus/incentive programs), sales incentive plans, and recognition programs.

  • Oversee annual compensation planning processes, including merit cycle, industry and role benchmarking, market analysis, and salary structure reviews.

  • Provide thought partnership around compensation program and process design and administration, ensuring best practices, ongoing process improvements, identifying automation and AI opportunities, and partnership with HR Technology to ensure Workday is being maximized for supporting compensation processes. 

  • Provide strategic counsel and guidance to executive leadership and HR teams on compensation-related matters, including job evaluations, pay equity, re-orgs, and market competitiveness reviews.

  • Lead the creation and advocacy of compensation guidelines for Chemours globally, designed to ensure fairness and consistency in pay practices across the organization, as well as ongoing education of compensation guidelines for leaders and HR Partners.

  • Ensure compensation programs meet regulatory compliance (FLSA, Dodd-Frank, SEC, IRS, Pay Transparency, etc.) and reporting requirements.

  • Manage relationships with external compensation consultants, survey providers, and vendors.

  • Monitor industry trends, best practices, and regulatory developments to ensure Chemours remains a market leader in compensation.

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing compensation team.

  • Drive continuous improvement through data analysis, program evaluation, and process optimization.

The following is required for this role:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.

  • 10+ years of progressive compensation experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.

  • Experience designing and managing global compensation programs in a large, matrixed organization.

  • Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills.

  • Proven ability to partner with senior leaders and influence outcomes.

  • Deep knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.

  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in compensation practices.

The following is preferred for this role:

  • Masters Degree strongly preferred

  • Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or similar designation strongly preferred.

Benefits: 

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Packages

401(k) Match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives

Company-paid Volunteer Day

We’re a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it—by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life.  

Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers. 

Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws. 

Chemours is an E-Verify employer 

Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation 

Immigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position  

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Chemours we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

In our pursuit to be the greatest place to work, we know that a critical element to enhancing our employee experience is to assure we’re operating with a solid foundation of trust. At Chemours, this means being transparent about how we pay our employees for the work that they do.

Pay Range (in local currency):

$141,120.00 - $220,500.00

Chemours Level:

28

Annual Bonus Target:

16%

The pay range and incentives listed above is a general guideline based on the primary location of this job only and not a guarantee of total compensation. Factors considered in extending a compensation offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data. The incentive pay is dependent on business results and individual performance and subject to the terms and conditions of the specific plans.

At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say "We Are Living Chemistry."