Manager, Performance and Rewards

5 days ago


Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland Kalmar Full time

At Kalmar, we are moving goods in critical supply chains around the world. As the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services, we set the industry benchmark for a zero-emission future. We are driven by teamwork, innovation, and taking ownership to deliver results. With our global reach and local expertise, our success starts with a strong focus on the customer, ensuring their needs guide our daily work. We are dedicated to respecting others and fostering an inclusive culture where all voices are heard, empowering us to succeed together. Together, we are making every move count.

We're making every move count

Join Kalmar as Manager, Performance and Rewards - Drive Global Impact in HR

Are you passionate about shaping global reward strategies and driving impactful HR initiatives? Kalmar is looking for a talented and forward-thinking Manager, Performance and Rewards to join our Global Center of Expertise.

This is your opportunity to play a central role in designing and managing key global HR programs - from compensation and benefits to performance management and pay transparency compliance - all while collaborating with a dynamic, international team.

Main tasks and responsibilities

As our Manager, Performance and Rewards, you will:

  • Lead strategic HR projects - including our EU Pay Transparency Directive initiative and ensure Kalmar's readiness and compliance
  • Design and improve global reward processes like base pay management, short-term incentives, sales compensation, job architecture, and benefits
  • Deliver data-driven insights through analysis of people data to support leadership decision-making
  • Educate and empower line managers, employees, and HR teams by communicating complex reward concepts with clarity and confidence
  • Act as a trusted expert in your field, supporting global HR colleagues with ad-hoc advisory and reward-related analysis.

What you'll need to succeed

Education:

  • A master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., economics, HR, finance).

Experience:

  • 3-5 years of experience in HR, preferably in compensation, rewards, or performance management.

Competencies:

  • Strong analytical, logical and numerical skills, experience with MS Excel/Google Sheets tools is a must
  • Systemic thinking skills, ability to develop models
  • Strong communication skills, ability to collaborate with different stakeholders with clear messages and reasoning
  • Strong capability to build presentations and analysis
  • Experience in developing, implementing and acting as a global process owner for some rewards area
  • Willingness to learn and grow in the field of reward and performance management.

What we offer

  • A competitive fixed salary and a performance-based bonus
  • Benefits like a mobile phone and lunch, as well as flexible benefits to support well-being, health services, or commuting
  • A comprehensive healthcare through Mehiläinen, supplemented by our health insurance fund for additional well-being coverage
  • Opportunities to grow your career in a global environment with extensive professional development and challenging projects. We support continuous development and offer possibilities to learn through our extensive online catalogue
  • We provide flexible working hours and a hybrid work model to support work-life balance
  • A place where you can make a real impact with long-term career prospects and meaningful opportunities
  • As a proud member of the UN Global Compact initiative, Kalmar is committed to sustainable and ethical business practices. Visit our website to learn more about why Kalmar is a great place to work and meet our people.

Interested to join?

Apply until 02.05.2025 and be part of building the future of performance and rewards at Kalmar.

For further information, feel free to contact: Mikko Savela,Vice President, Performance and Rewards by phone at +358406531312 during the following hours:

Wednesday, 23rd April: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Friday, 25th April: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Monday, 29th April: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

About Kalmar
Kalmar (Nasdaq Helsinki: KALMAR) is moving goods in critical supply chains around the world, with the vision to be the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services. The company offers a wide range of industry shaping heavy material handling equipment and services to ports and terminals, distribution centres, manufacturing and heavy logistics. Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Kalmar operates globally in over 120 countries and employs approximately 5,200 people. In 2024, the company's sales totalled approximately EUR 1.7 billion.

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