Global Incentives Program Manager

Global Incentives Program Manager

26 Aug 2026
California, Sanjose, 95101 Sanjose USA

Global Incentives Program Manager

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Global Incentive Program Manager to join our Total Rewards team. This role carries end-to-end accountability for the administration and execution of short- term incentives, long-term incentives, and employee recognition programs. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of incentive plan mechanics and company-wide recognition programs, and the ability to manage complex, cross-functional programs with precision and sound judgment. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Incentive Program Ownership Participate in the strategy, design, implementation and ongoing improvement of short-term incentive, long-term incentive and employee recognition programs  Lead end-to-end administration and governance of the global short- and long-term incentive programs, partnering with the compensation program manager on workday program requirements, manager experience, plan documentation, modeling, calculations, validation, and payout execution Serve as the primary point of accountability for incentive plan accuracy, compliance, and operational integrity Analyze program effectiveness, cost, and performance outcomes; proactively surface insights and recommendations to leadership Partner with Finance to ensure accurate compensation forecasting, accruals, and budget management Manage company-wide employee recognition programs, including peer-to-peer, manager-led, and values-based programs.  Oversee recognition platforms and vendor relationships Collaborate with Internal Communications and HR to promote recognition campaigns tied to company values Analytics, Tools & Technology Partner with HRIS and People Analytics to design, build, and maintain compensation dashboards that enable quick review of market positioning for short and long term incentives and budget utilization needs Partner with HRIS and People Analytics teams to ensure data integrity and optimize Workday functionality for short term and long term incentives Explore and pilot AI and automation tools to streamline repetitive tasks and enhance predictive analytics capabilities Measure participation, engagement and recognition program effectiveness through metrics and employee feedback. Governance, Compliance & Stakeholder Partnership Develop and maintain policies, guidelines, and governance documentation Monitor and report on regulatory and compliance changes  

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