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Job Summary As a Sales Compensation Analyst, you will be responsible for administering and maintaining our Sales Commission Programs and Systems for multiple brands, sales teams, and products within ...

The Opportunity We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Sales Compensation Analyst to own the administration and reconciliation of our sales incentive programs. You will be the primary ...

Job Summary As a Sales Compensation Analyst, you will be responsible for administering and maintaining our Sales Commission Programs and Systems for multiple brands, sales teams, and products within ...

Senior Compensation Analyst

Phoenix, AZ · Hybrid

$100K - $125K/yr

Senior Sales Compensation Analyst Location: Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid) Compensation: $100,000 - $125,000 base + bonus Why This Role is Worth Your Attention If you're the person who secretly enjoys turning ...

Senior Compensation Analyst

Phoenix, AZ · Hybrid

$100K - $125K/yr

Senior Sales Compensation Analyst Location: Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid) Compensation: $100,000 - $125,000 base + bonus Why This Role is Worth Your Attention If you're the person who secretly enjoys turning ...

The Opportunity We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Sales Compensation Analyst to own the administration and reconciliation of our sales incentive programs. You will be the primary ...

Senior Compensation Analyst

Oak Brook, IL · On-site

$83K - $109K/yr

The Senior Compensation Analyst is an experienced HR professional with deep expertise in ... Experience supporting sales compensation programs is required. This role offers the opportunity to ...

QA calculations, maintain clear process documentation, and flag improvement opportunities to the team What you bring with you: * 3-5 years in sales compensation administration, sales operations, or a ...

Senior Compensation Analyst

Oak Brook, IL · On-site

$83K - $109K/yr

The Senior Compensation Analyst is an experienced HR professional with deep expertise in ... Experience supporting sales compensation programs is required. This role offers the opportunity to ...

QA calculations, maintain clear process documentation, and flag improvement opportunities to the team What you bring with you: * 3-5 years in sales compensation administration, sales operations, or a ...

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How much do senior sales compensation analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior sales compensation analyst in the United States is $98,055.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,500.00 and $109,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a senior sales compensation analyst?

Senior Sales Compensation Analysts are professionals responsible for designing, analyzing, and administering sales compensation programs within an organization. They ensure that incentive plans align with business goals, motivate sales teams, and comply with legal requirements. Their duties often include data analysis, benchmarking, financial modeling, and collaborating with HR and sales leadership. Senior analysts also provide insights and recommendations to optimize compensation effectiveness and drive sales performance.

How does a senior sales compensation analyst typically collaborate with sales and finance teams to ensure effective compensation plans?

A Senior Sales Compensation Analyst works closely with both sales and finance teams to design, implement, and monitor compensation plans that drive performance and align with company goals. They gather feedback from sales leadership about market trends and sales challenges, while partnering with finance to ensure plans are budget-friendly and compliant with regulations. Regular meetings and data-sharing sessions help ensure transparency and facilitate timely adjustments to compensation structures, ultimately supporting both team motivation and the organization’s financial objectives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior sales compensation analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Sales Compensation Analyst, you need strong analytical abilities, expertise in compensation strategy, and a background in finance, business, or a related field, often supported by a bachelor's degree. Familiarity with data analysis tools like Excel, SQL, and compensation management systems such as Xactly or SAP SuccessFactors, and possibly a Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certification, is typical. Exceptional attention to detail, effective communication, and problem-solving skills help you interpret data and collaborate with stakeholders. These skills are vital for designing fair, motivating sales compensation plans that drive performance and align with organizational goals.
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Infographic showing various Senior Sales Compensation Analyst job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 61% In-person, 17% Hybrid, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,055 per year, or $47.1 per hour.

Sales Compensation Analyst

Gaf

Parsippany, NJ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago


Job description

At GAF, we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or track, under this roof you are empowered to be there for your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we don't back down from hard work- we support one another in pursuit of something bigger. We define the future while leading the present. And under this roof, we own our opportunities. Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

Team Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Sales Compensation Analyst to join our Compensation team. This position will be based in Parsippany, NJ with a 4:1 hybrid in-person schedule.
Job Summary
As a Sales Compensation Analyst, you will be responsible for administering and maintaining our Sales Commission Programs and Systems for multiple brands, sales teams, and products within GAF Commercial, Residential, and Siplast. This role is critical for the administration and maintenance of our Sales Commission Plans that span a wide variety of incentive structures. You will be instrumental in ensuring accurate commission calculations, providing valuable analysis and reporting, and recommending improvements to drive program efficiency, efficacy, and alignment with business objectives.
Essential Duties

  • Assist in administration of the ICM (Performio) platform, including: plan configuration, quota data management, flat commission rate data management, minimum onboarding guarantees, and other workflows.

  • Lead month-end accrual process by estimating commissions earned but not yet paid.

  • Analyze commission variances vs budget to determine drivers and alignment with business objectives.

  • Model financial impacts of various plan design change considerations, estimating outcomes of plausible scenarios.

  • Collaborate with IT, Sales Ops, Audit, Finance, HR, and other teams to ensure accurate data, inputs, compliance, and calculations related to sales compensation.

  • Help investigate and resolve commission questions and disputes from sales teams promptly and accurately.

  • Identify and drive continuous improvements across systems and workflows to optimize team and company efficiencies.

  • Support ad hoc projects and reports requested by sales management and corporate leadership.

  • Other duties as assigned.


Qualifications Required

  • Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field. required

  • 5+ years of experience in FP&A and/or quantitative Sales Operations required with a track record of independently handling complex, multi-variable financial analysis and data modeling.
    Required

  • This position is based in our Parsippany, NJ corporate headquarters which currently operates on a hybrid in-office schedule. Though employees are welcome to work in our office on Friday, this position must be performed in-office on Monday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely from the employee's home office on Friday.
    Preferred

  • Preferred


General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Strong proficiency in advanced Excel or Google Sheets functions (e.g. Index, Match, Arrays) to support support heavy manual analysis and bridge calculations at scale.

  • Strong quantitative and qualitative business analysis skills with proven ability to structure problem-solving efforts by first defining the core business question ("what/why") before diving into technical execution ("how").

  • Strong time management and organizational skills with attention to detail.

  • Proven ability to problem solve and perform audits of daily work.

  • Comfortable adapting to changing business demands, prioritizing effort and focus towards most strategic and pragmatic needs.

  • Demonstrated ability to collate data from multiple sources in order to provide robust information for analysis.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Demonstrates ability to present analysis in a way that is readily understood and highly relevant for decision making on comp design and quotas, taking into account understanding of broader sales strategy.

  • Receptive attitude towards constructive input and a desire to learn and adapt.


Qualifications Preferred

  • Experience leading an annual financial planning or sales quota setting workstream.

  • Experience modeling business decisions, risks, and expected financial impacts.

  • Experience developing reports in CRM/Sales tools, such as Salesforce.

  • Experience developing reporting and data transformations within BI tools, such as Tableau.

  • Experience with the rollout or administration of an Incentive Compensation Management Tool (ICM).

Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications.Base Salary Range: $72,000-$99,000

How We Protect What Matters Most:

1. We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family. 2. Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood. 3. Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions. 4. Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee's primary residence. 5. Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program. 6. We're committed to fostering a culture that reflects our values to connect, empower, evolve, and inspire. We offer many opportunities for employees to connect with one another, including through our Employee Resource Groups who focus on education and allyship for all of our employees.

GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.

We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity on the basis of each candidate's qualifications, experience, and merit, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).

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About GAF

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With 130+ years in the industry, GAF is the leading roofing manufacturer in North America. As a member of the Standard Industries family of companies, we are also part of the largest roofing and waterproofing business in the world. Our communities help give our work meaning and the products we manufacture help protect what matters most. The shingles help to shelter the families living in the homes in our towns. The TPO helps protect what is under that hospital’s roof. In addition to quality products, we make sure they are installed by quality craftsmen and women. The full GAF portfolio of solutions is supported by an extensive national network of factory-certified contractors. GAF continues to be the leader in quality and offers comprehensive warranty protection on its products and systems. Our success is driven by a commitment to empowering our people to deliver advanced quality and purposeful innovation and the desire to protect what matters most. ​

Industry

Construction materials wholesalers

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Parsippany, NJ, US

Year founded

1886