Sales Commission Analyst

Job Summary

We are looking for a highly analytical Sales Compensation Analyst with a strong background in the commissions domain to join our team. This role is primarily responsible for supporting the development and implementation of sales compensation programs, including analyzing sales data, designing compensation plans, monitoring program effectiveness, and recommending improvements. The position requires close collaboration with Geo / Regional Sales Operations, Human Resources, and payroll teams. Additionally, as part of the Global Sales Compensation team, the role will involve contributing to various project-driven initiatives.

Job Requirements

Validating sales compensation data for accuracy and consistency with the corporate Sales Compensation policies and guidelines.

Collaborating with HQ Compensation Finance teams in validating Commission Data Report, manual data adjustment, and manual deposits monthly to ensure timely and accurate payments.

Supporting non-revenue driven measurements such as KSO and Milestone Objectives in terms of record validation and payments.

Collaborating with the Sales Compensation Finance team to timely resolve sales compensation issues in line with the corporate policies and guidelines.

Providing support in implementing Compensation plans for all commissioned employees and ensuring that plans are executed per Compensation Plan Policy and guidelines.

Providing administrative assistance occasionally for Sales Promotions and Contests, in terms of accurate and timely payments.

Identifying inefficiencies and proposing automation or tooling enhancements.

Leading pilots or proof-of-concept projects, such as AI-based reporting or SMART template automation.

Collaborating with IT and upstream / downstream systems to improve data flow and accuracy

Ensuring SOX compliance and data integrity across systems like SAP and Callidus.

Influence decision-making through subject matter expertise, particularly in areas like compensation modelling, reporting accuracy, and compliance.

Additional, periodic responsibilities may include, but not be limited to, the following :

• Working with the Sales organization to continually identify and gather required enhancements to the Compensation Program and design.
• Working closely with compensation finance, Field Operations, Human Resources, IT and payroll teams to identify and implement process improvements related to internal and cross-functional processes.
• Working for the enhancement of Compensation systems with Global Compensation team, IT and Finance to successfully implement and test the system changes.
• Engaging in various upcoming projects, related to the Sales Compensation Program.
• Proactively communicate changes, timelines, and blockers to stakeholders, including Sales Ops, Finance Controllers, and HR.

Education

In depth knowledge of sales compensation plan design, principles, and best practices

At NetApp, we embrace a hybrid working environment designed to strengthen connection, collaboration, and culture for all employees. This means that most roles will have some level of in-office and / or in-person expectations, which will be shared during the recruitment process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NetApp is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, and any protected classification.

Why NetApp

We are all about helping customers turn challenges into business opportunity. It starts with bringing new thinking to age-old problems, like how to use data most effectively to run better - but also to innovate. We tailor our approach to the customer's unique needs with a combination of fresh thinking and proven approaches.

We enable a healthy work-life balance. Our volunteer time off program is best in class, offering employees 40 hours of paid time off each year to volunteer with their favourite organizations. We provide comprehensive benefits, including health care, life and accident plans, emotional support resources for you and your family, legal services, and financial savings programs to help you plan for your future. We support professional and personal growth through educational assistance and provide access to various discounts and perks to enhance your overall quality of life.

If you want to help us build knowledge and solve big problems, let's talk.

Skills Required

Callidus, Sap, compensation plan design, Vba, Tableau, sales compensation