Job Description

Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company's innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 14,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2024 revenue of approximately $9.4 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit www.eastman.com.Role DescriptionAn Information Technology & Business Shared Services presence is established in Hyderabad, India with the objective of providing information technology application development and support servicesAs Compensation & Benefits Specialist APR, you will serve as a trusted partner to both HR and the business, providing strategic insights and operational support on Compensation & Benefits related topics.You will report to the C&B lead EMEA & APR and work closely with the APR, EMEA and Corporate C&B team.You will leverage your strong project management skills to effectively oversee and implement C&B initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance with industry standards.As a content expert in Compensation & Benefits, you will stay informed of market trends and best practices, ensuring our programs are innovative and competitive. Your ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate effectively will enhance the overall employee experience and contribute to the success of our organizational objectives.In this role, you will be responsible for setting up and optimizing processes for compensation and benefits programs and systems, driving efficiency and effectiveness.Key Responsibilities:

• Provides analytical and other professional level support to the compensation and benefits function and serves as a trusted business partner to local HR and management.
• Conduct analyses on Compensation Programs and tools for APR, monitor trends and draw conclusions on findings. Work with corporate colleagues on process or program improvements.
• Support APR HR with the review of job descriptions/ job evaluations, determine job levels and align with benchmark.
• Support and guide the annual Compensation Review process.
• Participate in the annual salary survey process. Gather appropriate compensation and Benefits data elements as required by each survey. Work with survey vendors to ensure appropriate data submission.
• Support with annual compensation planning, market ranges and assist in providing benchmark analysis.
• Drafts compensation and benefit plans, administrative procedures and communications materials.
• Assist with implementation and optimization of regional and corporate projects.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Economics, (Tax)Law or business-related field
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in International HR Operations or C&B teams
• Preferably worked in a corporate environment
• Experience with international employees and work environment
• Ability to prioritize work, handling multiple tasks, set goals and consistently delivers timely and accurate results
• Good communication skills
• Excellent analytical skills and interests
• Strong Excel, SuccessFactors and SAP experience is considered a plus
• Fluency in English (both written and verbal communications) is required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project management skills
• Knowledge and experience in value chain management for C&B related processes

Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected classes as designated by law.Eastman is committed to creating a highly engaged workforce, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.