Employee Recognition Program Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Pennsylvania, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Create and execute a technology platform designed to enhance and automate the tracking of recognition, milestones, anniversaries, and recognition history.

• Collaborate with organizational leaders to develop impactful and inclusive recognition initiatives and events that reflect the company culture.

• Work alongside senior leadership, HR, and Communications to craft engagement messaging and facilitate cross-functional committees.

• Establish recognition program policies and procedures in partnership with HR.

• Manage the complete lifecycle of branded merchandise, encompassing vendor selection, inventory oversight, curation, pricing, and purchase orders.

• Cultivate and negotiate vendor partnerships and contracts to ensure competitive pricing.

• Provide creative guidance on merchandise design and stay updated on industry trends.

• Oversee Human Resources’ charitable giving strategy and manage large-scale donation requests and community collaborations.

• Organize cross-divisional product donations.

• Plan and manage employee fundraising campaigns, including logistics, budgets, and vendor relationships.

• Analyze data related to recognition, merchandise, and giving programs to identify trends and opportunities.

• Create reports and dashboards to evaluate program effectiveness.

• Conduct benchmarking to maintain competitive, cost-effective, and best-in-class programs.

⛳️ Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree is preferred, or equivalent professional experience.

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in managing rewards and recognition programs, employee engagement, or a related HR/communications role.

• Proven track record of creating or significantly enhancing recognition programs from inception.

• Demonstrated vendor management experience, including negotiations on contracts, pricing discussions, and relationship development.

• Experience overseeing branded merchandise programs, including processes for swag ordering and brand compliance.

• Familiarity with recognition platforms or digital tools utilized for managing and automating employee programs.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with strong skills in Excel and PowerPoint.

• Ability to analyze data and effectively convey insights through clear presentations.

• Strong project management abilities and the capability to handle multiple priorities independently.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present program updates and insights to diverse audiences.

• Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading, and research capabilities.

• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and business stakeholders.

• Capacity to operate under tight deadlines and manage competing demands.

• Strong sense of accountability and the ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision.

• Entrepreneurial mindset, with initiative, flexibility, and a willingness to learn and develop.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive base salary along with bonus opportunities.

• Generous paid time off (minimum of three weeks).

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on the first day of employment.

• 401(k) plan with employer matching.

• Paid parental leave.

• Assistance for child and family care (dependent care FSA with employer match up to $3750).

• Bundle of joy benefit providing a year’s worth of free diapers to all team members welcoming a new baby.

• Tuition assistance for continued education.

• Wellness program offering savings of up to $4,000 per year on insurance premiums.

• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.