Director, Total Rewards

Canfor Corporation is seeking an exceptional and dynamic leader to join its Human Resources Leadership team as the Director of Total Rewards where you’ll be responsible for shaping and driving Canfor’s global Total Rewards strategy. Initially assessing current structures and approaches, then leveraging innovative thinking and a pragmatic mindset to continuously enhance the company’s rewards philosophy, infrastructure, programs, and plans. If you’re someone who knows the industry best practices like the back of their hand and is committed to staying ahead of emerging trends and developments at both national and global levels, then this could be an excellent opportunity for you!

In this pivotal role, you’ll oversee the design, implementation, and management of a wide range of programs, including broad‑based compensation, executive compensation, short‑ and long‑term incentive plans, employee benefits, wellness initiatives, and strategic programs focused on employee recognition and retention. Pulling from your back pocket, you’ll have a collaborative and strategic mindset, and use your deep industry expertise to establish and sustain Total Rewards practices that position Canfor as a top employer.

Working closely with senior stakeholders across Canfor, you’re a leader who will play a key role in aligning HR strategies with broader business priorities in a global, matrixed environment.

A day in the life of the Director, Total Rewards includes :

Strategic Design and Administration of Total Rewards

• Collaborate with the HR Leadership Team and the Compensation Committee of the Board to create and operationalize the strategic design, implementation, communication, and administration of compensation, benefits, and recognition programs.
• Establish the Total Rewards philosophy and strategy, develop budgets, and prepare policies and procedures to ensure equitable and competitive rewards globally.
• Align Total Rewards with business performance metrics to drive shareholder value and employee engagement.
• Ensure a robust and creative enterprise‑wide benefits strategy, monitoring and evaluating programs including insurance, retirement plans, and time‑off policies.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to ensure incentive and benefit plans are cost‑effective, employee‑friendly, and compliant.

Compensation Programs and Pay‑for‑Performance

Benefits Strategy and Compliance

M&A and Integration

Leadership and Advisory

Process Improvement and Cost Management

For this role you’ll come equipped with :

The salary range for this position is : $150,000 - $215,000

Please note : The range provided is for base salary only. In addition to base salary, Canfor proudly offers its employees a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. It features programs such as performance‑based incentive plans, recognition programmes, benefits, paid leaves, pension plans with base and matching contributions, savings options and robust health & well‑being initiatives. We also continually invest in the development of our talent to help them thrive professionally and personally. Above all, we are proud to offer our employees a value proposition that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion and fosters an environment where talent and performance is recognised and rewarded.

Don’t check off every single bullet point? At Canfor, we prioritise the right fit for our organisation over a strict checklist of criteria. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not perfectly align.

Our people‑focused approach prioritises safety, embraces diversity, valuing everyone’s unique qualities. We believe that inclusion and diversity are crucial for our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive edge. Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, based on qualifications and experience.

We appreciate all candidates’ interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioural assessments, references, and criminal record checks, depending on the role and location.

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