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Manager, Incentive Compensation
Pfizer INC · 🇺🇸 4 Locations
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 40 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 9 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Pfizer INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles3 certified filings for “SENIOR MANAGER, STATISTICAL PROGRAMMING” (Statisticians) in CA: $171k–$214k, median $208k. Most were filed at wage level IV (67%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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The US Department of Labor certified 40 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 9 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
ROLE SUMMARY: The Global Operation Services Center (GOSC) is seeking a highly motivated Manager, Incentive Compensation Design to lead incentive compensation strategy and design for Pfizer's Tier 3 International Markets. In this role, you will partner directly with business leaders across diverse global markets to develop bonus plans, quota-setting methodologies, and recognition programs that motivate customer-facing colleagues and drive business performance. You will serve as a trusted advisor, translating business objectives into incentive compensation solutions that are simple, motivating, fiscally responsible, and compliant with Pfizer policies and governance standards. Working closely with the GOSC Delivery team, you will also lead the successful implementation and ongoing administration of these programs. This role combines strategic consulting, analytics, and stakeholder management. It is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of data and business strategy, enjoys solving complex performance challenges, and can confidently communicate recommendations to senior leaders. Success in this position requires both strong quantitative capabilities and the ability to influence decision-making through clear, evidence-based insights. Beyond supporting assigned markets, this role will contribute to broader GOSC strategic initiatives, driving innovation, continuous improvement, and best practices across international incentive compensation programs. ROLE RESPOSNSIBILITIES: Incentive Compensation Strategy & Design • Design, enhance, and maintain incentive compensation plans aligned with local business strategies and commercial objectives. • Develop and refine quota-setting methodologies that support performance, fairness, and business growth. • Design local recognition and award programs that reinforce desired behaviors and strategic priorities. • Partner with business leaders to identify challenges and proactively recommend incentive compensation solutions. Analytics & Strategic Consulting • Analyze incentive compensation program effectiveness and identify opportunities for optimization. • Leverage data and analytics to generate insights, evaluate program performance, and support strategic decision-making. • Build robust business cases and recommendations for plan design changes, balancing motivation, affordability, and risk management. • Serve as a trusted advisor to market leadership by providing objective, data-driven guidance. Stakeholder Partnership • Develop strong relationships with market leaders and gain deep understanding of local business priorities, products, customer dynamics, and competitive landscapes. • Facilitate discussions and influence stakeholders through credible recommendations and clear communication. • Collaborate effectively across Commercial Excellence, Finance, PX, Compliance, and other partner functions. Program Implementation, Governance & Service Delivery • Partner with GOSC Delivery teams to ensure timely, accurate, and effective implementation and administration of incentive compensation programs. • Collaborate with GOSC to calculate bonus payouts, contests, awards, and field quotas using approved processes, tools, and templates. • Ensure all incentive compensation deliverables are accurate, complete, and distributed to the field force according to established timelines. • Own governance and operational oversight across all incentive compensation services within assigned markets. • Create, maintain, and manage incentive compensation production calendars, ensuring alignment across business, operational, and support stakeholders. • Hold stakeholders accountable for data ownership, validation, quality, and timely submission of required inputs. • Implement new process