Compensation and Benefits Specialist Turkey

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination and continued learning and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you “Dare to Grow” with us?

Compensation and Benefits Specialist

Join CEVA Logistics Turkey as a Compensation and Benefits Specialist and become an integral part of our dynamic team based in Istanbul. In this pivotal role within our Logistics – Human Resources division, you will contribute significantly to the strategic development and administration of competitive remuneration and benefits programmes tailored to the local market.

About CEVA Logistics Turkey and Our Team

CEVA Logistics Turkey is a proud member of a global leader in the logistics sector, recognised for fostering an innovative and inclusive work environment. Our Compensation and Benefits team is committed to attracting, motivating, and retaining top talent by designing fair, market-aligned, and cost-effective remuneration packages that support employee well-being and engagement. Working with us means joining a company that embraces diversity, encourages professional growth, and champions collaborative success.

Role Overview

This role is responsible for the effective management and continual improvement of compensation structures and benefit offerings across our Turkish operations. You will play a crucial part in ensuring our compensation and benefits programmes are competitive, compliant with Turkish labour laws, and aligned with CEVA Logistics’ global strategies. Your contributions will directly impact employee satisfaction and support broader business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and regularly update compensation and benefits policies and procedures in accordance with CEVA Logistics’ global framework and Turkish labour legislation.
• Conduct comprehensive market research and benchmarking analyses to ensure remuneration packages remain competitive, including salary structures, incentive plans, allowances and benefits.
• Collaborate closely with HR business partners, line managers and senior leadership to analyse compensation data, provide insightful recommendations and design reward strategies that meet evolving business needs.
• Oversee administration of employee benefits programmes such as health insurance, retirement schemes, and voluntary benefit options, ensuring optimal delivery and employee awareness.
• Ensure full compliance with local regulatory requirements and internal governance, promoting transparent and equitable reward practices throughout the organisation.
• To ensure maintain the Job Evaluation process using global methodologies (WTW, Mercer, KF ) to ensure internal equity and structural consistency.
• Support special projects including annual salary review cycles, bonus schemes, and incentive programmes, ensuring smooth execution and alignment with organisational goals.
• Maintain meticulous and confidential records of compensation and benefits data, producing regular reports to inform strategic decision-making.
• Manage relationships with external vendors and consultants, coordinating benefit plan optimisation and administering compensation surveys to keep offerings competitive.
• Continuously assess and identify opportunities to enhance the employee reward experience, contributing to ongoing programme improvements.

Essential Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance or a related discipline.
• Proven experience (min 4 years) in compensation and benefits management, ideally within logistics or a similar industry context.
• Solid knowledge of job evaluation and grading methodologies and practices.
• In-depth understanding of Turkish labour laws pertaining to compensation and benefits schemes.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office, with advanced skills in Excel and analytical tools to support data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent organisational and project management abilities capable of prioritising multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in Turkish combined with strong professional English language skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and maintain high ethical standards.

Why Join Us?

At CEVA Logistics Turkey, you will have the opportunity to influence meaningful human resource strategies that support our people and overall business success. We foster a collaborative workplace where your insights and contributions are valued, supporting your professional development within a multinational context. Enjoy a culture dedicated to diversity, equity and inclusion, and be part of a team making a positive impact across the logistics sector.

If you are passionate about designing and managing effective reward programmes that energise employees and align with business goals, we invite you to apply and take the next step in your HR career with CEVA Logistics Turkey.

CEVA Logistics Turkey is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

As a global organization, and as part of the CMA CGM Group, diversity is critical to our business success; only when we can reflect the cultures, languages, behaviors and local knowledge of our customers, we can succeed. By employing people with different experiences and abilities, we expand our knowledge and increase our creativity and innovation.

Please note: Legitimate CEVA Logistics recruitment processes include communication with candidates through recognized professional networks, such as LinkedIn or via an official company email address: [email protected]. We recommend that you do not respond to unsolicited business propositions and/or offers from people with whom you are unfamiliar.

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