Global Payroll Director
3M ‚Ä¢ Maplewood, Minnesota ‚Ä¢ Full Time ‚Ä¢ $250,253–$305,864 / year
Posted on Wed, Aug 12, 2026
Job Description:
Job Title
Global Payroll Director
Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World
Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.
This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.
The Impact You’ll Make in this Role
As a Global Payroll Director, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:
Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement global payroll strategies in collaboration with senior leadership, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Operational Oversight: Oversee global payroll operations to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. Make strategic decisions requiring in-depth analysis of unique and multi-faceted concepts.
Project and Budget Management: Initiate and approve projects to improve payroll efficiency and competitiveness. Establish and manage departmental budgets, approving programs and budget deviations.
Vendor and Compliance Management: Manage contracts and contract renewals, ensuring payroll vendor contractual obligations are met. Ensure payroll processes and resources comply with SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) controls and other regulatory requirements.
Team Leadership and Development: Manage and mentor a team of payroll professionals, including senior managers. Provide direct supervision, set objectives, conduct performance reviews, and identify training and development needs.
Issue Resolution and Support: Act as the point of escalation for regional payroll vendors. Resolve escalated program issues, ensuring programs meet business objectives on time and within budget. Support Country Managers with timely policy decisions and approvals.
Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the payroll team. Work with payroll vendors on improvements identified during payroll audits.
Employee Performance and Development: Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the payroll team. Implement performance management processes to set objectives, provide regular feedback, and conduct performance reviews. Identify training and development needs for team members and provide opportunities for skill enhancement and career growth. Mentor and coach team members to build a high-performing and motivated payroll team. Recognize and reward outstanding performance and contributions.
Your Skills and Expertise
To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start)
Ten (10+) years experience in global payroll management in a private, public, government or military environment
Eight (8+) years e of experience in a leadership role
Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:
Master's degree from an accredited institution
Strong strategic thinking and decision-making skills
Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities
Proven ability to manage budgets and resources effectively
Experience with payroll systems and software
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision
Knowledge of industry trends and best practices in payroll management
Familiarity with SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) controls and compliance requirements
Work location: This role follows an on-site working model, requiring the employee to work at least four days a week at the 3M Center in Maplewood, MN.
Travel: May include up to 10% domestic
Relocation: May be authorized
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).
Supporting Your Well-being
3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.
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Applicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $250,253 - $305,864, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.Good Faith Posting Date Range 07/29/2026 To 08/28/2026 Or until filledAll US-based 3M full time employees will need to sign an employee agreement as a condition of employment with 3M. This agreement lays out key terms on using 3M Confidential Information and Trade Secrets. It also has provisions discussing conflicts of interest and how inventions are assigned. Employees that are Job Grade 7 or equivalent and above may also have obligations to not compete against 3M or solicit its employees or customers, both during their employment, and for a period after they leave 3M.Learn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the world’s problems at www.3M.com or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M.Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.Pay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.Please note: your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly.
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