Manager, Commercial Commissions

AtriCure, Inc. provides innovative technologies for the treatment of Afib and related conditions. Afib affects more than 33 million people worldwide. Electrophysiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons around the globe use AtriCure technologies for the treatment of Afib and reduction of Afib related complications. AtriCure's Isolator Synergy Ablation System is the first medical device to receive FDA approval for the treatment of persistent Afib. AtriCure's AtriClip Left Atrial Appendage Exclusion System products are the most widely sold LAA management devices worldwide. AtriCure's Hybrid AF Therapy is a minimally invasive procedure that provides a lasting solution for long-standing persistent Afib patients. AtriCure's cryoICE cryoSPHERE probe is cleared for temporary ablation of peripheral nerves to block pain, providing pain relief in cardiac and thoracic procedures. For more information, visit AtriCure.com or follow us on Twitter @AtriCure.

We foster a culture of inclusion by embracing diverse experiences and individuals where everyone's authentic self is welcome. We offer supporting programs and resources that provide enriching and equitable opportunities for each person to contribute professionally and personally.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Variable Compensation Manager serves as the strategic owner of the US and Americas region incentive compensation programs, ensuring that all variable pay structures drive performance, align with business objectives, and operate with accuracy, transparency, and compliance. This role oversees the endtoend lifecycle of incentive compensation - from plan design and modeling to system governance, monthly operations, reporting, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate brings strong analytical expertise, deep experience with Varicent ICM, and the leadership presence to partner with senior executives across Sales Operations, Sales, Finance, and HR. This individual will guide compensation strategy, lead crossfunctional initiatives, and mentor team members while ensuring a worldclass compensation experience for the sales organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:

• Manage the US and Americas Region incentive compensation program, including plan design, documentation, modeling, and annual planning cycles.
• Serve as the enterprise subjectmatter expert for Varicent ICM, ensuring system accuracy, governance, and optimization across all global compensation plans.
• Establish and enforce compensation policies, controls, and audit processes to ensure compliance, transparency, and risk mitigation.
• Lead crossfunctional alignment with Sales Operations, Sales, Finance, and HR to ensure incentive programs support business strategy and organizational goals.
• Partner with senior leadership to design and refine incentive compensation plans that drive desired behaviors and align with revenue objectives.
• Develop financial models and scenario analyses to evaluate plan effectiveness and forecast compensation expense.
• Create and maintain performance dashboards and executivelevel reporting to provide insights into attainment, productivity, and compensation trends.
• Oversee monthly commission processing, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery of payments.
• Network externally to stay informed and recommend strategy enhancements to the Varicent application
• Lead system configuration, testing, and deployment of new plans and enhancements within Varicent, including workflow automation and reporting improvements.
• Manage data integrity by partnering with IT, HR and Sales Operations to track personnel changes, territory updates, and organizational movements.
• Develop and maintain process documentation for all compensationrelated workflows, controls, and system configurations.

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:

• Regular and predictable work performance
• Ability to work under fast-paced conditions
• Ability to make decisions and use good judgement
• Ability to prioritize various duties and multitask as required
• Ability to successfully work with others
• Additional duties as assigned

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Analytics, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of experience in incentive compensation, sales operations, financial analysis, or related roles
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problemsolving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership and influence crossfunctional stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Experience in usings applications to process incentive compensation
• Ability to work both independently and within a team to meet organizational objectives and deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, & PowerPoint, and the use of sales data reporting tools.
• Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate and build relationships at all levels within the organization

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced degree in Business, Analytics, or a related field.
• 4-5 years sales operations experience within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology or medical device industry

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to regularly walk, sit, or stand as needed
• Ability to occasionally bend and push/pull as needed
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check

AtriCure has a variety of benefits available for US based employees and their families. Examples include Medical & Dental beginning day 1 of employment, 401K plus match, 20 days of paid Parental Leave, in addition to maternity leave, for new moms and dads, Volunteer Time off, Pet Insurance, and more. Corporate-based employees also have full access to our on-site fitness center and cafeteria. To see a complete list of our benefits, please visit our careers website: https://www.atricure.com/careers-atricure/benefits. AtriCure participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity of and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here https://www.e-verify.gov/ AtriCure is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and provides Drug Free Workplaces. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, protected veteran status, status as an individual with disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law(s).