Sales Compensation Analyst

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Position Overview

Autodesk Inc is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Commission Plan Analyst to join our Sales Incentive and Compensation team within the Go-to-Market Strategy organization. This is an exciting opportunity to help lead our transition from traditional Incentive Compensation to a modern Sales Performance Management (SPM) approach—aligning data, systems, and strategy to drive smarter sales execution.

This role is instrumental in shaping our global commission programs through in-depth analysis, predictive modeling, and performance tracking. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-tech environment and is comfortable working cross-functionally with a wide range of stakeholders. This position reports to the Business Architect of Sales Compensation and will work closely with Sales Operations, Finance, HR, and the Global Commissions team to support plan design, cost modeling, territory planning, and quota setting.

Responsibilities

• Analyze commission plan performance at both organizational and role-based levels to evaluate effectiveness, ROI, and alignment with business objectives

• Build and maintain predictive models to forecast plan costs based on proposed changes for upcoming fiscal years

• Perform historical performance analysis by role, geography, or segment—comparing outcomes to benchmarks—to establish achievement thresholds, acceleration factors, and recognition levels such as Diamond Club

• Track and evaluate SPIFF and sales contest programs, delivering insights into cost efficiency and business impact

• Conduct audits of plan documentation, job profiles, and compensation components to ensure compliance, consistency, and data accuracy

• Support annual compensation planning cycles through data analysis, scenario modeling, and recommendations on plan mechanics and system capabilities

• Maintain and enhance the sales performance reporting framework—including peer performance comparisons, dashboards, and commission cost tracking—while contributing to long-term system strategies that improve reporting functionality, processing accuracy, and overall scalability

• Partner with Sales Finance to support plan implementation, territory management, and quota allocation to ensure alignment with business planning

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) a plus

• 3+ years of experience in sales compensation, commissions, sales operations, or sales finance, ideally within a high-growth or technology-driven organization

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)

• Experience with databases and SQL (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, Snowflake) or compensation platforms (e.g., Xactly, Callidus) is a plus

• General understanding of sales processes, roles, and quota-based incentive programs

• Strong analytical mindset with high attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to tailor insights for different audiences

• Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence stakeholders without direct authority

• High energy, growth mindset, and a global perspective

About Autodesk

Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.

We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – it’s at the core of everything we do. Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world.

When you’re an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!

Benefits

From health and financial benefits to time away and everyday wellness, we give Autodeskers the best, so they can do their best work. Learn more about our benefits in the U.S. by visiting https://benefits.autodesk.com/

Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $89,100 and $153,670. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Autodesk, we're building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We also consider for employment all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

Diversity & Belonging

We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/diversity-and-belonging

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