"We have always known that our success comes from our people, but to put it through this lens, we want all our associates to look left and right and see themselves, knowing that Guitar Center is a place where hard work, good ideas, and culture thrive. What they hear from leadership needs to reflect this vision. That means a diverse collection of men, women of all backgrounds and experiences at all levels of our organization. As candidates consider Guitar Center, we want them to know this is who we are and they will feel welcomed here. That’s how we will continue to stick around for another 40, 50, 60 years."? - Ron Japinga, CEO, Guitar Center read more

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Guitar Center HR Manager Salary

The average Guitar Center HR Manager earns an estimated $105,600 annually, which includes an estimated base salary of $100,150 with a $5,450 bonus. Guitar Center's HR Manager compensation is $3,357 more than the US average for a HR Manager. HR Manager salaries at Guitar Center can range from $70,000 - $140,000.

The HR Department at Guitar Center earns $2,031 more on average than the IT Department.

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Average Compensation

$100,150: avg. base

$5,450: avg. bonus

HR Manager Salaries at Guitar Center

HR Managers earn $1,829 more than HR Managers, and $5,612 less than Recruiters.

Director of HR

$157k*

Recruiter

$111k*

HR Manager

$104k*

* estimated salary

Compensation at Guitar Center by Department

The HR Department averages $2,031 more than the IT Department, and $2,195 less than the Business Development Department

Business Development

$111,052 Avg. total comp.

+$2k

$108,857 Avg. total comp.

$106,826 Avg. total comp.

-$2k

HR Manager Compensation by Gender (All Companies)

The average female HR Manager at companies similar size to Guitar Center reported making $116,859, while the average male HR Manager at similar sized companies reported making $136,237.

HR Manager Compensation by Ethnicity (All Companies)

The average Native American HR Manager at companies similar size to Guitar Center reported making $160,000, while the average Caucasian HR Manager at similar sized companies reported making $114,466.

How HR Managers at Guitar Center Rate Their Compensation

The majority of HR Managers at Guitar Center believe they're not compensated fairly. 43% of HR Managers at Guitar Center say they receive annual bonuses, and the majority (42%) are not satisfied with their benefits. See more compensation ratings at Guitar Center

Do you believe you're paid fairly?

26% Yes

Does your company give annual bonuses?

43% Yes

Are you satisfied with your Benefits?

42% Yes

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