"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 VP of Human Resources Salary

The average Guitar Center VP of Human Resources earns an estimated $195,791 annually. Guitar Center's VP of Human Resources compensation is $28,642 less than the US average for a VP of Human Resources.

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

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Average Compensation

$195,791: avg. base

VP of Human Resources Salaries at Guitar Center

VPs of Human Resources earn $38,791 more than Directors of HR.

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

VP of Human Resources Compensation by Gender (All Companies)

The average female VP of Human Resources at companies similar size to Guitar Center reported making $278,742, while the average male VP of Human Resources at similar sized companies reported making $252,263.

VP of Human Resources Compensation by Ethnicity (All Companies)

The average Asian or Pacific Islander VP of Human Resources at companies similar size to Guitar Center reported making $327,333, while the average Hispanic or Latino VP of Human Resources at similar sized companies reported making $111,000.

How VPs of Human Resources at Guitar Center Rate Their Compensation

The majority of VPs of Human Resources at Guitar Center believe they're not compensated fairly. 56% of VPs of Human Resources at Guitar Center say they receive annual bonuses, and the majority (44%) 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?

56% Yes

Are you satisfied with your Benefits?

44% Yes

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