Question

1. As VP of HR at Pilsner Roofing, the eleventh largest roofing company in the world, you are experiencing turnover problems with the employees who actually install roofs (roofers). General Manager Roy Cranston has asked you to fix the problem. While your primary emphasis might be on having a competitive base pay, you need to decide if there is anything you can do in the incentive department. Before you can make this decision, what information would you like about (a) pay (base + incentive) at major competitors, (b) the nature of the turnover, and (c) next year’s labor budget?

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

a) To accurately assess the pay (base + incentive) at major competitors, I would like to know the exact salaries, wages, and incentives offered to their roofers, as well as any other job-specific benefits they may be providing. This should include details such as the amount of vacation and personal days, as well as any additional perks that could be motivating factors for employees.

b) To determine the nature of the turnover, I would like to see data on the rate of turnover, the average tenure of roofers, the reasons why they are leaving, the age and gender of the employees, and any other demographic information that might be relevant.

c) To gain a better understanding of next year’s labor budget, I would like to know the estimated expenses for hiring and training new employees, the estimated cost of additional incentives, and the potential impact that additional incentives might have on our bottom line. I would also like to know the projected demand for roofers in our local market, as well as the potential costs associated with recruiting and hiring from outside sources.