Human Resources Director

Summary:Southern Tire Mart is seeking a seasoned Human Resources Manager to lead our enterprise-wide HR strategy. This individual will oversee all HR operations, and UKG system optimization for a growing, multi-state workforce. The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands-on—capable of driving compliance, enhancing employee experience, and ensuring accurate and efficient HR operations.Key Responsibilities:Human Resources Leadership· Align HR strategies with business goals and foster a positive, compliant, and performance-driven culture· Lead initiatives in recruitment, onboarding, retention, succession planning, and engagement· Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws· Coach and advise managers on employee relations, performance management, and disciplinary issues· Oversee company-wide policy and handbook development and consistencyCompensation, Benefits, and Reporting· Design and manage competitive compensation structures and pay practices· Support benefit programs and open enrollment in partnership with vendors· Provide executive dashboards and compliance reporting for HR and payroll· Lead audits of HR records as neededQualifications· Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field.· 5+ years of progressive HR leadership experience with multi-state oversight· Strong understanding of wage/hour laws, payroll tax regulations, and HR compliance.· Proven leadership in change management and cross-functional collaboration Preferred· Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skillsWork Environment & Schedule· Based at our Columbia, MS Corporate Office· Must be able to commute to the corporate office daily.· Occasional travel required to locations across the country· Occasional extended hours during audits or key projectsBenefits· 401(k)· 401(k) matching· Dental insurance· Health insurance· Vision insurance· Life insurance· Paid time offIndustry· Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Transportation, and LogisticsEmployment TypeFull-time