Sr. Benefits Manager

Tirehub; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No-cost health insurance option

TireHub funded Health Savings Account

Disability and life insurance benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Parental leave programs

401k with TireHub match

Tire discounts

HQ Ravinia Plaza access with free gym/

Free parking

Job summary

TireHub, headquartered in Dunwoody, GA, is seeking a Senior Benefits Manager to oversee administration of all non‑compensation employee benefits. You will lead open enrollment, educate employees, and manage vendor relationships, ensuring regulatory compliance and accurate data with payroll/HRIS.

The role emphasizes execution and administration over plan design, reporting to the VP of HR and supervising one Benefits Coordinator. Strong leadership and benefits expertise are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive benefits administration experience.
• At least 2 years supervising or leading benefits staff.
• Experience managing benefits carriers, brokers, and vendors.
• Proven success in open enrollment in multi‑plan environments.
• Hands-on benefits compliance, filings, and audit support.
• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Administer all non-compensation employee benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k)).
• Serve as escalation point for complex benefits inquiries and claims issues.
• Partner with payroll and HRIS to ensure data accuracy and reconciliations.
• Manage relationships with carriers, brokers, and third-party admins.
• Coordinate vendor renewals, implementations, and invoice validation.

Skills

Benefits administration

Vendor management

Open enrollment coordination

Employee education

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Project coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or Business

CEBS / SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP / PHR / SPHR (preferred)

Tools

Workday

ADP

UKG

Enrollment systems

Job description

The Senior Benefits Manager is responsible for the administration and day-to-day management of all non-compensation employee benefit programs. Reporting to the Vice President of Human Resources and managing one Benefits Coordinator, the role owns benefits operations, vendor and broker relationships, employee education and open enrollment, and benefits-related compliance and audit activities. This is an execution- and administration-focused position: the Senior Benefits Manager implements and manages established benefit plans rather than designing plans or setting benefits strategy, which remain the responsibility of HR leadership.

When you say YES to something bigger:

• Choose your day one benefits which include a no cost health insurance option
• TireHub funded Health Savings Account
• Additional benefit options including TireHub paid short/long term disability and life insurance benefits
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Parental leave programs
• Build your financial future with 401k including TireHub match
• Access to tire discounts, perks, and so much more!
• Enjoy access to the TireHub headquarters location in Ravinia Plaza including free parking, free gym, convenient restaurants, outdoor spaces, special events and more.

The individual must exhibit the following core TireHub Commitments:

• Approachable - If a company could smile, we would. Instead we rely on our people to show it. We care about eachotherand our customersbecause we know business only gets done right when people respect each other and value relationships.
• Adventurous - WhatTireHubis set up to do isintentionallyoutrageous. So, we readily embracechallengeswith the courage to introduce new ideas and the ambition to build something unique.
• Relentless - We tackle our work with energy. We deliver on our commitments withenthusiasm. And we don't give up until we get to the end.
• Speedy - Speed is the currency in the tire industry. When we commit toa job, we get the job done – and we do it fast.

Role Specifics:

Benefits Administration & Operations

• Administer all non-compensation employee benefit programs — including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement/401(k), leave, wellness, and voluntary benefits — ensuring accurate enrollment, eligibility, deductions, and record-keeping.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for complex employee benefits inquiries, claims issues, and coverage or eligibility questions.
• Partner with payroll and HRIS to ensure benefits data, deductions, and carrier feeds are accurate and reconciled.
• Manage relationships with benefits carriers, brokers, and third-party administrators, monitoring service levels and performance against contractual and service-level standards.
• Coordinate vendor renewals and implementations, resolve escalated service issues, and validate invoices and administrative fees for accuracy.

Benefits Training & Informational Sessions

• Develop and deliver benefits training and informational sessions for employees and managers on plan options, eligibility, enrollment procedures, and how to use their benefits.
• Create and maintain clear benefits communications, guides, and reference materials.
• Plan and lead annual open enrollment, including timelines, system configuration and testing, communications, and employee support.
• Coordinate cross-functionally with HR, payroll, and vendors to ensure enrollment elections are accurately captured and processed.

Compliance & Audit

• Ensure benefit programs comply with applicable federal and state regulations, including ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, and IRS/DOL requirements.
• Manage required benefits filings and reporting (e.g., Form 5500, ACA reporting, non-discrimination testing) and maintain accurate documentation and plan records.
• Coordinate and support internal and external benefits audits and remediate findings.
• Supervise, coach, and develop one Benefits Coordinator, setting priorities, reviewing work, and supporting professional growth.
• Ensure benefits tasks are completed accurately and on time, providing guidance on escalations and process improvements.
• Leadership and People Development - Coaches and develops direct reports; creates an environment of trust, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Judgment and Decision-Making - Exercises sound judgment when resolving complex or ambiguous benefits, eligibility, and vendor issues.
• Influence and Communication - Communicates benefits information clearly to employees, managers, and leaders, translating complex plan details into plain language.
• Attention to Detail - Maintains exceptional accuracy in enrollment, deductions, filings, and documentation.
• Organization and Execution - Manages competing priorities and time-sensitive processes such as open enrollment and renewals with strong project discipline.
• Adaptability - Adjusts priorities in response to regulatory changes, plan updates, and evolving employee needs.
• Integrity and Confidentiality - Demonstrates unwavering ethical standards and appropriately handles sensitive and confidential employee information.
• Business Acumen - Understands organizational operations and cost drivers to administer benefits programs effectively and efficiently.
• Employee Service Orientation - Delivers responsive, empathetic support and a positive employee experience across all benefits interactions.

Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive employee benefits administration experience, including at least 2 years supervising or leading benefits staff.
• Demonstrated experience managing benefits carriers, brokers, and third-party administrators.
• Proven success planning and leading annual open enrollment in a multi-plan, and ideally multi-state, environment.
• Hands‑on experience with benefits compliance, required filings, and audit support.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Regulatory Knowledge

• Working knowledge of ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, and Section 125 requirements.
• Familiarity with DOL and IRS reporting obligations, including Form 5500 and ACA reporting.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with HRIS and benefits administration platforms (e.g., Workday, ADP, UKG) and online enrollment systems.
• Strong Excel and data‑reconciliation skills for eligibility, deductions, and invoice validation.

Professional Capabilities

• Skilled in vendor and project management, including renewals, implementations, and open enrollment execution.
• Ability to design and deliver clear, engaging benefits communications and training.

Leadership Skills

• Ability to supervise, coach, and develop a direct report and set clear priorities.
• Effective collaboration with HR, payroll, and finance partners.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• CEBS, SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, or PHR/SPHR certification preferred.
• This is a fast-paced and dynamic operating environment.
• Most of the time is spent sitting, constantly viewing monitors in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move around. There may be occasions to move or lift light articles.
• This role is based in our headquarters office in Dunwoody, GA and requires a strong in-person presence.
• Must be able to travel up to 10%.

TireHub will consider the employment of all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. TireHub maintains a drug‑free workplace in accordance with state and federal law.

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