Sr. Benefits Specialist

Transtar Industries Inc; Walton Hills (OH); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

NexaMotion Group is seeking a senior Total Rewards/Benefits leader to oversee health, welfare, and retirement programs across the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. You will serve as SME for benefits, manage enrollments and communications, and ensure ERISA compliance while partnering with brokers and providers.

The role emphasizes process improvement, data-driven decisions, and scalable Total Rewards operations to support a growing multi-region workforce.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in Benefits, Total Rewards, or Human Resources with ownership of benefits and regulatory compliance.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (VLOOKUP, IF, TRIM, Pivot Tables).
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and prepare leader-ready reports.
• Proficiency with HRIS and benefits administration platforms.
• Experience supporting a multi-state or multinational workforce.
• Solid knowledge of HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, ERISA and DOL/IRS regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead administration and continuous improvement of health, welfare, and retirement programs across the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for benefits and retirement programs, partnering with brokers and providers to optimize plan performance.
• Lead benefit enrollments, communications, and member education to maximize value.
• Own plan compliance, including ERISA, annual testing, audits, and regulatory filings.
• Liaise for leave, ADA accommodations, workers' compensation, and unemployment programs and drive timely outcomes.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and strengthen internal controls across Total Rewards.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

HR data analysis

Communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS

Job description

How will transportation and mobility evolve? What will the vehicle of the future look like – and how will those vehicles be repaired? How can thenext chapter of your career contribute to solving these transportation challenges and more?

NexaMotion Group (NMG) is on a mission to simplify complex vehicle repair to keep the world moving.

We are a leading automotive parts distributor represented across the U.S., Puerto Rico, and Canada, and through patent-winning software and technology, we are revolutionizing our industry.

What has remained constant throughout our 50-year history of transformation is our dedication to our customers, our team members, and to the values on which NMG was founded: Commitment, Humility, Optimism, Integrity, and Respect.

A career with NMG offers the opportunity to make an impact within a rapidly growing organization – the chance to learn, lead, collaborate, and connect with other solutions-oriented, forward-thinking professionals. We invest meaningfully in training and development, empowering you to build your future alongside ours and shape a career unique to your talents, interest, and purpose.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

This is a broad Benefits role that requires depth where it matters most. Deep expertise in benefits and retirement plan administration is essential, along with working knowledge of leave administration, workers' compensation, paid time off, and compensation.

This role serves as a trusted resource to leaders and team members across the organization, translating regulatory requirements and business needs into scalable, well-run Total Rewards programs. Success requires curiosity, sound business judgment, and strong project ownership. You thrive in a build-and-scale environment, energized by improving programs, simplifying complexity, measuring outcomes, and continuously refining how Total Rewards supports the business.

You’ll be empowered to make recommendations, influence decisions, and streamline processes in pursuit of better business outcomes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Benefits & Retirement (45%)

• Lead the administration and continuous improvement of NMG's health, welfare, and retirement programs across the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico, ensuring operational excellence and compliance.
• Serve as the organization's subject matter expert for benefits and retirement programs, partnering with brokers, carriers, retirement providers, and third-party administrators to optimize plan performance and resolve complex issues.
• Lead benefit enrollments, communications, and team member education that enable informed decisions and maximizes the value of NMG's Total Rewards offerings.
• Own plan compliance, including ERISA requirements, annual testing, audits, and regulatory filings.

Leave, Workers' Compensation & Total Rewards Operations (30%)

• Serve as the liaison for the administration of leave of absence, ADA accommodations, workers' compensation, and unemployment programs, ensuring compliance while driving improvements where necessary.
• Partner with leaders, HR Business Partners, external vendors, and agencies to resolve complex cases, provide guidance, and lead timely outcomes.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, strengthen internal controls, improve operational efficiency, and enhance the overall team member experience across Total Rewards programs.
• Own and lead NMG’s paid time off policies and practices.

Compensation (5%)

• Support compensation programs through job evaluations, market benchmarking, compensation analysis, and data-driven recommendations that enable informed pay decisions.
• Ensure compensation practices align with organizational objectives and applicable laws and regulations.
• Ensure Total Rewards programs remain compliant with applicable federal, state, provincial, and local laws and regulations.
• Prepare reporting, analyze trends, identify opportunities, and recommend solutions that improve compliance, operational effectiveness, and the overall team member experience.
• Develop and maintain scalable processes, documentation, and best practices that support the continued growth and maturity of the Total Rewards function.

This description reflects the primary responsibilities of the role but is not intended to be exhaustive. Responsibilities may evolve as business needs change.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in Benefits, Total Rewards, or Human Resources, including demonstrated ownership of benefits and retirement administration and regulatory compliance.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products, especially Excel:
  • Efficiently build and troubleshoot commonly used formulas (e.g., vlookup, IF statements, True/False, TRIM, SUM) as well as Pivot Tables, charts, drop down lists, etc.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to organize and interpret data, develop recommendations, and prepare leader‑ready reports and communications.
• Proficiency with HRIS and benefits administration platforms.
• Experience supporting a multi-state and/or multinational workforce.
• Strong working knowledge of the regulatory framework governing employee benefits and Total Rewards, including HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, ERISA, and applicable Department of Labor and IRS regulations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, PHR/SPHR, or CEBS certification.
• Experience using ADP as the HRIS system of record.
• Experience working with Total Rewards functions for Canada.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem‑solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proven ability to build relationships, influence without authority, and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated success managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on execution.
• Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to build, simplify, and scale processes, programs, and documentation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

As necessary based on operational needs.