Associate Human Resources Manager in ROXBORO, North Carolina at TIRES UNLIMITED INC

Tires Unlimited, Inc. is a growing, family-owned automotive group operating NAPA Auto Parts stores across the Virginia and North Carolina region, with locations in Martinsville, Lynchburg, Danville, Burlington, Eden, Reidsville, Mebane, and Roxboro. What began as a small, community-rooted operation has expanded into a thriving multi-site business built on decades of trusted service, strong customer relationships, and a commitment to quality. Despite our growth, we've held onto the heart of what makes us who we are — the personal touch, tight-knit team culture, and deep local ties that define a true family business. Joining Tires Unlimited means becoming part of a team that values hard work, integrity, and the kind of genuine service that keeps customers coming back generation after generation.

We are looking to add an Associate HR Manager to the team! This role serves as a hands-on HR partner supporting multiple aftermarket automotive retail locations. This role blends day-to-day HR operations with strategic business partnership, ensuring consistent execution of people programs while advising leaders on employee relations, compliance, workforce effectiveness, productivity and labor budget efficiency.

This position is responsible for coordinating core HR functions including benefits administration, workers’ compensation, FMLA, and employee relations, while helping drive a positive, compliant, and high-performing workplace across assigned stores.

THIS IS A HYBRID ROLE REQUIRING 3 DAYS PER WEEK IN OUR OFFICE IN ROXBORO, NC

HR Business Partnership

• Act as a trusted advisor to organization leaders and store management across 8 locations, aligning HR practices with business goals
• Provide guidance on performance management, coaching, and team effectiveness
• Support workforce planning, staffing needs, and organizational changes

Employee Relations

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations issues
• Conduct investigations and recommend appropriate resolutions
• Coach managers on conflict resolution, documentation, and consistent application of policies
• Promote a positive and inclusive work environment

Benefits & Leave Administration

• Coordinate and support employee benefits programs, including enrollment and employee education
• Administer and track FMLA, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations
• Partner with employees and managers on leave-of-absence processes

Workers’ Compensation & Safety

• Manage workers’ compensation claims, including reporting, tracking, and return-to-work coordination
• Partner with leadership to promote safe work practices and reduce workplace incidents

Compliance & Policy Execution

• Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies (FMLA, ADA, FLSA, etc.)
• Support audits and maintain accurate employee records
• Assist with policy communication and implementation across locations

HR Operations

• Support recruiting, onboarding, and training efforts as needed
• Assist with performance review processes and compensation actions
• Maintain and configure HR systems and reporting accuracy

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3–6+ years of HR generalist or HR business partner experience
• Experience supporting multi-site or retail environments preferred (automotive or similar industry a plus)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Employee relations experience
• Benefits coordination experience
• Workers’ compensation experience
• FMLA and leave management experience
• Proven ability to build relationships and influence leaders
• Solid understanding of employment law and HR best practices
• Ability to balance tactical execution with strategic thinking
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, field-based environment

Additional Expectations

• 3 Days in office at our Roxboro, NC location
• Regular travel between assigned store locations
• Ability to operate independently while staying aligned with HR leadership
• High level of discretion and professionalism