Human Resources Manager (HR Manager)
About The Position
Carter Myers Automotive (CMA) is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to support a workforce of approximately 1,248 employees across a growing, employee-owned organization. This leadership role partners with business leaders to drive employee relations, compliance, performance management, HR operations, talent acquisition, and workforce initiatives. The HR Manager will lead a team of six HR and Recruiting professionals, including oversight of a Payroll Team of three, ensuring the effective delivery of HR, recruiting, and payroll services while fostering a positive employee experience and supporting organizational growth.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience.
- 3+ years of people leadership experience, including managing HR, Recruiting, and/or Payroll teams.
- Strong knowledge of employee relations, performance management, employment law, and HR compliance.
- Experience overseeing HR operations for a multi-location organization.
- Experience using HRIS platforms; Paylocity experience strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to coach leaders, influence decision-making, and build strong working relationships.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Nice To Haves
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification.
- Experience leading Talent Acquisition or Recruiting functions.
- Experience overseeing payroll operations and partnering closely with payroll teams.
- Multi-state employment law and compliance experience.
- Experience supporting organizations with 1,000+ employees.
- Experience with change management, employee engagement, and organizational development initiatives.
- HR analytics, reporting, and workforce planning experience.
Responsibilities
- Partner with business leaders to develop and implement HR strategies that support organizational goals and workforce needs.
- Lead and develop a team of six HR, Recruiting, and Payroll professionals, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and managers on employee relations, performance management, coaching, and workplace concerns.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as company policies and practices.
- Oversee talent acquisition strategies, recruiting operations, onboarding programs, and workforce planning initiatives.
- Direct HR operations, including policy administration, employee records, leave management, and HR programs.
- Provide oversight and support for payroll operations to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely processing.
- Leverage Paylocity and other HR technology platforms to optimize processes, reporting, and the employee experience.
- Analyze HR metrics and workforce trends to identify opportunities and support data-driven decision-making.
- Lead employee engagement, retention, recognition, and organizational development initiatives.
- Support training, leadership development, and succession planning efforts across the organization.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, compliance, and employee satisfaction.
Benefits
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Maternity Leave
- Employee Discounts
- Professional Development & Career Growth Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
