Sr. Total Rewards Specialist - LOA & Benefits

WHO WE ARE:

How will transportation and mobility evolve? What will the vehicle of the future look like – and how will those vehicles be repaired? How can the next 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 high-impact role for a highly organized, solutions-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys bringing structure, accuracy, and continuous improvement to complex processes.

NMG is seeking a Sr. Total Rewards Specialist to own and lead the administration of Leave of Absence (LOA) and Workers’ Compensation (WC) programs, serving as a key resource for team members, leaders, and HR partners.

In addition to primary responsibility for LOA/WC, this role will support broader Total Rewards programs, including benefits administration and retirement plan operations, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and a high standard of service across all programs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leave of Absence (LOA) & Workers’ Compensation (Primary Focus)

• Own and lead administration of Workers’ Compensation claims, ensuring full compliance with state and federal regulations 
• Oversee and optimize leave of absence programs including FMLA, ADA, personal, and other leaves 
• Partner with managers, HR Business Partners, and external vendors to ensure smooth processes and timely resolution of cases 
• Monitor trends, identify process improvements, and enhance program effectiveness and employee experience 

Unemployment Claims Management

• Process unemployment claims with accurate and timely documentation 
• Manage agency accounts to reduce paper processing and improve efficiency 
• Track and report unemployment data to support compliance and cost management

Benefits Administration

• Serve as a point of contact for team member benefits inquiries 
• Support benefits education efforts, including orientations and enrollment guidance 
• Coordinate annual open enrollment and ongoing benefit changes 

401(k) & Retirement Plan Support

• Partner with third-party administrators and recordkeepers to ensure compliance with ERISA requirements 
• Support team member education and inquiries related to retirement plans 
• Manage annual testing, audit coordination, and regulatory filings to ensure ongoing plan compliance 

Time Off & Policy Administration

• Support the administration of PTO, holiday, and leave-related policies 
• Provide guidance on accruals, usage, and compliance 

Compensation & Total Rewards Support

• May support job evaluations, market benchmarking, and compensation analysis 

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure all Total Rewards programs comply with applicable laws and regulations 
• Prepare reports and provide analysis to support decision-making across Total Rewards 

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 10 years of experience in Human Resources
• 4–6 years of experience in LOA/WC administration 
• Experience supporting benefits administration strongly preferred 
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field (or equivalent experience) 
• Strong knowledge of applicable regulations (FMLA, ADA, COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA, etc.) 
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, reporting) 
• Experience in a multi-state environment 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR, or CEBS certification 
• Experience with ADP 
• Exposure to Canadian benefits or global Total Rewards programs 

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment 
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and compliance 
• Ability to think strategically while executing day-to-day operations

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Hybrid role based in Walton Hills, OH (2 days in office / 3 days remote)

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 needed based on business needs