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Associate Relations Specialist

ATD American Tire Distributors
Richmond, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/5/2025

Associate Relations Specialist in Richmond, CA at American Tire Distributors

Are you looking for an opportunity to turn your ambition and your people skills into a rewarding career with an industry leader? Join our team at American Tire Distributors! As the nation's premier tire distributor, ATD’s coast-to-coast distribution network provides approximately 80,000 customers across the U.S. and Canada with rapid and frequent delivery of high-quality tires, custom wheels, and shop supplies.

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Position Description :

We are looking to hire an Associate Relations Specialist where you will be responsible for the communication, guidance, and education of core and common Associate Relations (ER) / HR policies. You will provide support and consultation that champions our company purpose and values while maintaining a focus on risk mitigation. Individuals within this position have an adaptable approach in order to consult with various levels of leadership throughout the organization. This position acts as an independent, confidential resource providing analysis of facts, conclusions, and recommendations as appropriate.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

  • Act as liaison with and trusted advisor to ATD associates at our US locations, addressing general associate-related questions and responding to daily inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs.
  • Partner with line managers to resolve associate issues such as performance concerns, absenteeism, leave requests, and policy enforcement.
  • Provide counseling and coaching to managers and provide guidance related to associate conflict resolution, disciplinary action, and / or termination.
  • Schedule and participate in associate exit interviews.
  • Regularly report on and analyze employment data.
  • Conduct fair, neutral, timely investigations while applying company policies and federal / state regulations and procedures.
  • Maintain knowledge of legal requirements and employment legislation affecting human resources functions and ensure policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance.
  • Travel Required : 20 % of the time, travel throughout the geographic area and may require overnight stays. Travel to the Field Support Center (Huntersville, NC) and other destinations as required.

Requirements :

  • Must have experience supporting California-based associates, strong knowledge of California Employment Laws required.
  • Bi-lingual candidate preferred.
  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related discipline from a four-year college or university required.
  • At least 3-5 years of relevant associate relations / work experience in a human resources role.
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and HRIS systems.
  • Creative approach to problem-solving.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and negotiation skills.
  • Superior interpersonal and strategic communication skills.
  • Able to build credibility among senior management and peers.
  • Entrepreneurial attitude, spirit, and drive.
  • Talented multi-tasker with the ability to work in team and independent settings.
  • Strong attention to detail and consciousness in managing confidential information.
  • Expertise in, and proven experience working with, FMLA, COBRA, HIPAA, PPACA, ADAAA.
  • Capacity to work in a timely and organized way to meet mandatory deadlines.
  • Additional Details :

    This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the associate occupying the position. Associates will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations. Nothing in this job description creates a contract of employment in any way for any person. All associates hired by American Tire Distributors, Inc. are associates at will and the company reserves the right to terminate associates at any time for any reason or no reason at all.

    Build a challenging and rewarding career with us!

    American Tire Distributors is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.

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