HR Director

Company Overview:

NRS is a leading provider of transportation & supply chain management services, and a family-owned and operated company that has been providing smart logistics solutions for the world's leading retailers and manufacturers for 70+ years. Whether it’s NRT, Keystone, Keystone Fresh, or Keystone Capacity, our innovative energy drives us towards new and valuable solutions for our clients, even as we continuously grow and strengthen our network. We are dedicated to creating a culture that empowers the individual and offers our associates the opportunity to apply their unique skill to the challenges facing our clients. In the office, the warehouse, or on the road, it is this commitment to our innovative spirit that unites us in common mission to push boundaries in the logistics industry.

Job Overview:

The HR Director focusing on Payroll & UKG will oversee payroll strategy, system optimization, and compliance across NRS with a primary focus on the UKG Pro (formerly UltiPro) platform. This role will serve as a key leader in ensuring accurate, timely payroll processing and the integration of HRIS functionality to support business growth and operational efficiency. As a critical member of the HR leadership team, the Director will collaborate with cross-functional departments such as Finance, Operations, and IT, while ensuring adherence to regulatory and company standards across multi-state operations.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee end-to-end payroll operations for multi-state, hourly and salaried employees, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing.
• Serve as the UKG system owner for HR and Payroll modules, including configuration, upgrades, workflow optimization, and integration with third-party systems.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations (e.g., FLSA, IRS, DOL) and partner with Legal/Finance as needed for audits or legal updates.
• Collaborate with Accounting and Operations to reconcile payroll, benefits, garnishments, and deductions with precision.
• Develop, document, and enforce payroll and HRIS policies and procedures to support internal controls and reduce risk.
• Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on payroll operations, tax implications, reporting requirements, and UKG capabilities.
• Train, supervise, and support Payroll/HRIS team members to ensure high performance and professional development.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives for payroll and HRIS processes, leveraging automation and data analytics.
• Manage payroll-related reporting, metrics, and dashboards for leadership, including labor cost trends, headcount, and audit requests.
• Support system migrations, and special projects that involve compensation, labor integration, and system configuration within UKG.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field required.
• 7+ years of progressive HR/payroll experience, with at least 3 years in a senior or director-level role overseeing multi-state payroll operations.
• Deep expertise in UKG Pro (UltiPro), including payroll, HR, and reporting modules; implementation or reconfiguration experience strongly preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of wage and hour laws, payroll tax compliance, ACA, and other regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in the supply chain, logistics, transportation, or warehousing industry preferred.
• Excellent leadership, project management, and team development skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and familiarity with payroll interfaces, general ledger mapping, and report building.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Experience managing vendor relationships (e.g., tax filing services, timekeeping platforms, benefits integrations).
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

EEO Statement:

NRS is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

• SHRM Cert. Prof.

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