Consultant to executive management on human resources-related issues including ownership of strategy, people planning, change management, organizational development, and all other disciplines of HR, while leveraging new and existing data to drive change and act as an employee champion. Provide support as a proactive communicator, successfully balancing operational needs and employee needs with business objectives to create integrated solutions. Partnering with the Learning & Organizational Development team, designed and delivered three customized leadership development programs for Transplant, Periop OR, and IT, strengthening soft skills and resulting in enhanced performance and productivity.In partnership with COEs, perform comprehensive HR-related duties while supporting multiple functional groups of 1500+ individual contributors and senior leadership members.Co-founding member of the DEIB committee, serving as Communication Co-chair.Successfully contribute to the company performance by providing tactical and strategic consulting and deliverables on people and organization development strategies in support of the business objectives.

Collaborated with the upper management on creating and incorporating the company’s mission, vision, values, and strategic objectivesCreated and established HR policies and strategies related to all pillars of HRResponsible for annual HR budget Established a diverse work environment focused on employee productivity and wellbeingEnsured that the company’s procedures comply with applicable regulationsManaged annual total rewards programs, including healthcare contracts and planning Oversaw organizational changes to boost employee satisfaction and engagementGenerated monthly reports for review with the BODDeveloped and implemented company-wide Leadership Development Program, utilizing a mixed-medium, blended format with a phased approachRedesigned and rebuilt the HR department, leading to enhanced partnerships, increased productivity, and uncovered six-figures of annual cost-savings through revised payroll practices

Deliver in-house HR expertise while working alongside Partner team to build the firm's first formal HR Department and incorporate strategic initiatives to align goals, mitigate risk, strengthen inclusion and diversity efforts, and sustain excellence as leaders in the industry. • Report directly to a Partner/Owner of the firm and collaborate to build the firm’s first formal HR Department and develop strategic initiatives during a rapidly shifting growth phase. • Within 3 months of hire, implemented initiatives yielding $64,500 savings and increased productivity.• Created and delivered self-awareness and empowerment module for 2018 annual All Office Retreat, incorporating an in-house self- and peer-feedback survey &data collection and distribution for 100+ participants. • Mentor leadership in managing employee relations situations such as conflict resolution, difficult conversations, and performance management of struggling employees. • Introduce and facilitate delivery of Crucial Conversations training to all members of the firm (1000+), yielding improved communication and productivity. • Revise and release full Employee Handbook, updating and adding policies to ensure regulatory compliance and mitigate risk. • Alongside a team, recreate orientation and on-boarding processes ensuring new hire peak performance within 6 months of hire. • In partnership with HR Generalist, participated in over 100 annual reviews within a 3-month window. • Manage and administer full healthcare benefits, utilizing Selerix systems, for fully-insured plan.• Assisted with the recruitment, acquisition, and on-boarding of 12 positions in the scope of 2 months.• Oversee the Ministry of Fun committee, targeted to increase and sustain employee engagement and recognition through monthly, quarterly, and biannual activities. • Serve as Director of the HR Department, managing staff, as well as all disciplines of HR for all locations, totaling 100+ employees.

Manage and champion all pillars of HR including employee relations and enrichment, benefits and compensation, risk management, talent acquisition and retention, and total rewards programs. • Lead all functions of HR, Payroll and Safety, for privately owned 400-member company + 3 subsidiaries.• Partner with executives, strategically planning current and future opportunities for growth and organizational development.• Acquired major payroll upgrade project midstream and, with a 2-person payroll staff, lifted into a fully functional program servicing 400 employees with numerous compensation plans. • Renovated the company Safety Program, innovated processes to align with ISNetwork program requirements alongside the newly formed Safety Committee, and successfully reduced DART score more than 50% in 1 year, leading to refreshed sales opportunities with customers. • Constructed compensation system from scratch and implemented company's first salary strategy, providing bench marked bands, position rankings, salary grades, multi-tiered compensation plans, and annual incentive plans.• Created complete Performance Management system, including S.M.A.R.T. goals, reviews, Start, Stop, Continue progressive coaching, salary planning, and merit increase management. • Partnered with CFO to revise healthcare programs through multiple platform overhauls, impacting over 600 members, and completing the process (from RFQs through enrollment) in a compressed time frame of 90 days. • Identify and schedule project management training, aligning with company's strategic focus and annual operating plan, for all senior and mid-level management associates.• Served as company fiduciary and plan administrator for all total rewards programs.• As the single HR resource, met day-to-day responsibilities for all HR disciplines including total rewards, employee relations, employee life cycle process, payroll and benefits management, risk management, and talent acquisition for niche talent.

Integrated and aligned HR solutions with North and South American businesses to deliver critical talent acquisition, compensation and retirement benefits, health and welfare benefits, international communications, talent development, HRIS functionality, employee relations/diversity and training development.• Partnered with VP in writing and implementing Company HR processes for North America unifying multiple acquisitions, meeting overall regional objectives for corporate Safety, HR, and General Management, and ensuring legislative compliance.• Led and monitored implementation of organization-wide training, development and leadership programs.• Worked as a key member of the corporate management team to ensure the successful implementation and long-term effectiveness of training programs and benefit plans in North America.• Managed Learning Management System uploads, tracking, and system implementation.• Prepared and monitored annual budget for training and benefit plans.• Ensured that ongoing training and education sessions are suited for globally diverse audiences to maintain consistency and understanding of company goals, mission, vision, and strategic focus. • Managed total rewards programs and executed plans that serve the best interests and needs of both the Company and employees.• Edited and execute benefit documents such as original and amended plan texts, benefit agreements, and insurance policies.• Served as Company Fiduciary for retirement plans and chairing the Company Investment Committee.• Worked alongside Executive Team, brokers, and TPAs in managing annual benefits programs including retirement, health care, expatriate services and all other Company provided benefits.• Partnered with other HR Directors, Managers, and VP of HR on strategic planning and performance management.

• Led HR processes for 6 countries throughout the Americas, and serve as European global consultant in the absence of HR, encompassing US, Canada, Chile, Peru, Brazil, Colombia, Belgium, and England. • Created a value-based, Behavioral Interviewing process, reflecting company core values and supporting strategic succession planning vision, which led to company-wide implementation. • Designed Bradken’s North America Leadership Program in partnership with a TPA, which was successfully delivered to over 500 staff members and averaged an overall satisfaction rating of 4.6/5• Created and delivered Six Sigma training for international implementation FY15 – estimated to reach 6-figure savings first year.• Identified and organized a robust professional sales training program, hosting 36 sales managers from 5-business units throughout North America; the program earned a satisfaction score of 8.7/10, and resulted in expansion to the South American market. • Responsible for US, Canada, and South America HRIS implementation of systems information such as employee databases, organization charts, training & development, Performance Management & Improvement process, and skills inventory modules.• Implemented and managed Wellness Program throughout North America, alongside TPA, yielding a 25% claim cost reduction and 37% increase in participation from FY12 to FY13.• Assisted in selection, implementation, and delivery of employee survey for North American units, engaging 2100 employees.• Assisted with labor relations issues throughout the US, and served as company representative in the 2012 and 2015 CBA negotiations, signing as a witness on behalf of Company business unit.• Served as Company Plan Administrator for all benefits plans (401k, RRSP, healthcare, COBRA, FSA/HSA, wellness, etc.), and am solely responsible for full compliance with all local and federal legislative (EEO/AAP) compliance.

Trusted advisor and HR business partner to the Supply Chain leadership, responsible for building a culture of engagement with high-performing teams across multiple divisions and over 1000 employees. • Responsible for full HR services provided to 380 associates, covering 3 shifts, for the Store Support Center, and assisted with training for entire big-box facility of between 900 and 1200 associates, depending on staffing needs.• Conducted Train the Trainer / Training sessions for content including Cultural Awareness, Inclusion and Diversity, unionization and Employee Free Choice Act awareness, and Employee Engagement.• Led a team of nearly 1000 associates through Lean Six Sigma training contributing to a company-wide savings of 12.7 million in the first three years post training.• Earned Six Sigma Green Belt by creating and implementing staffing and recruiting project reducing waste and increasing productivity up to 93%, and yielding an ROI of up to $5,000 per open position.• Responsible for major HR functions such as: tactical and strategic applications; recruiting, hiring, and training; approving policy; investigating grievances; reducing allocation costs through strategic planning, and acknowledging/maintaining legal compliance.

• Served unprecedented role as first safety leader for big-box facility, responsible for delivering safety program for 900+ associates.• Created and delivered 2-part Safety Workshop to over 100 staff members, which was recognized and implemented regionally.• Maintained lowest DART score, lower than 1.5, of all logistics centers in 2009, holding the #1 safety location in the nation.• Worked alongside Health and Safety members to reverse an OSHA citation for forklift tires, and reduced $10,000 fine to $0.• Part of a 3-person team that developed thorough, and Board approved, national Leave of Absence, and Return to Work program.• Conducted Industrial Truck training (forklift, scissor lifts, cranes, etc.) for facility, along with instructor training.• Designed a safety incentive program and successfully launched it within first 3 months of assignment.• First year success resulted in a 50% reduction of the unit safety score from 2.43 to 1.12, making Lenexa the #1 JCP safety leader. • Managed facility Medical Department including RNs and Athletic Health Specialist in conjunction with overseeing allFMLA, Workman’s Comp, Leave of Absence, and Return-to-Work/Illness Recovery programs.• Managed Payroll/Timekeeping (PeopleSoft) for entire facility, including 1 supervisor, 2 leads, and 12 clerks.

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