Successfully managed all Human Resource functions for an established Roofing Distributor operating in five states across the southeast. Solely responsible for transforming the Human Resources Department into a strategic business partner by streamlining and updating policies and procedures to meet regulatory compliance; implemented consistent recruiting, hiring, and on-boarding processes for nine locations; administered a weekly payroll cycle for 100+ employees in conjunction with quarterly and year-end reporting; engaged workforce through benefits education and company incentive/recognition programs; coordinated training and development initiatives to meet company business objectives; and fostered a teamwork/open-door environment conducive to positive dialogue within the company.Professional Strengths:Payroll Processing / Benefits Administration / Compensation Analysis / Training & Development / Employee Relations / Conflict Resolution / Recruiting & Retention / Performance Management / Policy Development / Compliance Reporting / Employee Safety & Wellness

Managed day-to-day operations for a luxury home furnishings retailer. Maximized business through training, sales generation, and customer focus. Supervised 70-140+ employees, including hiring, scheduling, tracking daily goals, and evaluating performance. Monitored payroll budgeting, merchandise planning, and inventory control procedures. Implemented on-going "Product Knowledge Sessions," which contributed to "World Class Service Training" - corporate training initiative. Received the company's "Catch the Spirit Award" for customer service excellence 2002-2007. Selected as a Team Leader to train staff in new locations in Atlanta, Nashville, Spanish Fort, and Greenville.

Promoted with increased responsibility to supervise all aspects of sales, operations, and personnel functions in five locations with annual sales volume of $1.8 million to $9.4 million. Coordinated and facilitated training and development classes for all new hires and existing employees. Completed certification for Management Development Programs, including Leadership Training, Coaching and Counseling for Performance Improvement and Interviewing for Success. Chosen as a "New Store Trainer" for three Alabama locations. As District StaffWorks Trainer, facilitated training classes on corporate scheduling systems. Honored at World Brand Conference for numerous KPI achievements.

Began career as a Management Trainee and then promoted to Assistant Manager. Promoted to Store Manager after demonstrating successful leadership. Recruited, hired, and trained staff of 25-50 employees. Scope of responsibility included daily operations, sales generation, and delivering exceptional customer service. Managed inventory control procedures, Profit and Loss accountability, and merchandising functions. Created various training modules for "AE University" - corporate training program.