As the U.S. HR & Benefits Manager, I excel in leading benefits administration, employee engagement, and wellness programs. My expertise in vendor management, plan administration, performance management, and benefits design and negotiation ensures optimal employee satisfaction and compliance. With a strong background in HR Business Partnership, I champion Organization Change, Employee Relations and Investigations, DE&I initiatives, and also oversee U.S. immigration matters. I am adept at new hire onboarding, back-up to payroll administration, leave of absence management, compliance, and managing business partnerships to drive organizational success.

As an Executive Team Leader in Human Resources, I excel in strategic staffing decisions, fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within teams. I drive total store sales by understanding and enhancing the impact of my HR team on overall profitability through effective payroll forecasting, labor management, and schedule compliance. I create a culture of continuous learning through regular observations, development initiatives, and one -on-one career planning. My responsibilities include leading weekly Business Unit Review meetings, executing annual performance and pay cycles, and conducting monthly talent planning to improve absenteeism, retention, and store culture.

As an HR Generalist in Associate Support, I have been a key strategic partner for leadership and a valuable resource for team members, excelling i n onboarding, performance management, and providing essential guidance. I am dedicated to enhancing the employee experience during organizational change, leveraging data and fostering strong partnerships with leaders and peers to build effective, goal-oriented teams. My career goal is to continue driving organizational success by utilizing my expertise in HR strategy and team development.