Heidi Mckenna, Phr Email & Phone Number

Downers Grove, Illinois, Us

Strategic People Leader for STG Logistics that oversees the Human Resources function including Total Rewards, People Operations, Talent Acquisition, Talent Development and the People Partners.

Downers Grove, Illinois, Us

Leading the HR Business Partner function for STG Logistics.

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Us

ERIKS was purchased by Private Equity - Position EliminationERIKS is an international industrial distributor/manufacturer for OEM and MRO customers, providing them with a wide range of high-quality technical products and associated technical and logistics services. With over 7,100 associates and total revenue of $1.8 Billion and 100+ locations.Strategic Thought Leader for the ELT and Board of Directors in the Netherlands with 3 Presidents in North America and CHRO in Netherlands. Leadership over HRBPs, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Compensation & Benefits, Payroll, and HRIS-Partnered with the President and VP of Sales to restructure the Commercial Sales organization to eliminate redundancies, adjust span of control, and drive organic growth which resulted in an increase in sales for 2021.-Led the development/implementation of new Sales and Customer Service Onboarding Program to improve product knowledge, process improvements and alignment on the sales and customer service functions.-Implemented DE&I Plan for North America-Successfully recruited/hired the ERIKS Leadership team that included VP/GM Canada, VP IT, President of Seals & Plastics, and VP of Finance in 90 days.-Led the Internal Communications Strategy for ERIKS to improve Senior Leadership Communications across the company resulting in a 12% improvement on the Engagement Survey.-Improved the HR function by eliminating unnecessary tasks and improving Workday efficiencies -Reduced outside agency spend by 56% in 2021 which resulted in over $200k in savings.-Reviewed/implemented Mercer Compensation study to include geographical benchmarks which resulted in more competitive ranges for US and Canada.-Successfully restructured the HR department to eliminate layers and create efficiencies which resulted in a reduction in headcount and savings of over $500k.-Successfully led the BOD talent discussion for the Senior Leaders with the Presidents of Companies.

Pittsburgh, Pa, Us

GNC is a leading global health and wellness brand that provides high-quality, science-based products and solutions consumers need to live mighty, live fit and live well. With over 10,000 associates globally, 6,800 locations and $2.2 Billion in total revenue in direct-to-consumer, retail and owned brand products sold across the world.Strategic Thought Leader for the Executive Team and led a team of HR Business Partners across the organization in remote locations for Supply Chain Operations, Nutra Manufacturing, GNC World Headquarters, and both US and International Field Operations. -Led a cross functional team through a Joint Venture with IVC, Inc. and Nutra Manufacturing in order to transition the business and associates to IVC, Inc. in 2019.-Responsible for the organizational structure and people pieces of the Harbin and GNC Joint Venture in China in 2019.-Implemented the first Engagement Survey at GNC which resulted in plans to create remote work policies, increase communications, and allow associates more opportunities to give back to the community. -Created a Pulse survey as a result of the initial Engagement Survey to better understand results and continue to plan and action items for 2019 and 2020.-Led the re-structure of GNC’s Canadian business while maintaining a focus on the Canadian customers and eliminating additional Capital expenses.-Led the re-structure of GNC’s US Field operations which included updating competitive incentive plans for store associates and focusing on store optimization.-Partnered with the Chief Brand Officer on creating a new Brand team for GNC which resulted in adjusting the Marketing and Product & Innovation teams to support this shift in business.-Member of the ERISA Committee at GNC-Oversaw a team of up to 20 HR Business Partners across the organization.

Pittsburgh, Pa, Us

Oversaw Human Resources responsibilities at the Corporate office, the 4 Distribution Center locations and the Nutra manufacturing facility. -Led a restructuring effort at the Nutra Manufacturing facility to improve efficiencies and cost savings. This led to decreased lead times and increased output for the facility.-Implemented new incentive plans for hourly associates in order to support increased profits.-Led the creation of more efficient compensation ranges for the Distribution Center and Manufacturing facilities to improve recruiting and retention.-Led the Human Resources function in the divestiture of LuckyVitamin.

Pittsburgh, Pa, Us

HR support for the Corporate office in Pittsburgh, PA of 500+ associates.-Implemented new HR policies across the locations including the stores, distribution centers, and the Corporate office.-Oversaw the Facilities team that included a move of the entire CSC office to be more efficient and create a better cross-functional culture and finished on time and below budget of $1.7 million.-Led restructuring in Finance, Operations, IT, Merchandising and HR to support the business as it evolved.

Coraopolis, Pa, Us

DSG is the leading omni-channel retailer serves athletes and outdoor enthusiasts in more than 730 DICK’S Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Field & Stream, Public Lands, Going Going Gone! and Warehouse Sale stores, online, and through the DICK’S mobile app. Dick’s Sporting Goods has over 17,800 Full-time teammates and total revenues of $12.29 Billion.HR Support for over 80 locations in 7 states with over 8,000 associates throughout the region that included a Regional Vice President and 7 District Managers. This support included Dick’s Sporting Goods and Golf Galaxy stores.-Implemented a region wide talent assessment program for the hourly leads to strategically upgrade the talent.-Implemented a region wide succession planning tool to improve internal promotion and talent development throughout the region which resulted in an increased focus on the importance of people.-Developed and facilitated Strength Finders session for the 2013 DSG HR Conference-Developed and co-facilitated Investigation session for the 2013 DSG HR Conference-Facilitated the following training classes for all exempt associates in the region: Performance Management, Creating a Positive Work Environment, Interviewing SkillsDirect Report: Regional HR Representative – Ohio Valley Region

Pittsburgh, Pa, Us

AEO is a leading global specialty retailer offering high-quality, on-trend clothing, accessories and personal care products at affordable prices under its American Eagle® and Aerie® brands. AEO has over 1,300 locations globally, 37,000 associates and a Total Revenue of over $3.75 Billion.-Led the implementation of Customer First initiative across the entire field organization including all training for the entire field organization in order to become the “Best Place to Work” in the mall.-Trained the entire field organization on the OAD behavioral survey and how to better utilize this tool to hire the right people in the right place within our field organization at all levels.-Supported over 500 locations and over 10,000 employees with talent development, employee relations, and with the west zone and aerie brands that included 2 Zone Vice Presidents, 7 Regional Directors and 50+ District Managers.-Developed a new associate handbook and rolled company wide.-Closed the Martin & Osa Brand in October 2010 with a tight deadline and without any legal complications.-Conducted New Leader Assimilations for District Manager and Regional Directors-Counseled Zone Vice Presidents, Regional Directors and District Managers on all associate relations, legal compliance, and professional development.-Facilitated succession planning meetings with senior leadership for talent review.-Investigate sexual harassment and employee relations complaints.-Partnered with Legal Counsel to settle EEOC charges, Class Action Lawsuits, and ensure state/federal compliance across the field organization that includes CA, NY, and Puerto Rico.-Streamlined the performance review process for the field management team by eliminated multiple performance reviews and timelines throughout the field organization.-Mentored the HR Coordinator and Manager of Field – East.

Pittsburgh, Pa, Us

From May 2008 to June 2010, I was responsible for the East coast stores and Martin & Osa stores. This included closing the Martin + Osa Stores from an HR perspective.

Pittsburgh, Pa, Us

In this new position with AE, I recruit for all positions on the AE Financial Team including merchandise planning & allocation, strategy, accounting and financial planning. Additional responsibilities include Real Estate and Construction, Human Resources.

Pittsburgh, Pa, Us

This position was in our distribution center in Warrendale PA. In this role, I was responsible for associate relations, workers compensation, training and development, and overseeing a staff of 2 that was responsible for staffing, benefits, and payroll.

Pittsburgh, Pa, Us

In this position, I was responsible for all non-exempt staffing needs, FMLA administration, benefits questions, compensation and associate relations.

Us

In this position, I was responsible for recruiting throughout corporate and throughout the United States that included wastewater engineers to sales reps. At this time, I also worked in our Shared Services department and processed new hire paperwork, unemployment information, and other HRMS responsibilities.

New York, Ny, Us

Bs Business Administration, Marketing

Certificate, Hr Generalist Program

Bachelor Of Business Administration - Bba, Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services