Jennifer L. Cox Email & Phone Number

Fuquay Varina, Nc, Us

Raleigh, Nc, Us

From a COE standpoint, I focus on Total Rewards, Compliance, International and HRIS. I plan, design, develop and evaluate people-related programs, policies and processes that support organizational goals and values. I have helped to expand our functional structure from the ground up to support to our growing team and business for scale. I am a thought leader, a builder, and a cultural champion. I drive the company's goals to build a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. While serving as a true strategic business partner to ensure HR effectiveness, facilitate employee engagement, and maintain a positive culture. I inspire and create a People culture that is open, honest, and approachable while promoting organizational success. • Introduced a Total Rewards Strategy that provided strategic and operational leadership in the design, development, implementation, administration, and communication of our Total Rewards programs including compensation, health, welfare, wellness, retirement, base pay, incentives, recognition, and other rewards.• Optimization of ADP WFN across the organization to improve accuracy and resolve data integration and processing issues. • Developed and enforced HR policies and procedures that support organizational objectives and are following state and federal laws for US, Mexico, Canada, Europe APAC and EMEA.• Initiated an associate wellness program with the intent of reducing absenteeism and increasing associate satisfaction. • Facilitated a seamless integration of over 100 associates following a major acquisition and maintained a 95%+ retention rate.

Providing businesses with Human Resources services and solutions to fit their business needs including, audits, full cycle recruiting, compliance advice, developing employment handbooks , forms and files, payroll services and implementations, employee relations, conflict management, training and development, workplace best practices, orientation and onboarding.

Brentwood, Tennessee, Us

@ Sports Endeavors as the Interim VP of Human Resources I provided executive level leadership with full accountability for all human resources activities for multi-state/multi-site organization with over 1200+ permanent and seasonal team members. I had full responsibility for the oversight of the recruitment process to bring on 1100+ seasonal team members during our peak season. In addition I planned, designed and implemented human resources initiatives in alignment with operational/organizational 5-year strategic plan, while identifying cultural and corporate developmental needs and provided guidance on best practices. I had responsibly for the review and consideration of the Benefit Broker and Benefit Consulting RFP 2021. I successfully partnered with business leaders and internal/external stakeholders to evaluate HR processes, identify areas of improvement, complete process design and provided expertise during implementation.

Raleigh, Nc, Us

As the Senior Director of Global Human Resources I was responsible for leading all HR functions for the global operations (Canada, France, Poland, Portugal, Spain, USA and UK). I oversaw and lead all HR areas including Employee Relations, Classification, Recruitment/Staffing, EEO Diversity and Inclusion, Benefits Administration, Career Planning, Compensation, Employee Retention and Organizational Culture, Employment, Safety and Health, Workers' Compensation, HR Information Systems, Legal Compliance, Performance Management, Policy Administration, Organizational Design, Career Development, Workforce and Succession Planning. I was instrumental in GDPR compliance implementation and the procurement of a new HRIS system.• Provided strategic oversight and project management to the implementation and compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).• Executed Pay Equity Plan and compliance under the Canadian Human Rights Act (CHRA).• Automated HR processes to ensure efficient and effective practices and eliminate redundancies. • Led the company wide Human Capital Management (HCM) review and implementation of ADP HCM software in Europe.• Partnered with executive team and provided coaching and direction in policy implementation and administration.• Served as strategic advisor on all departmental restructuring, workforce planning and business realignments.

Raleigh, North Carolina, Us

As the Director of Human Resources (HR) for the Division of Health Benefits, I was responsible for the provision of human resources services and consultation to the executive leadership, managers and employees of the Division in the functional areas of talent management, organizational design and development, position management and classification, salary administration, employee relations, recruitment, benefits administration and staff development, payroll, consultation with managers and employees. • Launched, grew, and managed the HR operations for a new division of the NC Department of Health and Human Services.• Served as strategic advisor on all departmental restructuring, workforce planning and business realignments.• Designed and developed a competency model to attract and retain top performers. • Designed an employee engagement strategy to improve morale, retain top talent, and business continuity through multiple leadership team changes.• Created sourcing strategies and led internal and external search calibration process for highly technical positions. • Built strong relationships with management, hiring managers, and business partners to enable systematic decision making across the team.• Project Manage and Co-Chair for the Workforce Design, Organizational Planning and Communications task order, including as-is/to-be analysis and documentation. Gap Analysis/Needs Assessment.• Provided consulting and coaching to leadership including best practices, common methodologies, and available tools etc. regarding human resources issues in the areas of organizational design, talent management and compensation.• Reworked new-hire orientation program to include HR information and division resources. • Served as the Chair for the DHHS Diversity & Inclusion Council and DHHS Building a High-Performance Culture Initiative

Morrisville, North Carolina, Us

As the Human Resource Director I was directly responsible for the overall administration, coordination and evaluation of the human resources function. A key member of the Executive leadership team of the company, partnering with all levels of leaders and employees regarding policies and procedures, performance, organizational challenges, learning initiatives, and leadership opportunities which align with business and strategic plans.• Led functional areas of HR such as compensation, employee relations, employment law, issue resolution, training and development, performance management, succession planning and change management. • Ensured SOX compliance within the HR department.• Applied trend analysis and provide corrective solutions within company’s philosophies/policies/procedures.• Applied principles of behavior in organization through problem resolution, organizational changes and design, business process improvement, and change management models. • Provided strong working knowledge of compensation systems including performance management processes.• Provided advice, and direction on ADA, FMLA, Worker’s Compensation, employee related legal matters and recruitment and selection of employees. • Partnered with executive team and provide coaching and direction in policy implementation and administration. • Implemented new employee handbook, policy manual, orientation and on boarding process and guidelines.• Led the automation of payroll process and request for time off. • Led the Corporate Incentive Program (CIP) 2012, 2013 and the CIP revamp of 2014.• Implemented an Employee Wellness program in 2013 which reduced ER costs significantly for 2014. • Provided annual training on Sexual Harassment, Anti-Money Laundering, Diversity and Ethics.

Beloit, Wi, Us

ABC Supply Co., Inc. is the nation’s largest wholesale distributor of roofing and one of the largest distributors of siding, windows and other exterior building products. • Provided support to over 1300 employees in $1 Billion region with over 100 locations, multi-state.• Completed Gallup Great Workplace training and was a trainer within the SE Region. • Worked with RVP to review pay schedules and compliance after $580 Million acquisition for the SE Region. • Reported on all region initiatives and updates to executive team during quarterly reviews.• Served as regional contact for associate focused programs, such as Gallup's Q12 associate survey.• Advised managers on employee relations, performance management, discipline, and termination issues.• Provided assistance for the region’s overall recruitment and selection efforts, including bench-building, developing recruiting tools, and interview coaching; assist in gathering and distributing information for company acquisitions.• Provided advice to management on the company’s HR needs within the Southeast Region

Previously eTrials WorldwideSoftware and services company helping pharmaceutical, biotech and CRO's in bringing new drugs to market. First company to offer fully integrated EDC, IVR and e-diaries. • Ensured SOX compliance within the HR Department.• Served as global subject matter expert for ADA, FMLA, Worker’s Compensation, and local/federal/country guidelines. • Worked directly with CFO and CEO on recruitment, retention and continue improvement of policies and procedures.• Implemented new benefit package, multi-site/multi-state, and administered the program. • Designed pay structures and variable pay programs while forecasting/planning of selected candidates.

Hanover, Maryland, Us

Design, manufacturing and logistics company assisting OEMs in creating market leading products. Aerotek's staffing agency has recruitment professionals who locate, select, screen and mobilize the talent you need - wherever and whenever you need it. Our industry-specific focus allows us to develop a depth of experience, expertise, and connections many other recruiting and staffing firms cannot match. • Provided multi-Site responsibilities for direction and advice relating to HR matters.• Trained associates on procedure changes, certification and ethical standards; introduced 5S and Kaizan; provided HR functions for more than 300 associates at three locations.• Administered revised employee evaluation program; recruited associates to fill technical, administrative, light industrial and other positions.• Recruited and hired 212 associates in nine (9) month period; instrumental in reducing turnover from 15% to 5%.

Wynantskill, Ny, Us

A non- profit, 501(c)(3) organization for youth, individual and family services agency that has been "giving new life to children and families" in the Capital District for 175 years.• Performed HR functions for more than 250 employees and over 100 volunteers. • Administered workers' compensation, reduced liability and insurance costs by $12,000 annually. • Cross trained to complete payroll and accounting in excess of $10 million.

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