Joanie Newman, Shrm-Cp Email and Phone Number

Highly motivated Human Resources professional who has been instrumental in constructing a robust HR department from the ground up. In my current role, I've leveraged my expertise in employee relations and HRIS to streamline onboarding, ensuring a seamless integration of new team members. Our organization has benefited from my hands-on approach in aligning HR strategies with operational goals, creating an environment that supports our staff and management while maintaining compliance and operational excellence.Accomplishments:~Negotiated with healthcare vendors to increase employee healthcare benefits while reducing costs by over $50,000, demonstrating cost-saving and negotiation skills.~Establish a new HR department from scratch, developing extensive policies and procedures to align with the organization's strategic plan.~Developed and implemented interviewing, recruiting, retention, and onboarding procedures and programs aligned with the company's strategic plan and vision.~Assisted in succession planning to ensure organizational development by aligning employee strengths with business goals and addressing organizational structure gaps.~Implemented and trained staff in ADP Workforce Now HRIS and payroll systems.