Advise senior executives on short and long range compensation strategies and plans that support business objectivesProvide a wide range of compensation related analytics to monitor effectiveness of current plans and make recommendations for changeEvaluate existing wage structure, salaries, commission, and bonus plans to ensure competitive positioning in market.Generate compensation and performance reporting to analyze in-hire and promotional trendsPerform annual performance and salary review for 30,000 employees and ensure merit adheres to budgetary guidelinesStudy federal, state, and local compensation laws to ensure company compensation practices are in complianceDevelop new compensation and performance management plans and programs that drive performance and business results Select, develop, and motivate compensation team to analyze data, administer programs, and provide consultation to business partnersAdminister compensation plans and processes through HRIS-PeopleSoft systems

Directed HR Generalists to develop and administer human resource functions for sales organization, distribution facilities and call centers in the South RegionTalent Acquisition and Management: Worked with HR Generalists to establish talent acquisition plan and utilize recruiting technology to secure a diverse pool of qualified candidates to interview, evaluate, and select for open positions. Utilized Succession Planning and Cornerstone software process to identify key value contributers, develop their competencies, and position them for promotion. Lead project to build competency models for Sales Organization.Employee Relations and Legal Compliance: Coached Generalists on investigating, documenting, and resolving employee relations issues. Ensured facility compliance to employment laws (ADA, FMLA, Title VII) and related internal policies regarding harassment. Conducted employee relations reviews to assess employee engagement and challenged Generalists to develop plans to improve working environment and management interaction when needed. Implemented successful union prevention strategies in response to organizing activity at facility in region. Compensation and Benefits: Advised Sales Organization on commission and bonus programs. Worked directly with Legal Counsel to manage and resolve Worker's Compensation issues. Coordinated Open Enrollment process for region. Worked with Corporate Benefits Manager to develop 401K/Pension sessions for region.

Managed all human resource functions for $90 mil department store Recruiting, Selection, and Training: Sourced recruited, interviewed and extended job offers for all retail sales positions. Implemented orientation and training process for new hires to accelerate their effectiveness on the job and improve retention.Performance Management: Coached managers to utilize formal and informal feedback processes to advance employee capabilities and personal sales results. Advised managers in progressive discipline processes and termination decisions. Employee Relations and Legal Compliance: Advised managers on employee conflicts and consulted with Legal Counsel on complex employee relations issues. Coordinated and delivered Gallup 12 Survey to assess employee engagement at location and developed plan to capitalize on favorable impressions as well as address issues.

Directed team of four Training Executives to implement training and development initiatives for 75 store locationsLead process to design training curriculum for Store Management and AssociatesConducted needs assessment to identify management skill gaps and developed curriculum to build competence in those areasDeveloped and implemented Computer Based Training initiatives to support both systems and management skillsCreated on-boarding curriculum and process for New Hires to improve skill and retention References See Attached