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Stamford, Ct, Us

Darien, Ct, Us

Earned promotion to preside over HR activities for manufacturer of hair care products. Devised and directed HR policies/programs to maximize staff morale, promote ethical practices, and drive cost-effective recruiting efforts. Administered J-1 visa process for international interns working in the R&D department. Organized sale of Decléor brand to L'Oréal S.A. Supplied recommendations related to department realignment, calculated severance costs, and processed layoffs during reduction in force. Supervised 2 part-time Receptionists.* Developed email etiquette and interview skills training, delivering instruction to management team and providing one-on-one coaching sessions on interviewing techniques and hiring best practices.* Introduced global HR grading system that included rewriting all job descriptions and ranking positions within Hay Job Evaluation guidelines; additionally updated competencies for all roles in Performance Pro.* Hand-picked as Corporate Ethics Leader and appointed to steer Zotos Ethics Employee Hotline, resolving numerous personnel relations issues and conducting several internal investigations.* Aided in selection of new HRIS and spearheaded conversion to PeopleSoft system.* Partnered with IT department to formulate and roll out virtual behavioral interviewing form and trained hiring managers for pilot program.

Darien, Ct, Us

Originally hired to assist with updating and streamlining a wide range of HR processes encompassing performance management, sexual harassment instruction, and internal career posting procedures for parent company (Shiseido USA). Held full accountability for HR operations, reported directly to VP of HR, and worked closely with managers to assess productivity and place low performers on improvement plans. Administered annual staff evaluations and budgeted merit increases. Executed full-cycle recruiting initiatives for exempt/non-exempt positions, initiated/ran summer intern program, and monitored independent contractor hours.* Received 2008 President’s Award – Team Recognition for implementation of ADP HRIS Employee Access and HRN Performance Management software.* Designed/distributed climate survey, compiled data, identified problem areas, and recommended actionable items.* Generated comprehensive reports outlining cost/hire analyses, time-to-fill statistics, and other information for upper management to enhance communication between leadership and front-line staff and solidify/align recruitment goals.* Created, launched, and participated in pilot program for high-potential employees. Planned and facilitated Performance Pro training for all Zotos associates and hosted train-the-trainer course for Shiseido personnel.

London, Gb

Directed employee relations functions for North America unit of world’s largest producer of spirits. Advised business partners at 7 plant locations regarding personnel issues. Supervised Employee Solutions Analyst, handled performance management tasks, conducted internal investigations, and evaluated staff engagement programs and practices. Delivered training to supervisors on coaching and discipline strategies. Counseled employees on work-related matters.* Provided valuable guidance on organizational change and successfully orchestrated integration of Lehigh, PA site following its acquisition by Diageo.* Collaborated with Supply Field HR and met regularly with Senior VP, HR Supply to administer shared services portfolio and confirm that service levels were met/exceeded.

London, Gb

Oversaw HR activities in corporate office with sole responsibility for Beaulieu Vineyard and Sterling Vineyard Visitor Centers. Monitored compliance with company HR policies and procedures as well as federal and state regulations. Disseminated information to management staff to aid in decision making and contribute to the achievement of operational goals. Identified training processes to enhance employee skills.* Introduced year-end performance management processes including salary reviews and individual improvement plans.* Enhanced efficiencies and reduced expenses by initiating organizational changes for Finance, Hospitality, Wine Club, and Brand Marketing departments.* Led recruiting efforts for all SAP roles, hiring 15 high-quality personnel for Diageo Chateau and Estates over 2 months.* Investigated/resolved plant employee relations issues to protect company from litigation and eliminate associated costs.* Established Wine Club structure that supported Diageo Chateau and Estates’ strategic plan and drove immediate 4.1% increase in memberships.* Collaborated with Finance department to develop new West Coast customer service organization.

London, Gb

Managed Human Resources activities in the corporate office in Napa. Solely responsible for Beaulieu Vineyard and Sterling Vineyard Visitor Centers. Ensured compliance with Diageo’s Human Resources policies and procedures as well as federal and state statutes and regulations. Provide information to management staff to support and strengthen their efforts in meeting operation’s goals and objectives. Identify training and development processes that support the development of employee skills. * Spearheaded year end performance management processes for management, including performance / salary reviews and performance improvement plans. * Developed an effective Wine Club structure that supported Diageo Chateau & Estates strategic plan and resulted in an immediate 4.1% increase in Wine Club membership.* Initiated organizational changes for Finance, Hospitality, Wine Club, and Brand Marketing which improved efficiencies and reduced costs.* Investigated and brought to resolution plant employee relations issues which reduced associated risks protected company from litigation. * Lead Diageo Chateau and Estates full cycle recruiting for all SAP roles that resulted in fifteen high quality hires in two months. * Collaborated with Finance to develop the new West Coast Customer Service organization.

London, Gb

Managed Human Resources activities at Beaulieu Vineyard to insure compliance with Diageo’s Human Resources policies and procedures as well as federal and state statutes and regulations. Provide information to management staff to support and strengthen their efforts in meeting operation’s goals and objectives. * Responsible for monitoring all Leave of Absence (STD, LTD, FMLA, and ADA). * Managed general Human Resources business services including recruiting, hiring, orientation, training, performance management, salary and benefits administration and unemployment claims. * Handled workers compensation claims and investigations during monthly claim review with vendor. * Developed a 2 day Wines orientation for new hires

London, Gb

Provided administrative support to Beaulieu Vineyard Human Resources department. Responsible for administrative duties for HR involving the following: background checks, pre-employment drug screening, data entry into PeopleSoft, worker’s compensation, benefits, job descriptions, affirmative action logs, correspondence to applicants and other miscellaneous correspondence. Provide backup support, as needed, to process payroll.* Responsible for day-to-day Human Resources administrative functions. * Main point of contact for all Human Resources related queries including policy interpretation. * Administered all company benefits to existing and new employees.* Accountable for all PeopleSoft data entry.