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ABEL A. SIERRA

Business Culture & Transformation Consultant
Chevy Chase,MD

Summary

Forward-thinking American-Mexican experienced Senior Consultant with 37 year background and outstanding knowledge of Human Resources. Expert in culture, organizational development and talent management with proven history of effective problem-solving, optimizing development systems and overall strong business acumen. Dedicated to efficiency, entrepreneurship and long-term results. Gifted at turning prospects into clients and delivering exceptional presentations. Engaging, personable and focused on delivering exemplary customer service. Outstanding motivator with adaptable communication style and success in collaborating across organizational levels. Successful in meeting new challenges and finding effective solutions. Strong client handling and interpersonal talents. Skilled in managing, delegating and assigning complex timelines and projects. Passionate about bringing changes in businesses. Lived in United States, Mexico and Brazil.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certificate
3
3
Language

Work History

Sr. Consultant and Entrepreneur

C-GROWTH MéXICO CITY
2016 - 2022
  • Boosted success of client's organization by improving performance, motivation, job satisfaction, hiring practices, training programs and management systems.
  • Developed organizational development solutions based upon clients' strict requirements.
  • Built business to 80 customers by implementing effective culture solutions and customer engagement plans.
  • Set organizational mission, business vision and employee expectations for 25 companies.
  • Managed, trained and motivated personnel to continuously improve knowledge and abilities in People Development field

Sr. Consultant and Entrepreneur

METTALIDERAZGO MéXICO CITY
2014 - 2022
  • Boosted success of client's organization by improving performance, motivation, job satisfaction, hiring practices, training programs and management systems.
  • Hired and trained over 400 employees, crafting team of efficient, qualified employees for industrial tasks.
  • Developed coaching solutions based upon clients' strict requirements.

Associate Sr. Consultant and Entrepreneur

BB Y ASOCIADOS MéXICO CITY
2014 - 2022
  • Presented project scopes to employees and executives, proposing timelines, budgets and specifications for over 20 projects.
  • Streamlined teams people management processes to cut downtime and optimize employee productivity.
  • Developed service plans in consultation with clients, and performed follow-ups assessing quantity and quality of services.

CPTO – Chief People & Talent Officer

GRUPO BOSQUE REAL MéXICO
2020 - 2021
  • Provided guidance and consultation to district managers to identify strategies to meet short and long-term business needs.
  • Identified, created and implemented formal performance management guidelines to reduce inconsistencies 80% and increase productivity 15%.
  • Tracked and reported metrics to identify trends and establish goals to meet business needs.

Board Member, Sr. Consultant and Interim Managing Director

GREAT PLACE
, MEXICO
2019 - 2020
  • Focused teams on developing innovative and cutting-edge approaches with effective resource allocation and strategic planning.
  • Offered expertise on employee and business development plans to enhance implementation and routine oversight.
  • Provided personalized business consulting and overhauled services to strengthen client success.

Human Resources Director

BRIGHTSTAR MéXICO CITY, México
2011 - 2014
  • Directed and provided direction of human resources generalists implementing strategies, policies and procedures in the various areas of HR management (e.g MBO, Performance Management, etc.)
  • Developed and managed an Employee Relations/Union Labor strategy
  • Directed, developed and implemented training and development programs based on TDN
  • Directed and implemented Finance, IT and HR Shared Service Center in Costa Rica.
  • Recruited and hired 15 key leadership positions to strengthen management team.

Human Resources Director & Retail Stores Lead

HANESBRANDS MéXICO CITY, México
2010 - 2011
  • Directed and provided direction thru implementation of strategies, policies and procedures in the various areas of HR management (e.g MBO, Performance Management, etc.)
  • Developed and implemented training programs for sales force organization and manufacturing operators
  • Implemented Succession Planning all across the organization with plans in place such as leadership, teambuilding, negotiation skills, customer service, etc
  • Directed and established clear goals and metrics, which increased the retail sales in 30% vs previous year
  • Opened one retail store in a fast track mode, which provided additional 100kusd
  • Managed and made a healthy P&L of all stores
  • Lead and established a strong training and development career program for sales retail organization.

Partner

COACHING ALQUIMISTA
2009 - 2010
  • Responsible for designing and developing programs, by closely working with our customers and designing tailored solutions
  • Build up workforce’s effectiveness in delivering the business strategy
  • Provided Assessments and Executive Coaching
  • Developed and implemented Leadership and Managerial Skills training and development
  • Developed and implemented a Compensation Philosophy
  • Recruited and selected key strategic positions.

México Human Resources Director

METLIFE COMPANY MéXICO CITY
2007 - 2008
  • Developed an HR strategy to become the employer of choice by increasing the employee’s engagement thru the year 2012
  • Developed model of Corporate University with all training and development programs
  • Developed a specific “Sales Leader Model” with a strong training and development career program.
  • Implemented Talent Management Model which became the Corporate Model
  • Established and implemented innovation, diversity and inclusion culture.
  • Developed a staffing strategy.
  • Developed and managed an Employee Relations/Union Labor strategy
  • Designed, developed and launched a flexible benefits (beneflex) program for 1600 employees in Mexico
  • Managed the MetLife Foundation to support health and education.

Human Resources Director

BOEHRINGER INGELHEIM COMPANY MéXICO CITY, México and Central America
2003 - 2007
  • Directed and provided direction of human resources generalists in implementing strategies, policies and procedures in the various areas of HR management (e.g. MBO, Performance Management, etc.)
  • Developed a LMS that included "performance management systems".
  • Developed and implemented a union contract renegotiation
  • Lead the entire talent management, succession planning and leadership development processes for all businesses and corporate functions
  • Designed, developed and launched a flexible benefits (beneflex) program for 800 employees in Mexico.

Human Resources Director

MONSANTO COMPANY MéXICO, Latin America
1997 - 2002
  • Directed human resources, general services and security structures for Mexico, Central America, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru and Caribbean
  • Savings for 500k usd by redesign of HR organization creating a diverse team and providing effective service at low cost
  • Designed, planned, staffed and integrated 3 seeds companies, 1 pharmaceutical, 1 consumer, 1 agrochemical and 5 unions in one company and organizational culture.
  • Eliminated 100 positions with savings for 1M usd and reduced turnover in 7%
  • Designed, developed and launched a beneflex program for 380 employees in Mexico
  • Developed, negotiated and established an outsourcing program for 10,000 seasonal workers
  • Managed during 1-year worldwide people planning process from corporate headquarters
  • Developed and directed all HRIS (human resources information systems) for the region as well as established HR Intranet.

Regions Human Resources Director

GLOBAL ONE, SPRINT, VIRGINIA
1996 - 1997
  • Pacific, Latin America and RIMEA)
  • Direct the human resources structure for the regions of Latin America, Asia-Pacific, Russia, India, Middle East and Africa 4000 employees
  • Directed human resources administrators and managers during merger of Deutsche Telecomm, France Telecomm and Sprint
  • Aligned and standardized corporate initiatives to be implemented in the regions within the framework of diverse cultures, local laws, regulations and practices
  • Developed Learning Management practices and tied up to Corporate University thru:
  • Centralized and automated administration
  • Used self-service and self-guided services
  • Assembled and delivered learning content rapidly
  • Supported portability and standards
  • Developed and implemented change management program in the organization
  • Successful retention programs.
  • Attracted 1000 potential talent in a 3 days major staffing project in Brazil

Regional Human Resources Manager

UNION CARBIDE CORPORATION DANBURY
, CONNECTICUT
1987 - 1995
  • Ensured effective implementation of senior management organization restructure of all Latin America/South Africa management activity into Sao Paulo office to support 8000 employees
  • Developed and administered cost efficiency programs reduction of 3M usd in affiliates overhead
  • Defined multi-skills, role and responsibilities in human resources to standardize the profile required for the role within the region
  • Contributed on the Regional Human Resources role in strategic planning, 1 generalist per 100 employees
  • Acted as advisor to Managing Director regarding personnel development, headcount maximization, effective management/professional training programs and optimization of cost savings in multi-national insurance pools
  • Developed salary plans for Latin America affiliate's executives
  • Administered salary budgets, bonuses, stock options and incentive programs for key personnel

Recruitment and Selection Head

SALINAS Y ROCHA, S.A
GUADALAJARA, JAL
1985 - 1987
  • Managed team of 500 employees, overseeing hiring, training, and professional growth of employees.
  • Delivered hiring services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
  • Recruited and screened qualified potential employees.
  • Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations.
  • Received and processed headcount requirements
  • Developed profiles and job descriptions

Recruitment and Selection Assistant

DIF JALISCO GUADALAJARA
1983 - 1985
  • Oriented applicants to company website to apply for vacant positions.
  • Supported hiring process by scheduling interviews, conducting reference checks and completing various paperwork.
  • Assisted with background checks and verification of licenses.
  • Created and wrote job postings for vacant positions on websites.
  • Reviewed applications for experience and fit with posted positions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

ITESO
GUADALAJARA
01.1981 - 06.1985

Skills

Consulting

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Affiliations

  • Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM)
  • Latin America Personnel Association (LAPA)
  • Conference Board Human Resources Council


Certification

Coaching Certification - International Association of Coaching and Mentoring - 2021

Interests

Social Organizations, Sports, Gourmet Food, Wine

Additional Information

Managed METLIFE Foundation in Mexico

Work Availability

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Quote

"Right person in the right job for the right amount of time equals success".
A.S.U.

Timeline

CPTO – Chief People & Talent Officer

GRUPO BOSQUE REAL MéXICO
2020 - 2021

Board Member, Sr. Consultant and Interim Managing Director

GREAT PLACE
2019 - 2020

Sr. Consultant and Entrepreneur

C-GROWTH MéXICO CITY
2016 - 2022

Sr. Consultant and Entrepreneur

METTALIDERAZGO MéXICO CITY
2014 - 2022

Associate Sr. Consultant and Entrepreneur

BB Y ASOCIADOS MéXICO CITY
2014 - 2022

Human Resources Director

BRIGHTSTAR MéXICO CITY, México
2011 - 2014

Human Resources Director & Retail Stores Lead

HANESBRANDS MéXICO CITY, México
2010 - 2011

Partner

COACHING ALQUIMISTA
2009 - 2010

México Human Resources Director

METLIFE COMPANY MéXICO CITY
2007 - 2008

Human Resources Director

BOEHRINGER INGELHEIM COMPANY MéXICO CITY, México and Central America
2003 - 2007

Human Resources Director

MONSANTO COMPANY MéXICO, Latin America
1997 - 2002

Regions Human Resources Director

GLOBAL ONE, SPRINT, VIRGINIA
1996 - 1997

Regional Human Resources Manager

UNION CARBIDE CORPORATION DANBURY
1987 - 1995

Recruitment and Selection Head

SALINAS Y ROCHA, S.A
1985 - 1987

Recruitment and Selection Assistant

DIF JALISCO GUADALAJARA
1983 - 1985

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

ITESO
01.1981 - 06.1985

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