Alfred Saavedra
Porter
Summary
Strategic HR Director with a focus on aligning talent strategies to business objectives. Successfully improved employee engagement by 30% and established an analytics team that enhanced data-driven decision-making. Committed to fostering a culture of innovation and accountability to drive sustainable growth.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director, Human Resources
Daikin Comfort Technologies
Greater Houston
02.2022 - 02.2026
- Led a team of HR professionals in support of multiple business units which include the West Coast Sales Division, Tech Services, Marketing Transformation, Sales Planning, and recent acquisitions that include approximately 1,200 employees (union & non-union) across the US.
- Developed and executed human capital strategy for client group, enhancing talent acquisition and optimizing organizational benefits.
- Managed an established team of five HR Business Partners located across the country and ensured the effective and efficient execution of HR programs.
- Spearheaded creation of analytics team to deliver data-driven insights to business unit leadership using Tableau and Power BI dashboards.
- Improved employee engagement by 30% based on Gallup Survey results.
- Integrated the Talent Science predictive analytics assessment to improve retention, reduce turnover and increase productivity.
- Transitioned newly acquired M&A personnel into the UKG platform and modules.
- Established employee experience framework to cultivate positive organizational culture.
- Led internal investigations aligning with company guidelines on workplace harassment, substance control, supervisory effectiveness, and employee grievances.
- Utilized data and analytics to assess personnel management strategies, identifying strengths and weaknesses to enhance employee retention.
- Analyzed trends and metrics (in partnership with COE functions) to develop solutions, programs, and policies.
- Maintained in-depth knowledge of legal requirements to reduce legal risks and ensure regulatory compliance in multiple states including California, Colorado and Washington.
- Collaborated with leadership to align HR strategies with business goals.
Sr. Manager, Human Resources
Daikin Comfort Technologies
Waller
02.2020 - 01.2022
- Supported 800+ employees across US in various HR functions, enhancing employee experience and operational efficiency.
- Partner with the business to plan and open new Regional Distribution Centers, from the ground floor, which includes financial/salary planning, staffing, creating/establishing/enforcing policies, vendor contract negotiations, new hire onboarding, HRIS System setup with HRIT/IT.
- Led cross-functional teams consisting of members of HRIS and Talent Acquisition to integrate newly acquired personnel seamlessly into all HR related systems.
- Facilitated planning and operational openings of three 200+ sqft RDCs, including The Parts Facility in Houston, Atlanta RDC in Georgia, and Waller RDC, within three years.
- Supported six operational warehouses across Houston and Atlanta with a combined full-time and temporary headcount of 650.
- Forecasted headcount and collaborated with division leaders on succession planning and salary range establishment.
Manager, Human Resources
Daikin Comfort Technologies
01.2010 - 01.2020
- Lead end-to-end recruitment, onboarding and staffing processes.
- Develop and implement HR strategies, policies, and procedures.
- Managed performance appraisals, feedback sessions, and improvement plans to align employee goals with organizational objectives.
- Addressed employee grievances and fostered workplace harmony, contributing to a positive organizational culture.
- Enforced company policy utilizing progressive disciplinary process.
- Supported human resources initiatives for 1,200+ employees at Waller factory, enhancing employee relations.
Electrical & Environmental Systems Specialist
U.S. Air Force
Beale AFB
02.1999 - 01.2003
- Maintained and repaired electrical and environmental systems on U-2 and C-5 aircraft to ensure operational readiness.
- Supported worldwide reconnaissance wing operations by providing technical expertise in electrical and environmental systems.
- Managed system configurations to ensure operational readiness and efficiency.
- Provided technical support for various software and hardware systems.
- Collaborated with teams to implement new technology solutions effectively.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Human Resources Management
University of Houston - Downtown
Houston, TX01-2012
Skills
- Talent Management
- Succession Planning
- Organizational Design
- Workforce Planning
- HR strategy alignment
- HR Metrics
- Change management
- Recruiting Support
- Employee Engagement
- Employee Relations
- Conflict Resolution
- Change management
Affiliations
Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM)
Certification
Society for Human Resources Management Professional Certification (SHRM-CP), 01/01/15
System Experience
- MS Office
- Infinium HRIS
- AS400
- UKG
- ICIMS
- KRONOS
- Guardian
- IKan
- Concur
- HireRight
- E-Verify
- Gallup Survey
- Talent Science
- Core Strengths
- KF360
Timeline
Director, Human Resources
Daikin Comfort Technologies
02.2022 - 02.2026
Sr. Manager, Human Resources
Daikin Comfort Technologies
02.2020 - 01.2022
Manager, Human Resources
Daikin Comfort Technologies
01.2010 - 01.2020
Electrical & Environmental Systems Specialist
U.S. Air Force
02.1999 - 01.2003
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Human Resources Management
University of Houston - Downtown