Arnee Gomez
Seattle,WA
Summary
Accomplished leader in Global Human Resources and Executive Business Partner roles within high-expectation, high-performance continuous improvement organizations. Diverse HR skill set and extensive experience in growth technology and manufacturing industries, spanning small and large public and private companies. Known for establishing trust and robust relationships at all levels of the organization. Highly analytical, results-driven, and critical thinker dedicated to propelling business advancement. Collaborative individual who supports team members and drives organizational success.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President, Human Resources Business Partner
Smart Global Holdings (Nasdaq: SGH)
2021.09 - 2024.08
- Under SGH, Penguin Solutions includes the brands Penguin Computing, Penguin Edge and Stratus Technologies, offering high-performance, high- availability/fault-tolerant integrated computing platforms and services for artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and the internet of things (IoT) that span the continuum of edge, core, and cloud. Approximate revenue $500m, global workforce of 500+employees in the U.S. EMEA, Asia Pacific.
- Global HR Leader for Penguin Solutions, leading team of HR Business Partners and leveraging HR COEs
- Partnered with cross functional leadership to develop and execute scalable people strategy for rapid growth in fast paced and highly competitive environment
- Cultivated dynamic workforce planning process to optimize staffing, understand skills gaps/needs; conducted competitive compensation analysis for recruitment and retention
- Facilitated change management and culture development through business leader changes, global RIF while investing in growth initiatives; integrating Stratus and Penguin Solutions into "one company".
- KPIs include Headcount to Plan, Turnover, Time to Fill, Engagement Survey
- Penguin Solutions voluntary turnover was at or below 12%, below high tech industry average of 18%
- Collaborated to transform HR function from transactional to efficient and proactive business partner, moving from decentralized HR structure to centralized COE model
- Led critical talent initiatives including roll out of Succession Planning and Talent Review across SGH.
Chief Human Resources Officer
GHSP/JSJ
2020.01 - 2021.05
- GHSP is a leading global supplier of mechanical and electromechanical systems to the automotive, transportation, and appliance industry. JSJ Corporation, is a privately held collection of companies. Global revenue is $400m+ and 2000 employees. Manufacturing in U.S., Mexico and China.
- Partner to GHSP's CEO and leadership team, driving all talent and cultural development in support of GHSP growth strategy
- Developed 3-5 year people strategy to 'provide scalable solutions that enable the organization to deliver innovation and growth'
- Key implementations include: Transforming HR function to efficient, critical thinking business partner; Talent Review and Organization Review Process; Compensation Philosophy, Pay Structures and Policies; Executive Compensation plan design; DEI executive education and development of DEI team to support vision; Key metrics dashboard; Successful COVID-19 response, including corporate communications and policies.
Vice President, Human Resources
Crane CO. (NYSE:CR)
2012.09 - 2019.08
- Responsible for all aspects of global HR beginning with Crane Aerospace Group and later expanded responsibility for Crane Aerospace & Electronics; a $750m+ business with 2500 associates in eleven sites
- Partnered with executive leadership to merge Crane Aerospace and Crane Electronics business units, ensuring alignment of strategy, people, processes and culture in 2015 ultimately achieving $8m annual savings while increasing annual revenue 10% plus
- Supported integration of Redmond, WA site into Lynnwood, WA site achieving $3m annual savings and centralized career development opportunities
- Supported Group President to stabilize leadership team and improve associate turnover from 10.3% to 5.8% over three years through improved leader/associate communication, recruiting and promotion of A-Player leaders, and execution of a disciplined talent management process that ties to execution of the strategic and financial targets
- Aligned HR organization structure and processes to improve operational metrics such as average time to fill by 40%, and HR credibility with business leaders and associates
- Led the negotiation of a highly complex and successful Collective Bargaining Agreement in Elyria, OH
- The result was a 'win/win' contract including positive cost impact to company in the long term with short term gains in priority economic areas for the Union
- The contract was endorsed by the bargaining committee and ultimately passed by the rank and file on the first vote.
Director of Human Resources
DANAHER CORPORATION (NYSE:DHR)
2010.11 - 2012.08
- Director of Human Resources, Danaher Sensors & Controls, Specialty Products, a global industrial automation and process control business unit ($100m, 350 associates) comprised of 6 core industrial technologies businesses
- Through leadership and execution of Danaher's organization and talent review process, drove changes in organization structure and overall talent level to support business growth of 8% in 2 years.
Director of Human Resources
DANAHER CORPORATION (NYSE:DHR)
2006.10 - 2010.11
- Director of Human Resources, Fluke Electronics & Fluke Biomedical, global multi site business units ($100m+ and 400 associates)
- Responsible for global organization assessment, design and development, talent management, executive recruiting, and leadership team development.
Senior Human Resource Manager
DANAHER CORPORATION (NYSE:DHR)
2004.10 - 2006.10
- Supported Fluke Electronics Senior Vice President of Global Operations, Chief Information Officer, and President of Fluke Biomedical, and their respective organizations
- Direct reports - two HR Managers and Corporate HR Programs Manager.
Corporate Human Resource Programs Manager
DANAHER CORPORATION (NYSE:DHR)
2001.10 - 2004.10
- Directed Compensation, Employment, Equal Opportunity, HR Systems, and Benefits for Fluke U.S., including subsidiaries; Managed Corporate Recruiter and Benefits Manager
- Integrated three Fluke acquisitions into Fluke's HR systems, Benefits, EEO and Compensation programs.
Employment Manager
DANAHER CORPORATION (NYSE:DHR)
2000.06 - 2001.10
Human Resource Manager
DANAHER CORPORATION (NYSE:DHR)
1997.07 - 2000.06
Education
Master of Business Administration -
University of Washington
Seattle, WA06.1995
B.A. Political Science -
University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, CA06.1990
Skills
- Key Performance Indicators
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Employee Relations
- Global HR experience
- Workforce Planning
- Succession Planning & Talent Management
- Talent Acquisition
- Total Rewards Strategy
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
Additionalcoursework
- Shingo Institute & SISU Consulting Group, Japan Executive Study Tour, Nagoya, Japan
- Salary Administration Certificate, World at Work
- Certified Trainer for Achieve Global Leadership Training
- Certified administrator of Paradigm Workplace Big 5 traits profile and 360 review
Timeline
Vice President, Human Resources Business Partner
Smart Global Holdings (Nasdaq: SGH)
2021.09 - 2024.08
Chief Human Resources Officer
GHSP/JSJ
2020.01 - 2021.05
Vice President, Human Resources
Crane CO. (NYSE:CR)
2012.09 - 2019.08
Director of Human Resources
DANAHER CORPORATION (NYSE:DHR)
2010.11 - 2012.08
Director of Human Resources
DANAHER CORPORATION (NYSE:DHR)
2006.10 - 2010.11
Senior Human Resource Manager
DANAHER CORPORATION (NYSE:DHR)
2004.10 - 2006.10
Corporate Human Resource Programs Manager
DANAHER CORPORATION (NYSE:DHR)
2001.10 - 2004.10
Employment Manager
DANAHER CORPORATION (NYSE:DHR)
2000.06 - 2001.10
Human Resource Manager
DANAHER CORPORATION (NYSE:DHR)
1997.07 - 2000.06
Master of Business Administration -
University of Washington
B.A. Political Science -
University of California, San Diego
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