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Brianna Guevara

Gretna,NE

Summary

Dynamic HR leader with a passion for coaching, talent development, and shaping thriving company cultures. Skilled in driving employee engagement, unlocking potential, and creating high-performance teams. Eager to contribute to an organization that values growth, innovation, and a supportive, people-centered approach to leadership.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Human Resources Manager

Omaha Steel Castings - Owen Industries
Wahoo, NE
07.2024 - Current
  • Streamlined interview processes.
  • Promoted open communication with management to address employee concerns.
  • Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws.
  • Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR initiatives.
  • Oversaw workers compensation, FMLA, and short-term disability claims.
  • Prepared and presented case documentation for unemployment hearings.
  • Reduced turnover by 40% in Quarter 4.

Human Resources Generalist

Missouri Valley Steel - Owen Industries
Sioux City, IA
08.2023 - 07.2024
  • Coordinated company-wide events boosting employee morale and fostering a sense of community.
  • Conducted confidential investigations of discrimination, harassment and workplace violence.
  • Facility new-hire orientation and recruiting tasks for best-in-class talent identification.
  • Ensured legal compliance by staying current with federal and state regulations, reducing potential risks to the company.
  • Administered benefits programs effectively, ensuring accurate enrollment.
  • Coached managers through employee engagement, documentation, discipline and performance improvement plans.
  • Managed cross-functional team of seven to create comprehensive training materials.
  • Evaluated return on investment for training initiatives.

Store Manager

VIctoria’s Secret
07.2022 - 08.2023
  • Oversee $3-5 million volume store with 20+ associates
  • Managed store associates in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and constructive feedback.
  • Facilitated hiring, training and mentoring new associates.
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted traffic levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
  • Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments.
  • Recognized for leading highest year-over-year conversion rate improvement in the district.

Style/Beauty Team Lead

Target
01.2022 - 06.2022
  • Fostered positive employee relationships through communication, training and development.
  • Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic.
  • Assessed, motivated and empowered team members to work to build customer satisfaction and loyalty, to support retention and growth.
  • Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize productivity.
  • Monitored team progress and enforced deadlines.
  • Led team through Ulta Beauty opening.

Human Resources Expert

Target
06.2021 - 01.2022
  • Assisted in facilitating investigations, performance management of team members and team leaders, and corrective actions in order to ensure adherence to company and state/federal policies
  • Assisted with HR metrics including but not limited to I9/termination compliance, retention, team stabilization, training, and terminations.
  • Act as a trusted advisor, providing support for employee relation issues, resolving conflicts, and fostering a positive, inclusive work environment.

Senior Education Consultant

Sephora Inside JCPenney
11.2015 - 06.2021

• Review metrics in order to reach sales and loyalty goals.

• Train consultants in product knowledge, building the basket, and customer loyalty.

• Provide support to Beauty Manager in daily business processes.

• Foster genuine client relationships in order to grow sales and provide client with their product desires.

• Deliver monthly and weekly agendas in order to implement a culture of consistent learning with associates.

Education

Esthetics - Esthetics

Aveda Institute - Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX
07.2014

High School Diploma -

Tuloso-Midway High School
Corpus Christi, TX
05.2011

Skills

  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Conflict Management
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Training Development
  • Performance Management
  • HR Software (ADP, Kronos, Paylocity, Paycor, Workday)
  • Onboarding
  • Employee Experience
  • SHRM: Essentials of HR and Leading Workplace Investigations

Timeline

Human Resources Manager

Omaha Steel Castings - Owen Industries
07.2024 - Current

Human Resources Generalist

Missouri Valley Steel - Owen Industries
08.2023 - 07.2024

Store Manager

VIctoria’s Secret
07.2022 - 08.2023

Style/Beauty Team Lead

Target
01.2022 - 06.2022

Human Resources Expert

Target
06.2021 - 01.2022

Senior Education Consultant

Sephora Inside JCPenney
11.2015 - 06.2021

Esthetics - Esthetics

Aveda Institute - Corpus Christi

High School Diploma -

Tuloso-Midway High School
Brianna Guevara