Cheryl Kellmer
Summary
Strategic senior HRIS professional with significant experience in managing large teams and developing effective strategies. Strengths include strategic leadership, vision-driven change management, high productivity, and robust business acumen. Adept at directing Workday HCM configuration, integration, and implementation as a hands-on leader.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Director of HR Technology & Operations
Siemens Digital Industries Software
Plano
03.2017 - 05.2024
- Led global teams to develop compliant & innovative Workday HCM, payroll & time solutions.
- Promoted a culture of collaboration among staff members through regular communication, feedback, and recognition.
- Established key performance indicators to track progress towards goals.
- Collaborated with executive leadership team to develop long-term objectives that would drive success.
- Mentored junior staff members in their professional development journey.
- Oversaw strategic planning and execution for digital transformation initiatives.
- Fostered partnerships with key stakeholders to align HR project goals.
- Coordinated resources and timelines for multiple concurrent projects.
Director of HRIS
Mentor Graphics (acquired by Siemens)
Wilsonville
11.2009 - 03.2017
- Managed SAP HR system updates to ensure data accuracy and compliance.
- Collaborated with IT to integrate new software solutions for HR processes.
- Ensured timely reporting of employee data for internal audits and reviews.
- Developed and implemented HRIS strategies to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
Associate VP, HR Technology
Novell, Inc
Waltham
11.1999 - 11.2009
- Led global, cross-functional teams
- Developed strategic plans for Peoplesoft product innovation and global expansion.
- Managed stakeholder relationships to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
- Oversaw budget allocation to optimize resource utilization.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and team performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Northeastern University
Boston, MASkills
- Workday HCM, Talent, Time, Payroll
- HRIS strategy
- Digital transformation
- Stakeholder engagement
- Operational efficiency
- Collaborative leadership
- Legal and regulatory compliance
- Multitasking and organization
Certification
- Workday Pro Time & Attendance (expired)
- Workday Pro Reporting (expired)
Timeline
Senior Director of HR Technology & Operations
Siemens Digital Industries Software
03.2017 - 05.2024
Director of HRIS
Mentor Graphics (acquired by Siemens)
11.2009 - 03.2017
Associate VP, HR Technology
Novell, Inc
11.1999 - 11.2009
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Northeastern University