Experienced with team leadership, strategic planning, and operational management. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills to drive project success. Track record of fostering productive work environments and achieving set goals.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager - UKG
Simmons Foods
06.2022 - 07.2025
As the Project lead I spear headed the HR/Payroll integrations with internal and external applications to ensure streamless data transfers.
Managed the HRIS team and UKG training team and Project Lead for HR team.
Executed configuration modification and/or redesigned pages in the HR/Payroll system in order to improve business processes.
Implemented process improvements, enhancing production efficiency and reducing operational costs.
Collaborated with senior leadership to develop long-term strategies for growth and sustainability.
Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and implementing appropriate solutions.
Coordinated with IT department to upgrade technology infrastructure, enhancing operational efficiency and data security.
Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Planned, created, tested and deployed a new HR/Payroll system to produce high quality system to meet and exceed customer expectations.
SR HR Analytics
Simmons Foods
04.2020 - 06.2022
Improved leadership decision making by providing factual data.
Managed policies, procedures, and processes for HR team. Worked with HR Leadership and legal team to ensure compliance. Communicated all updates and changes.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
HR Analytics
Simmons Foods
12.2019 - 04.2020
Leveraged data-driven insights from HR analytics tools to inform decision-making processes, driving measurable improvements in key performance indicators.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate HR analytics into broader business intelligence efforts.
Improved overall organizational effectiveness through data-driven HR analytics and insights.
Delivery Project Manager GBS
Walmart US Enablement Initiatives
11.2015 - 12.2019
Managed day-to-day development and execution of a field training program. Supports and align efforts to meet customer/business needs and build commitment with customer base for change initiatives.
Led cross-functional teams to implement process improvements across various operational initiatives.
Developed project plans and timelines, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
Model compliance with company policies and procedures and supports company values and standards of ethics and integrity by incorporating into daily work.
Consults with business leaders to define program requirements, provide recommendations and gain approval
Manages development of the program by working with the Information Systems and vendor teams to ensure the program meets business requirements.
Communicate status updates and possible risks to senior leadership
Project Manager II
Walmart Logistics Human Resources
09.2012 - 10.2015
Conducted Field HR Process/Time Study and presented findings to senior leadership
Supported the design and implementation of Human Resources systems
Reviewed, communicated and support of Benefit programs
Ensured Logistics Human Resource policies and procedures integrated with company protocols
Compensation Analyst
Walmart Logistics Human Resources/Compensation
08.2003 - 08.2012
Supported the design of Compensation/Human Resources systems and processes.
Analyzed Market Data and presented findings to senior leadership.
Communicated compensation programs and processes.
Provided support for various Human Resource related functions.
Ensured Compensation/HR processes integrate smoothly with compensation protocols.
Recommended adjustments to compensation plans based on employee performance metrics.
Led initiatives to enhance pay transparency and employee understanding of compensation packages.
Support in shutdown of facilities HR offices (processing/conducting terminations, severance agreements, shutting down HR systems)
Worked with Legal team to document severance agreement and ensure HR teams had a clear understanding of the agreement
Operations Manager / Personnel Specialist
Walmart ISD Human Resources/Recruiting
07.2002 - 07.2003
Managed a team of 13 administrative assistants to ensure consistency in leadership support.
Human Resource responsibilities (terminations, interviews, compliance with company policies, etc.).
Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
Established a new Military Pay program in support of 9/11 impacted military team members.
Streamlined recruitment processes to enhance candidate sourcing and selection efficiency.
Administrative Assistant
Walmart - ISD Human Resources/Recruiting
06.2000 - 06.2002
Conducted regular audits of HR databases, maintaining compliance with organizational standards and policies.
Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
Managed teams payroll adjustments, personnel actions, time sheets, Benefit Adjustments.
Transcribed and organized information to assist in preparing speeches and presentations.
Managed scheduling and coordination for recruitment activities, enhancing team efficiency.
Data Entry
Walmart Corporate Compensation and Policy
03.1999 - 05.2000
Reduced errors in data entry by meticulously reviewing and validating information before submission.
Streamlined data entry processes for enhanced efficiency and productivity.
Reduced redundant data entry tasks by automating manual processes through scripting techniques.
Completed time-sensitive data entry requests.
Packaging Tech
McKee Baking
11.1992 - 03.1999
Operated packaging machinery to ensure efficient product assembly and quality control.
Collaborated with team members to meet production targets and maintain workflow efficiency.
Trained new employees on packaging procedures and safety protocols to improve operational readiness.
Monitored packaging process for adherence to quality standards, identifying areas for improvement.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gentry Public Schools
Gentry, AR
Skills
Customer service
Team leadership
Time management
Decision-making
Complex Problem-solving
Relationship building
Project management
Cross-functional teamwork
Clear communication
Multitasking
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to prioritize and remain focused on the essence of an issue
Excellent customer support services
Skilled at learning new concepts quickly while working well under pressure