Darlene Cadore
Retail
Chicago,IL
Summary
Experienced and passionate Regional Human Resource Manager, successful at impacting positive organizational outcomes through development and retention of teams, strong operational standards, and a passion for the customer's experience. Confident in ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and prioritize tasks to produce results that contribute to the company's success. Forward-thinking, insightful approach, and a focused mindset.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Human Resources Manager
Dollar Tree-Family Dollar
Indianapolis, IN
01.2023 - Current
- Successfully support the talent life cycle for 247 stores across Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio to exceed operational objectives
- Since 2023, identified and developed talent within my existing team, promoting 2 District Managers and 73 Store Managers to foster a growth-minded culture.
- #1 RHRM in the company based on HR KPI's f0r 2024 YTD
- Develop and conduct a Leadership Training programs for District Managers across the region, providing personal coaching and development to leaders to support internal growth.
- Selected as an advisor for HRIS Workday, providing insights and strategic guidance on system functionality, user experience, and process improvement.
- Marketing and Communications director for ARG, Champions for Women
Regional Manager
Luke Family of Brands
Hobart, IN
03.2021 - 01.2023
- Successfully lead all NWI stores, inclusive of the Distribution Center, District Managers, 52 managers, and 175+ employees to achieve +19% sales growth in 2021, and +22% sales growth in 2022 to $73 million annually
- Reduced turnover from 214% in 2020 to 37% in 2022 by focusing on culture, training, and development.
- Supported District Managers through talent acquisition, business analysis, strong operational standards, and the development of teams- focused on the customer.
- Personally developed leaders to support internal growth- promoting 52 leaders in 2022
Human Resource Manager
Amazon
Monee, IL
02.2020 - 03.2021
- Oversaw the hiring, productivity, development, and retention of 7,000+ employees at Amazon's largest Fulfillment Center in North America to successfully achieve operational objectives.
- Reduced attrition from 7.2% in February 2020 to 3% in December of 2021 by developing leaders through training programs that focus on leadership capability, engagement, connectivity, and culture.
- Advised senior leadership on policies, development of their team, and guided them through effective communication and leadership principles to drive productivity and retention.
- Facilitated talent calibration, succession planning, and long-term developmental planning strategies in collaboration with senior leadership.
- Provided leadership to the HR team in all HR responsibilities, inclusive of HR Business Partners, Senior HR Assistants, and Operational Assistants.
Senior District Manager
Walters and Mason Retail- Altar'd State
WI, IL, IN, MI, OH, Midwest
05.2018 - 02.2020
- Developed and guided all stores throughout Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio with a +12% increase over LY in 2019. Initial focus was on the associate's experience to drive the guest's experience. Top District in the company in fiscal 2019.
- Decreased YTD turnover from 58% in 2018 to 9% in fiscal 2019, lowest shrink rate in the Company at 1%, reduced by 80% from 2018.
- Grew business by focusing on guest engagement and lasting experiences, while cultivating a culture of excellence and inclusion within the leadership team.
- District received the #1 Great Place to Work survey results in the company for 2019.
District Manager
Limited Brands-Victoria's Secret
South Chicago, Central Illinois, Northwest Indiana, Midwest
09.2007 - 05.2018
- Successfully operated multiple high-volume stores throughout Chicago and NWI.
- Implemented and led a District Management program with 75+ graduates, building a legacy of talent for the Region and Company.
- Successfully mentored 15 stores, 75 leaders, and 400+ employees to deliver +27% sales growth from 2015-2018, totaling $65 million annually.
- Reduced turnover from 214% in 2010 to 12% in 2018 and achieved the best Associate Opinion Survey results in the company in 2017 and 2018 through engagement, connectivity, training, and development of leaders.
- Achieved a reduction in shrink from 16.28% in 2014 to 1.42% in 2018, year over year.
- Built brand loyalty through credit card tender share, 17% in 2010 to 52% in 2018.
- Developed and facilitated learning modules for the Company, teaching 144 stores in urban markets throughout the country.
- Initiated, created, and facilitated Accelerated Leadership Training for the Company.
Human Resource Business Partner-Chicago Stores
Target Corporation
Chicago, IL
03.1997 - 09.2007
- Successfully supported the talent lifecycle for 106 stores in the Chicago area and surrounding local suburbs.
- Actively focused on trends, best practices, and employment law to ensure the Chicago stores were proactive in their approach to employee relations.
- Developed Target Business College programs for new executives.
- Organized all mass hiring events and talent acquisition strategies for the Chicago market, as well as developed onboarding and retention programs for the Midwest region.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management- Management Studies, HR
Georgia Technical College
Clarksville, GA2001
Skills
- Dedicated to exceptional customer service and team engagement
- Outstanding communication and collaboration abilities
- Inspiring and effective coaching skills
- Expertise in attracting top industry talent
- Deep understanding of the Midwest Market
- Proven track record in leadership and organizational growth
- Demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit and proactive initiative
- High standards for operational excellence
Timeline
Regional Human Resources Manager
Dollar Tree-Family Dollar
01.2023 - Current
Regional Manager
Luke Family of Brands
03.2021 - 01.2023
Human Resource Manager
Amazon
02.2020 - 03.2021
Senior District Manager
Walters and Mason Retail- Altar'd State
05.2018 - 02.2020
District Manager
Limited Brands-Victoria's Secret
09.2007 - 05.2018
Human Resource Business Partner-Chicago Stores
Target Corporation
03.1997 - 09.2007
- Food, Safety, and Sanitation Certification
- Walton Institute School of Retailing-Leadership, Training, Communication, Management Development
Bachelor of Science - Business Management- Management Studies, HR
Georgia Technical College
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