Deborah Sastrias
Summary
Results-driven HR Professional offering 30+ years in achieving positive human resources results. Articulate negotiator skillful in supporting competitive company growth by sourcing top-quality applicants for critical roles. Organized planner with excellent team leadership and program management abilities. Oversee well-organized and efficient HR operations by balancing organizational targets with compliance and employee demands. Focused on maximizing resource utilization and enhancing performance with forward-thinking approaches. Solid background of improving collaboration and consensus across company environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Human Resources LATAM Region
Dentsu International
01.2021 - 10.2023
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure alignment of HR goals with business objectives.
- Implemented succession planning initiatives, promoting long-term stability in key leadership positions.
- Conducted thorough workforce analyses to identify areas of improvement and develop targeted solutions.
- Managed complex employee relations issues, resulting in improved workplace harmony and satisfaction.
- Streamlined recruitment processes for increased efficiency and reduced time-to-fill rates.
- Reduced turnover rates by cultivating a positive work culture and addressing employee concerns proactively.
- Negotiated competitive compensation packages, ensuring market competitiveness and employee satisfaction.
HR Merger and Acquisitions Director
Dentsu International
03.2018 - 12.2020
- Ensured seamless transition for acquired employees by providing targeted onboarding and training programs.
- Supported financial objectives by conducting cost-benefit analyses of potential acquisitions and recommending strategic actions.
- Enhanced overall organizational capability through talent assessment of acquired employees, re-aligning roles and responsibilities as needed for optimal performance.
- Aligned corporate goals with acquisition strategy, ensuring long-term growth prospects for the organization.
HR & HRIS Director Americas
Dentsu International
07.2011 - 03.2018
- Implemented HR technology solutions to streamline HR processes and improve efficiency.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Implemented time-tracking systems that increased productivity levels among staff members without sacrificing work-life balance measures in place.
- Streamlined HR processes by implementing new tools and software, improving overall efficiency.
- Developed executive HR analytics that indicate productivity and costs.
- Conducted job evaluations and market salary survey analysis.
Human Resources Consultant
Independent
01.2010 - 07.2011
- Advise clients on implementation of policies, procedures and job descriptions.
- Conducted compensation and benefits analysis.
- Design recruitment solutions and employee orientation programs.
LATAM HR & HRIS Manager
Lexmark International, Inc
05.2008 - 01.2010
- Implemented HR Outsourcing Project in 16 Latin American countries.
- Led HR transformation strategy through process development and tool training.
- Developed executive HR analytics that indicate productivity and costs.
HRIS Consultant
Marsh
06.2007 - 04.2008
HRBP & HRIS LATAM Manager
Lexmark International
07.2004 - 01.2006
HR Regional Manager Central America
Lucent Technologies Inc
01.2002 - 06.2004
HR Functional and Support Manager
Lucent Technologies Inc
07.1998 - 12.2002
Education
Certificate - Business Analytics
Harvard Business School Online
Online2020
Certificate - Financial Accounting
Harvard Business School Online
Online2020
Diploma - Information Science And Technique
Universidad Del Nuevo Mundo
Mexico City06.1991
Skills
- Organizational Culture
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Workforce Analytics
- Compensation design
- Retention Strategies
- HR technology implementation
- Human Resources Operations
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Professional Working
Turkish
Elementary
Timeline
Head of Human Resources LATAM Region
Dentsu International
01.2021 - 10.2023
HR Merger and Acquisitions Director
Dentsu International
03.2018 - 12.2020
HR & HRIS Director Americas
Dentsu International
07.2011 - 03.2018
Human Resources Consultant
Independent
01.2010 - 07.2011
LATAM HR & HRIS Manager
Lexmark International, Inc
05.2008 - 01.2010
HRIS Consultant
Marsh
06.2007 - 04.2008
HRBP & HRIS LATAM Manager
Lexmark International
07.2004 - 01.2006
HR Regional Manager Central America
Lucent Technologies Inc
01.2002 - 06.2004
HR Functional and Support Manager
Lucent Technologies Inc
07.1998 - 12.2002
Certificate - Business Analytics
Harvard Business School Online
Certificate - Financial Accounting
Harvard Business School Online
Diploma - Information Science And Technique
Universidad Del Nuevo Mundo