Dharmapriya Samaraweera
Katy,TX
Summary
With over 15 years of diverse experience in business management, human resources, and HR management systems, I am a dynamic and professional individual. I have played a key role in implementing HR projects and technology-driven systems to drive optimal performance within organizations. My ability to synthesize quantitative information and effectively interact with colleagues and business leadership sets me apart. Committed to driving success and achieving organizational goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal HRIS Specialist
McDermott Inc.
09.2019 - Current
- Manage Corporate HR Systems, new enhancements and Governess
- Resolve integration issues on timely manner
- Lead, mentor and guide the HR Data Analytics team to support the development of HR Analytics, Dashboards and Reports
- Perform various readiness test scenarios for new systems, integrations and enhancements
- Interact with business owners regarding master data validation and maintain data integrity
- Develop user procedures, processes and documentation
- Train staff members and managers/supervisors/administrators on new processes/functionality
- Partner with business stakeholders to research and recommend opportunities for streamlining and enhancing current HRIS activities and move beyond established processes
HR Business Partner
McDermott Inc.
01.2016 - 09.2019
- Responsible for the development of HR strategy and execution to support the functions and projects to achieve business goals
- Advised managers on all employee-related matters and coordinated with relevant resource groups to handle more complex issues
- Responsible for the employee onboarding, conflict resolution, career advice and termination process
- Provided analysis from onboarding feedback, engagement surveys and Exit Interview with recommendations for HR process improvements
Talent Management Specialist
McDermott Inc.
09.2012 - 12.2015
- Managed the Global Graduate Engineer Development Program (GGDP) in the Middle East
- Managed the New Employee Orientation program and handled onboarding training plan with close coordination HR operations team
- Designed training plans with close coordination with Subject matter experts to bridge gaps identified through competency assessment analysis, performance appraisal and departmental requirements
- Designed and delivered various general trainings, and Invigilated Psychometric assessments
Business Analyst
Al Futtaim
02.2008 - 08.2012
- Provided business analytics for revenues, product movements and purchase orders
- Established KPIs for the various Divisions in agreement with the Senior Management
- Team lead for the material management team
- Trained Staff on SAP & Reporting Tools and represent SBU as the business owner in various IT implementation & improvement projects
Operations Executive
Emerchemie NB (Cey) Ltd
12.2005 - 10.2007
- Provide data driven analysis and forecasts areas wise, brand wise & distributor wise sales volumes enabling proactive critical business decisions
- Evaluation of new distributors & provide critical data required for appointing them
- Distributor Credit Control
- Co-ordinate with sales teams and distributors for smooth functioning
- Implemented & Managed Re-distribution Sales Analysis systems, both corporate & distributor end including training of distributor level users
- Managed & Implemented Marketing Data Analysis System
- Managed the Ware House Stock Management System
- Coordinated with IT Manager for IT restructuring process in the company
Education
MBA -
Cardiff Metropolitan University
Cardiff01.2017
BSc. -
University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Colombo01.2006
Skills
- Big data
- System upgrades
- User acceptance testing
- HR policies compliance
- Workflow optimization
- Software configuration
- Data migration
- Requirements gathering
Accomplishments
- McDermott IMPACTT Program Cohort
- Implemented Global HR Analytics Dashboard
Timeline
Principal HRIS Specialist
McDermott Inc.
09.2019 - Current
HR Business Partner
McDermott Inc.
01.2016 - 09.2019
Talent Management Specialist
McDermott Inc.
09.2012 - 12.2015
Business Analyst
Al Futtaim
02.2008 - 08.2012
Operations Executive
Emerchemie NB (Cey) Ltd
12.2005 - 10.2007
MBA -
Cardiff Metropolitan University
BSc. -
University of Sri Jayewardenepura
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