Ebony L. Tate
Dallas,GA
Summary
Results-driven Multi Site Senior Human Resources Manager focused on standardizing and consolidating policies for a lean and effective HR department. Dedicated to strong employee relations and high job satisfaction for employees at all levels. Promoting a 15 year record of success cultivating positive and growth-focused work cultures to foster employee satisfaction and retention.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Owens & Minor
Kennesaw, GA
01.2022 - Current
- Promoted to support 4 VPs and 8 Directors in Inventory Control, Transportation, Corporate Operations and the Supplier Relations organizations
- Investigate and respond to complaints of harassment, discrimination, employee grievances and other sensitive issues
- Cultivate an environment of inclusiveness by mentoring and being an ally in various Teammate Resource Groups
- Integrated talent management process to include detailed analysis of potential talent gaps and development of career plans to identify and retain current talent and attract outside talent to the business
Senior Human Resources Manager
Owens & Minor
Kennesaw, GA
04.2019 - 01.2022
- Support the Mid Atlantic and Florida regions as a multi site business partner in the Distribution Medical Supply Chain sector (900 teammates)
- Educate leadership on successful policy implementation and enforcement actions to prevent employee legal entanglements
- Forecast expected personnel demands and developed forward-thinking approaches to achieve regional objectives
Human Resources Manager
DHL Supply Chain
Union City, GA
04.2018 - 04.2019
- Maintain company compliance with all local, state and federal laws, in addition to establishing organizational standards for Kraft Heinz and Mondelez (550 teammates)
- Monitor and handle all employee claims, including performance-based, workers compensation and harassment incidents
- Created and implemented initiatives to improve employee engagement which includes recognition schemes, community outreach and volunteerism
- Streamline HR efficiencies and provide Human Resources support for salaried and hourly associates including coaching, results oriented training, development and strategic planning
Human Resources Representative
Anthony International
Conyers, GA
01.2017 - 04.2018
- Deliver excellent employee service to more than 315 personnel in a manufacturing environment with new hire employee orientations, administration of group health plans, payroll, compensation, unemployment, separations, and promotions in multiple sites
- Process transactions in HRIS (ADP application) related to pay change, payroll, and other employee confidential information in order to maintain current employee information
- Increased employee volunteer participation by 75% through integration of community service into team culture
Store Manager
Bath and Body Works
Locust Grove, GA
11.2015 - 01.2017
- Promoted 2 Assistant Managers to Store Managers within 8 months
- Investigate associate relations issues, complaints, and/or charges generated through the company's open door policy. Reduced turnover by 40% and corrective actions by 80%
- Provide training to supervisory staff as needed to maintain 100% compliance
- Implemented marketing strategies which resulted in 60% conversion.
Human Resources Manager - District Resource
Target
McDonough, GA
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Provided guidance on policies and procedures to harmonize responses, provide appropriate investigation actions and reach resolution of grievances
- Enhanced team workflows and employee job satisfaction by coordinating communication between managers and employees
- Directed job fairs to bring in local talent for long term and seasonal positions
- Updated training processes by reviewing existing documentation, leveraging feedback from associates, and working with legal and compliance teams.
Human Resources Manager
Target
McDonough, GA
10.2007 - 10.2012
- Human Resources Business Partner in a Super Target Big Box location responsible for staffing, development, succession planning, training, employee relations, workers compensation, employee and legal compliance
- Optimized district performance by strategically recruiting, hiring, and building a results focused team, including accurately forecasting sales and payroll to ensure proper staffing at peak times and maximize efficiencies
- Promoted 23 employees, helping the district fill 4 executive and 19 department management positions through integration of succession planning for 2014-2015 fiscal years
Customer Service Manager
Target
McDonough, GA
05.2006 - 10.2007
- Elevated guest satisfaction scores from 59% to 88% by ensuring swift resolution of guest concerns to preserve guest loyalty while complying with company policies
- Reduced turnover by 50%, benchmarking a record setting improvement in staff retention due to the success of employee development and morale building programs
- Facilitated training for 20 new in role Target Executives as a Business College trainer
- Met with executive team members weekly to improve workload-planning processes, and make revisions reacting to current business trends. Delivered 97% timely execution of planograms & promotions
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZAssociate of Science - Sign Language Interpreter Technology
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MSSkills
- Strategic thinker
- Microsoft Suite
- Teamwork / Collaboration
- HRIS / Oracle / ADP / Workday
- Change management
- EEO understanding
- Succession planning
- Policy Development
- Labor relations
- Compensation and benefits
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Employee Feedback and Recognition
Certification
Notary Public
DDI Facilitator Certification
Timeline
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Owens & Minor
01.2022 - Current
Senior Human Resources Manager
Owens & Minor
04.2019 - 01.2022
Human Resources Manager
DHL Supply Chain
04.2018 - 04.2019
Human Resources Representative
Anthony International
01.2017 - 04.2018
Store Manager
Bath and Body Works
11.2015 - 01.2017
Human Resources Manager - District Resource
Target
01.2012 - 01.2015
Human Resources Manager
Target
10.2007 - 10.2012
Customer Service Manager
Target
05.2006 - 10.2007
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Associate of Science - Sign Language Interpreter Technology
Hinds Community College