Proactive and dependable leader offering 15 years of combined experience in training, operations, and human resources. Professional with extensive leadership experience in staff development, process and productivity improvements, performance management, and curriculum design. Achievements include improving employee performance, and morale and reducing problems with implementing high-quality training programs.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Training Manager
Ross Stores
06.2021 - Current
Conducts Monthly IDP meetings with training supervisors and trainers. (Promoted multiple hourly associates to leadership due to guidance)
Consistently monitors and analyzes new hire performance data and provides the support needed to meet company performance expectations which we have achieved this year.
Ensures the new hire training processes resulted in employee retention by supporting HR Associate Surveys, Conducting Concierge Surveys to asses onboarding opportunities.
Recommends procedural training and process changes to Senior Leadership and also leads all engineering and training projects.
Supports strengthening the talent and culture of SITs, Interns, and MITs by effectively executing leadership onboarding and development training programs.
Facilitates leadership development workshops, fostering an environment of growth and self-improvement among management team members.
Oversees and manages the agency/ Ross direct associates training program.
Supports associates by gathering new hire survey results to execute an action plan to ensure a pro-associate culture and a positive onboarding experience.
As a Supply Chain DEI Champion, ICollaborate with HRD and Supply Chain DEI Council Members to ensure DEI is promoted.
Coordinates with VP and HRD to ensure diversity celebration/commemoration events are planned and well-executed.
Effectively communicates huddle announcements, procedural updates, and DEI incentives to supply chain associates and exempts.
Collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop customized training solutions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
Training Supervisor
Ross Stores Inc.
02.2012 - 06.2021
Evaluated the success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
Updated employees and exempts with the latest policies, procedures, and compliance standards.
Assessed new employee skills and strengths to provide customized training.
Collaborated with company leaders and department managers to determine training needs.
Assessed skill gaps for exempt employees in several Ross Stores Supply chain locations and developed training courses to meet identified needs.
Planned and deployed training programs for engineering procedures and activities.
Conducted exempt technical and leadership training.
Participated in cross-functional DC projects to provide subject matter expertise.
Responsible for determining effective training methods for associates, and updated changes in training materials.
Operations Supervisor
Ross Stores Inc
03.2014 - 06.2017
Oversaw daily department operations, including supply chain processes, and supervised up to 60 employees.
Ensured rapid, accurate movement and processing of merchandise using established engineered methods and standards.
Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations target current business conditions and forecast needs.
Utilized MAP (Managing Associate Performance) process to assess, motivate, coach, and evaluate associate performance.
Organized and prioritized daily work orders and staffing needs to meet production goals.
Responsible for creating an effective team culture that recognizes individual and team performance, while maintaining issue free environment.
Enforced policies and safety regulations.
Conducted disciplinary meetings regarding job performance with associates, in compliance with company policies and procedures, including separation processes.
Fostered a safe and positive work environment for hourly associates.
Human Resources Representative
DMSI Staffing/ MJO Staffing
02.2008 - 02.2012
Reduced employee conflicts through proactive mediation and conflict resolution strategies.
Maintained optimal staffing levels by tracking vacancies and turnover.
Key business partner to employees, managers, directors, and senior leaders to promote HR practices and strategies to enable delivery of business goals.
Assisted senior management with making key decisions by developing and submitting performance and compensation reports with status updates and improvement recommendations.
Improved customer service rankings by quickly resolving issues to improve overall satisfaction.
Enhanced employee satisfaction by implementing effective HR policies and procedures.
Ensured legal compliance in all HR practices, minimizing potential liabilities for the organization.
Created a positive work environment by addressing employee concerns promptly and professionally.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Administration - International Business
California State University
San Bernardino, CA
12.2020
Skills
Drive for Results
Effective Communication
Integrity & Trust
Collaboration
Employee Relations
Performance Management
Human Resources
Adaptive Learning
Data Analysis
Relationship Building
Staff Development Plans
Leadership Training and Development
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Training Manager
Ross Stores
06.2021 - Current
Operations Supervisor
Ross Stores Inc
03.2014 - 06.2017
Training Supervisor
Ross Stores Inc.
02.2012 - 06.2021
Human Resources Representative
DMSI Staffing/ MJO Staffing
02.2008 - 02.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Administration - International Business