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Elizabeth Sheldon

Medina,OH

Summary

Dynamic Human Resources Assistant with a proven track record at U.S. Cotton, skilled in office administration and collaborative communication. Committed to fostering a productive workplace through strategic problem-solving and team collaboration.

Work History

Human Resources Assistant

U.S.Cotton
2013 - 2025
  • Supports overall recruiting function's by assisting with hiring needs and onboarding activities i.e. phone screening, interview scheduling, back ground checks for prospective candidates.
  • Facilitates New Hire Orientation and Welcome Tours to ensure smooth onboarding.
  • Provides administrative support in payroll reporting i.e. vacation and temp labor invoices.
  • Monitor employee attendance and performance to verify punctuality and absences, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Serves as the primary point of contact for employee leave inquiries, providing guidance on eligibility, required documentation and the leave process.
  • Help employees register for benefits programs using online portals.

Assistant Product Manager

American Greetings, Inc.
2010 - 2012
  • Developed growth strategies to deliver $10 million in incremental sales. Achieved this by developing three new category extensions including Back-to-School Decal Program, Christmas Decal program and Target See Spot Save Christmas Test Program.
  • Conducted market research to identify new opportunities and target markets.
  • Streamlined internal processes for improved efficiency in product development and launch.

Category Manager

CarltonCards Retail, Inc.
1995 - 2009
  • Developed and managed strategic planning, sales, margins and inventory for $45 million gift categories including collectibles, home decor, memory keeping, candles and verbal plaques for a 430 store chain

Associate Buyer

Carlton Cards Retail, INC
1993 - 1995
  • Developed and managed strategic planning, sales, margins and inventory for $18 million gift categories including baby, wedding, water globes, musicals, plaques, frames and animals.

Assistant Buyer

Carlton Cards Retail, Inc.
1990 - 1993
  • Assisted in managing the strategic planning, sales, margins and inventory for $40 million gift categories.

Assistant Buyer

Jo-Ann Stores, Inc.
1989 - 1990

Manager

The Limited, Division of Limited Brands, Inc.
1986 - 1989

Education

BS, Merchandising

The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH

Skills

  • Office administration
  • Employee Relations
  • Effective team contributor
  • Collaborative communication skills

Timeline

Human Resources Assistant

U.S.Cotton
2013 - 2025

Assistant Product Manager

American Greetings, Inc.
2010 - 2012

Category Manager

CarltonCards Retail, Inc.
1995 - 2009

Associate Buyer

Carlton Cards Retail, INC
1993 - 1995

Assistant Buyer

Carlton Cards Retail, Inc.
1990 - 1993

Assistant Buyer

Jo-Ann Stores, Inc.
1989 - 1990

Manager

The Limited, Division of Limited Brands, Inc.
1986 - 1989

BS, Merchandising

The Ohio State University
Elizabeth Sheldon