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JENNIFER TAUTFEST

Rockwall,TX

Summary

Accomplished Human Resources Executive proactive in meeting company issues head-on with creative and innovative approach. Knowledgeable about changing industry and employment market demands. Expertise includes benefits administration, compensation structuring and recruitment.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Human Resources Site Head

Novartis Pharmaceuticals
, California
06.2012 - Current
  • Liaised with employees at all levels, including C-Suite leadership, to improve communication and execute human resources strategies throughout a matrix organization consisting of four legal entities and six domains.
  • Streamlined HR efficiencies and streamlined complaint response management by providing guidance on policies and ensuring appropriate and accurate investigation processes.
  • Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
  • Executed on-time, under-budget project management on complex issues for senior leadership while supporting sales planning initiatives.
  • Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement.
  • Provided guidance on policies and procedures to harmonize responses, provide appropriate investigation actions and reach resolution of grievances.
  • Reduced process gaps while supervising employees to achieve optimal productivity.

Area Sales Manager

Novartis Pharmaceuticals
, Texas
06.2002 - Current


  • Exceeded targets by building, directing and motivating high-performing sales team.
  • Hired, trained and managed 20+ person sales staff and administered and implemented compensation plan to support area sales goals.
  • Established strong relationships with major accounts and key decision-makers to increase sales in designated territory.
  • Collaborated with vendors and built effective partnerships devoted to capitalizing on emerging and sustainable sales opportunities.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Communications

University of Houston
Houston, TX
02.1997 - 05.2000

Skills

Sales team supervision

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Awards

20 Year Novartis Service Award

Diversity and Inclusion National President’s Award | NOVARTIS

District Manager of the Year, National Award | NOVARTIS

MVP Award | NOVARTIS

Directors Award | NOVARTIS

Performance Frontier Leadership Award | NOVARTIS

President’s Club Winner | NOVARTIS

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Quote

The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney

Timeline

Human Resources Site Head

Novartis Pharmaceuticals
06.2012 - Current

Area Sales Manager

Novartis Pharmaceuticals
06.2002 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Business Communications

University of Houston
02.1997 - 05.2000

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