Kim Gries
EVANSVILLE,IN
Summary
Accomplished Director of Human Resources with over 10 years of experience developing managers, supervisors, and team members to achieve strategic growth initiatives. Possesses extensive knowledge of HR operations at all levels of the organization, effectively overseeing and optimizing human capital functions. Big-picture mindset and confident approach to people management. Dedicated 'employee owner' prioritizing results and actively driving company growth and development. Known for natural leadership abilities and exceptional relationship-building skills, possesses a strategic vision aligned with organizational objectives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Director
SIGMA Group
02.2024 - Current
- Maintain company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Process employee claims involving performance issues, harassment, other
- Oversees annual performance review process/succession planning, providing guidance to managers.
- Manages workforce planning initiatives, ensuring appropriate staffing levels across departments while minimizing costs - strategic partner
- Champions change management projects, effectively communicating new policies or processes throughout organization.
- Evaluates HR metrics regularly to assess program effectiveness and make data-driven decisions for continuous process improvement.
- Participate at strategic and operational level to develop and strengthen human resources services, relationships and mission.
Human Resources Manager
SIGMA Group
04.2021 - 02.2024
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business goals and objectives.
- Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
- Provided expert guidance on labor laws and regulations, mitigating legal risks for organization.
- Regularly analyzed workforce trends to proactively address potential skill gaps or staffing needs.
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Energy Systems Group (ESG)
03.2018 - 04.2021
- Oversaw employee engagement surveys and action plans, addressing areas of concern proactively to improve satisfaction rates.
- Provided updates on HR policy changes to employees to satisfy compliance and state laws.
- Managed complex employee relations issues, resulting in more engaged and harmonious work environment.
- Implemented succession planning initiatives to ensure continuity of leadership within organization.
- Administered robust performance management systems that identified high performers for promotion opportunities and succession planning and accountability for underperforming employees.
- Evaluated and updated HR policies to stay current with industry best practices, ensuring company remained competitive in marketplace.
- Coached managers on effective communication techniques, promoting greater transparency within organization.
Human Resources Business Partner
Energy Systems Group (ESG)
02.2015 - 03.2018
- Coached managers on effective employee relations strategies to address workplace conflicts proactively.
- Developed and delivered comprehensive training programs, improving employees'' skills and productivity.
- Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
- Managed full cycle of recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new employees.
- Partnered with senior leaders on organizational development initiatives for continued growth.
Human Resources Coordinator
Move2Perform
10.2010 - 01.2015
- Administered bi-weekly payroll, quarterly reporting to parent company and profit share reports
- Assisted with marketing efforts, social media administration and facilitating large customer/prospect symposiums
- Served as central point of contact for all vendors, customers, employees and executive management/owners
- Maintained human resources information system and kept employee files up to date and accurate.
- Supported HR functions with emphasis on record keeping, data entry, and general HR tasks.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Business Communications
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN01.1994
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Human Capital Management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- People Analytics
- ADP Workforce Now, BambooHR, Salesforce, Trax, Swipeclock
- Labor Relations/Union Negotiations
- Organizational Development & Compliance
- Recruitment strategy
- Compensation and benefits
- HR Policies Implementation
- Human Resources Management
Timeline
Human Resources Director
SIGMA Group
02.2024 - Current
Human Resources Manager
SIGMA Group
04.2021 - 02.2024
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Energy Systems Group (ESG)
03.2018 - 04.2021
Human Resources Business Partner
Energy Systems Group (ESG)
02.2015 - 03.2018
Human Resources Coordinator
Move2Perform
10.2010 - 01.2015
Bachelor's Degree - Business Communications
University of Southern Indiana
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