LaKaysha L. Batiste
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Strategic Project & HR Advisor with 7+ years of experience leading enterprise-level initiatives in workforce planning, employee engagement, and organizational improvement. Proven ability to partner with HR, Finance, IT, and senior leadership to deliver data-driven solutions that enhance performance, compliance, and employee experience. Skilled in program management, metrics reporting, policy-aligned execution, and advising leadership on strategic workforce and process improvements. Fluent in Spanish and French (advanced). Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM).
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Amazon Fulfillment Center
Baton Rouge, LA
01.2022 - 11.2025
- Led workforce operations for 300+ employees, ensuring compliance with HR policies, safety regulations, and performance standards.
- Acted as a strategic HR advisor to site leadership, analyzing workforce metrics and engagement indicators to inform staffing and retention strategies.
- Managed multiple programs focused on employee performance, development, and engagement, delivering initiatives on time and within scope.
- Oversaw workforce planning, scheduling, and performance evaluations to optimize labor and maintain compliance with internal policies.
- Partnered cross-functionally with HR, Safety, Finance, and Operations to align people strategies with organizational goals.
- Developed leadership coaching and employee development initiatives, improving retention, engagement, and readiness.
- Prepared performance dashboards and reports for leadership, highlighting workforce trends, risks, and improvement recommendations.
Project Manager
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Led cross-departmental projects supporting HR-adjacent initiatives, policy alignment, and operational improvements.
- Managed project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring deliverables were completed on time and within scope.
- Conducted organizational and process analyses, implementing workflow improvements that reduced errors by 30% and improved efficiency by 20%.
- Partnered with leadership and internal stakeholders to enhance internal service delivery and employee experience.
- Trained and coached staff on compliance, process standards, and best practices.
- Prepared formal project reports and presentations for leadership decision-making.
Education
Master of Science - Management
Ohio University
12.2023
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies - undefined
Louisiana State University
01.2020
Skills
- Strategic Program & Project Management
- HR Program Support & Workforce Planning
- Employee Engagement & Performance Management
- Policy & Process Development
- Organizational Analysis & Metrics Reporting
- QDM / KPI Management
- Cross-Functional Stakeholder Consulting
- Process Automation & Continuous Improvement
- Advanced Spanish & French Communication
Languages
Spanish: Advanced (Written & Spoken)
French: Advanced (Written & Spoken)
HR & Strategic Projects
- Workforce planning and performance evaluation programs
- Employee engagement and retention initiatives
- Policy-aligned program execution and process optimization
- Metrics, KPI, and leadership reporting dashboards
- HR internal consulting and advisory support
Timeline
Operations Manager
Amazon Fulfillment Center
01.2022 - 11.2025
Project Manager
Louisiana State University
01.2018 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies - undefined
Louisiana State University
Master of Science - Management
Ohio University