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MARGARET BUTTON

MARGARET BUTTON

Dallas,TX

Summary

Using Data Lead Methodology to develop & implement long-term initiatives, aligned to operational strategy & goals. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director / Head of HR

Car Spa, Inc
09.2022 - 08.2023
  • Lead HR team and oversee all aspects of human resources practices and processes, including full budget responsibility for all HR expenses. Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations. Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Responsible for aligning HR operations with business goals, developing and implementing HR strategies and initiatives, and ensuring high-quality HR service delivery for a workforce of 400 employees across 15 retail stores in 5 states
  • Consolidated budget for HR expenses at both corporate and store level, establishing control of duplicative expenses, like recruiting services
  • Reallocated significant vendor investments to improve ROI on expenditures. Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors for reduced costs and improved service quality.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas. Established proactive HR Budget planning and review processes
  • Manage HR projects from initiation to closure, including accurately predicting, monitoring and reporting project budgets/costs, time lines, tasks and issues that may impact the project goals to client or to internal senior management, as appropriate
  • Implement significant self-funded health plan changes, including modifications for ERISA compliance and employee satisfaction
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization. Establish key performance indicators and continuous improvement activities for HR functions such as recruiting, onboarding, personnel actions, benefit changes, and retention.
  • Manage the transition from paper-based to web-based HR systems, including employee self-service and manager self-service, and integrate the HRIS (ADP) as the system of record
  • Achieve significant results in reducing turnover, improving retention, and increasing employee engagement and satisfaction
  • Reduced turnover from 20% per month 2018 – 2022, to 12% in the Q1 & Q2 2023
  • Improved Retention (Average Length of Service) for new hires from less than 30 days average to more than 90 days average, 5 year average per year to 2023 average to date
  • Reduced “No Show Starts” by 50% YoY
  • Establish and monitor recruiting processes and metrics, including requisition and candidate management, and ensure accountability and compliance
  • Reduce the average time to hire from 60+ days to 12 days
  • Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs using Articulate 360 tools such as Rise 360 and StoryLine, and Agile content development methods. Implement a state-of-the-art learning management system (Acorn) to provide a consistent, hybrid (web and learning-by-doing) learning experience for all employees
  • Convert paper filing system to electronic employee files, stored by employee reduce storage requirements by 2,680 sq.ft and recycle more than 4,400 lbs of paper.

Corp HR Process Analyst

Eagle Materials
01.2019 - 06.2022
  • (9/2021 – 6/2022 Acting as Director of HR, reporting directly to the CFO) Responsible for identifying and implementing long-term HR initiatives that support our business objectives and enhance our organizational performance
  • Consultative support to align HR processes with business needs for a diverse and dispersed workforce of 2500 employees across 20 multi-location operations in 4 industries
  • Collaborated closely with stakeholders during each phase of project planning and execution for maximum buy-in and success rate.
  • Manage all aspects of HR functions such as recruiting, onboarding, personnel actions, benefit changes, timekeeping, overtime management, retention, retirement, and union relations
  • Named Plan Administrator for all ERISA plans (401k, deferred comp, health, etc.) Establish key performance indicators and continuous improvement activities for HR functions and monitor their effectiveness and efficiency
  • Delivered successful process improvement initiatives, resulting in reduced cycle times and increased productivity.
  • Manage the transition from paper-based to web-based HR systems, including employee self-service and manager self-service, and integrate the HRIS as the system of record
  • Integrate acquisition companies into our benefits programs, HRIS, and HR policies
  • Offboard divested companies, either to new ownership or to plant closure
  • Manage HR projects from initiation to closure, including accurately predicting, monitoring and reporting project budgets/costs, time lines, tasks and issues that may impact the project goals to client or to internal senior management, as appropriate
  • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to HR matters.

HR Consultant

HumCap, LP
10.2006 - 08.2018
  • Provide operational management, strategic guidance and functional leadership for the full spectrum of start-up HR operations, processes and programs
  • Partnered with business leaders to align HR strategy with organizational goals, driving company growth and success.
  • Responsible for delivering high-quality HR solutions to our clients, ranging from VC and board presentations, valuation audits and post-purchase transitions, to departmental leadership or support
  • Work with companies under 1000 employees in various industries and sectors
  • Manage the full cycle of benefits administration, including financial analysis and program administration, evaluating and implementing options such as level funding, EPO, HSA, HRA, GAP Deductible plans, and ACA compliance strategies, while also ensuring ACA reporting and ERISA compliance
  • Manage HR projects from initiation to closure, including accurately predicting, monitoring and reporting project budgets/costs, time lines, tasks and issues that may impact the project goals to client or to internal senior management, as appropriate
  • Demonstrated successful project outcomes such as: Converting pay periods for a $19M company from semi-monthly, current, to semi-monthly 1 week in arrears
  • Reducing SUTA Rate by 35% over 2 years, resulting in a 15% reduction in taxes paid on $2.6M in wages
  • Reducing turnover and associated costs, from 49% in 2013 to 6% in 2017
  • This allowed for real manpower growth of 9% in 2017 rather than the previous replenishment rate of 35% in 2013
  • Responding to an EEO complaint of ADA discrimination resulting in an outright dismissal of the case prior to mediation
  • Implementing HRIS features in various systems such as ADP (150 ees), UltiPro (900 ees), PayChex (100 ees), PayCor (200 ees), ExponentHR (75 ees), SwipeClock (75 ees), Attendance on Demand (50 ees), and Paylocity (150 ees), among others
  • Modules implemented include payroll, timekeeping, on-boarding, performance management, and benefits management
  • Perform daily, on-going HR responsibilities such as: HR compliance, EEO, sexual harassment, ADA, FLSA, I9 audits Job analysis and role definition, internal and external equity assessments, compensation planning Employee relations, recognition, training and development Payroll, compensation, performance management Benefits (including ERISA compliant plan development), FMLA, workers’ compensation Recruiting, interviewing, hiring and staffing Policy and procedure development and revision including handbooks, management guides and policies to meet current workplace demands, e.g
  • Flextime, Telecommuting, Arbitration, and Bonus Plans
  • Investigation, progressive discipline, orderly termination and unemployment

Education

Bachelor's Degree -

Austin College
Sherman, TX

Skills

  • 15 years of experience in human resources management, including in the manufacturing, engineering, technology, and retail sectors
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
  • Excellent knowledge of HR best practices, laws, and regulations, including UGESP, ERISA, Title VII, NLRA, Data privacy and security, Immigration, FLSA & State Pay Laws, OSHA/MSHA & State safety laws
  • Experience in creating and delivering online courses using Articulate 360 tools
  • Experience in managing multi-location operations, union relations, acquisitions, and divestitures
  • Experience in using various HRIS systems and web-based HR tools, web-based HR tools (ADP, UKG, PayChex, PayCom, Workforce, PayCor, ExponentHR, SwipeClock, Attendance on Demand, Paylocity, Acorn, Docebo)
  • Proven leadership skills and ability to manage a team of HR professionals and collaborate with senior management and stakeholders
  • Proven skills and expertise in all areas of HR functions and processes
  • Proven project management in technology implementations, change management and process improvement, including overall planning, execution, monitoring and control, risk management, communication planning, stakeholder management, quality management, team management, and outcome assessment, using Monday, Trello, SmartSheet
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Certification

PHR Certified

Affiliations

  • Society for Human Resources Management
  • Dallas Human Resources Management Association

Quote

“Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.”
Albert Schweitzer

Accomplishments

Awarded the GSNETX Order of the Pearl in recognition of dedicated volunteerism, having reached and surpassed the highest troop level award, the Golden Wings. In the words of Council Staff, “We are grateful for your length of service and the positive impact you have made on the lives of many girl scouts.”

Awarded the GSNETX Volunteer of Excellence in recognition of consistent outstanding service to at least one GS Service Unit or program delivery audience in a way that furthers the achievement of the Council’s goals.

Interests

Girl Scouts and particularly the girl led outdoor experience

Timeline

Director / Head of HR

Car Spa, Inc
09.2022 - 08.2023

Corp HR Process Analyst

Eagle Materials
01.2019 - 06.2022

HR Consultant

HumCap, LP
10.2006 - 08.2018

Bachelor's Degree -

Austin College

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