Margaret Mills
Buford,GA
Summary
Dynamic HR leader with over 14 years of experience in enhancing organizational performance, driving culture transformation, and developing leadership capabilities in global, multi-division settings. Expertise in leading post-acquisition integrations and crafting comprehensive people programs that align with business objectives. Proven track record in advising senior executives on navigating complex workforce challenges and fostering an agile, high-performing organizational culture. Committed to leveraging strategic insights to empower teams and elevate overall business success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Manager, Human Resources
Global Industrial Company
01.2025 - 01.2026
- HR Business Partner to four divisions directly supporting 400+ associates across Global Industrial Company
- Lead HR integration for newly acquired Service Delivery division, overseeing change management, leadership alignment, and employee relations, aligning over 100 employees across 30 states
- Advise senior leaders on workforce planning, talent strategy, organizational structure, and performance management enabling 12% productivity increase
- Designed and launched the company’s first enterprise-wide mentorship program, across 3 countries, to strengthen leadership pipeline and engagement
- Provide executive-level counsel on complex employee relations, ensuring consistent, compliant, and business-aligned outcomes with zero legal escalations
Manager, Human Resources
Global Industrial Company
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Led full-scope HR operations for a major Georgia site, partnering with Operations, Finance, Sales, Customer Experience, and Safety
- Conducted complex employee relations investigations, mediation, and corrective actions aligned with policy and employment law
- Served as strategic advisor to leadership during organizational change, performance challenges, and workforce planning
- Spearheaded creation and formal launch of the organization’s inaugural mentorship program at enterprise level
Human Resources Generalist
Global Industrial Company
03.2017 - 12.2021
- Administered FMLA, ADA, and Workers’ Compensation programs, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation
- Led benefits administration including Open Enrollment for 1,800+ employees across the enterprise
- Implemented and managed Federal Compliance Learning Management System (LMS)
Branch Manager
Mobile Staff Solutions
01.2011 - 01.2017
Manager, HR & Recruiting
NexxLinx
GA
01.2011 - 01.2017
HR Generalist
NexxLinx
NC
01.2011 - 01.2017
Education
Associate of Arts - Fire Service Technology
Las Positas College
SHRM–Senior Certified Professional Certification - undefined
SHRM
Disney’s Approach to Leadership Excellence - undefined
Disney Institute
Strategic HR Business Partner Certification - undefined
HCI
Employee Relations and Investigations Certification - undefined
Cornell University
Skills
- Executive HR Business Partnering
- Organizational & Change Management
- Post-Acquisition Integration
- Employee & Labor Relations
- Employment Law Compliance
- Leadership Development
Certification
SHRM-SCP
Personal Information
Title: Senior Human Resources Leader
Timeline
Senior Manager, Human Resources
Global Industrial Company
01.2025 - 01.2026
Manager, Human Resources
Global Industrial Company
01.2022 - 12.2024
Human Resources Generalist
Global Industrial Company
03.2017 - 12.2021
Branch Manager
Mobile Staff Solutions
01.2011 - 01.2017
Manager, HR & Recruiting
NexxLinx
01.2011 - 01.2017
HR Generalist
NexxLinx
01.2011 - 01.2017
SHRM–Senior Certified Professional Certification - undefined
SHRM
Disney’s Approach to Leadership Excellence - undefined
Disney Institute
Strategic HR Business Partner Certification - undefined
HCI
Employee Relations and Investigations Certification - undefined
Cornell University
Associate of Arts - Fire Service Technology
Las Positas College