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MELISSA WINTERS
Southeast Wisconsin
Summary
HR leader with extensive experience in retail, sales, corporate office, distribution, and manufacturing. Expertise in talent management and employee engagement, with a proven track record in strategic planning and change management. Successfully drives organizational growth and fosters inclusivity through effective conflict resolution and training program development. Committed to achieving exceptional results through collaboration and innovative solutions.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
SHRM-CP Certification
1
1
PHR Certification
Work History
Sr. Manager, Human Resources Business Partner
Cosmoprof Beauty/Division of Sally Beauty Holdings, Inc.
11.2012 - 03.2025
- Supported HR initiatives for industry-leading B2B wholesale division across multiple US states, Puerto Rico, and Canada.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to align employee engagement strategies with business objectives.
- Managed talent through talent reviews, performance appraisals, succession planning, and recruitment for senior management positions.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Facilitated team meetings and workshops to align on goals and strategies.
- Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
- Developed and implemented strategic business plans to drive growth and profitability.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures across all business units.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired HRBPs to supply knowledge of company policies and processes.
- Planned and executed organization-wide change management strategies.
- Recognized by senior leadership for providing exceptional collaboration and support.
- Advised senior leadership on HR policies and human resources issues.
- Developed integrated solutions to enhance business literacy regarding financial positions and culture.
- Acted as ambassador for company values and diversity initiatives, promoting inclusivity.
- Proactively communicated needs with HR departments to address operational challenges.
HR Generalist
Rheinmetall
01.2011 - 12.2012
- Delivered comprehensive human resources and operational support within manufacturing environment.
- Executed staffing, compensation, and organizational development initiatives for enhanced workforce effectiveness.
- Coordinated employee recognition programs to boost morale and reward outstanding performance.
- Conducted interviews and onboarding processes for all manufacturing positions across two locations.
- Implemented employee relations strategies to foster an environment promoting individual and team success.
- Partnered with business leadership to enhance performance management and address performance issues proactively.
- Resolved complex employee relations challenges through thorough investigation and corrective action recommendations.
- Managed recruitment processes, including job postings, candidate screening, and interviews, ensuring timely and efficient hiring.
- Provided guidance to managers on employee relations issues.
- Maintained accurate records of personnel data in the HRIS system.
- Organized staff events such as team building activities, holiday parties.
HR Associate Relations Coordinator
Aerial Beauty Supply
01.2004 - 12.2010
- Company Overview: Privately owned wholesale distributor's corporate office and distribution centers
- Assist in the development, implementation, and coordination of policies and programs relating to all HR functions for a privately owned wholesale distributor's corporate office and distribution centers
- Assist in the interview process of Field Leaders throughout 12 states, hourly corporate associates and distribution center
- Work closely with Department Managers in relation to associate performance issues and the resolution of those issues
- Prepare internal job postings, classified ads and conduct employee onboarding
- Coordinate various public relations programs such as annual United Way Fund Drive, YMCA Corporate Challenge, and Adopt-A-Family programs
- Analyze and prepare data for completion of various monthly, quarterly, and annual reports
- Plan and organize employee engagement events including luncheons and annual parties
- Prepare annual HR operational budgets
- Managed employee separation processes, including exit interviews and termination paperwork, ensuring a smooth transition.
Education
Commercial And Advertising Art
Gogebic Community College
Skills
- Talent management and leadership development
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Human resources management
- Conflict resolution and change management
- Employee engagement and coaching
- Training development and succession planning
- Strategic planning and project management
- Diversity and inclusion initiatives
- Cross-functional leadership
- Complex problem-solving and decision-making
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Documentation and reporting expertise
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Partnership development and relationship building
- Reliability and professionalism
- Data-driven decision making
- Analytical skills
- Process optimization
Certification
- PROFESSIONAL IN HUMAN RESOURCES (PHR), HUMAN RESOURCES CERTIFICATION INSTITUTE
- SHRM CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL (SHRM-CP), SOCIETY FOR HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
- CALIPER ESSENTIALS CERTIFICATION, CALIPER CORPORATION
References
References available upon request.
Work Availability
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
HybridRemoteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time off401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingSoftware
Languages
English
Native language
Timeline
Sr. Manager, Human Resources Business Partner
Cosmoprof Beauty/Division of Sally Beauty Holdings, Inc.
11.2012 - 03.2025
HR Generalist
Rheinmetall
01.2011 - 12.2012
HR Associate Relations Coordinator
Aerial Beauty Supply
01.2004 - 12.2010
Commercial And Advertising Art
Gogebic Community College
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