Accomplished People Operations Executive proactive in meeting company issues head-on with creative and innovative approach. Knowledgeable about changing industry and employment market demands. Expertise includes benefits administration, compensation structuring and recruitment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Founder/Chief People Officer
Max Retail
01.2017 - Current
Recruit top talent to maximize profitability.
Enhanced employee engagement by implementing innovative talent development programs and initiatives.
Increased retention rates by developing targeted recruitment strategies and comprehensive onboarding processes.
Foster a diverse and inclusive work environment, driving cultural change initiatives and promoting open communication.
Manage compensation and benefits programs to ensure market competitiveness, optimizing budget allocation for maximum impact.
Implemented performance management systems that drove productivity, resulting in higher employee satisfaction scores.
Developed comprehensive onboarding programs to ensure new hires'' successful integration into the company culture.
Develop comprehensive job descriptions for various positions, attracting high-quality candidates and ensuring a smooth onboarding process.
Built strong relationships with hiring managers through consistent communication, resulting in better understanding of their needs and more efficient candidate selection.
Conduct thorough interviews and assessments to identify top talent, ultimately increasing employee retention rates within the company.
Negotiate competitive salary packages and benefits for new hires, contributing to an improved employer brand image and increased employee satisfaction.
Co-Owner
Blessed Boutique
06.2018 - 10.2021
Oversaw administrative operations, including inventory, six employees, over 40 vendors and 6,000 customers.
Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Monitored performance and introduce new procedures to streamline administrative processes.
Held employee reviews every six months to ensure employees are meeting expectations.
Assessed sell-through data to improve future buying decisions.
Enhanced business operations by implementing efficient management strategies and streamlining processes.
Increased overall profitability by identifying cost-saving measures and optimizing resource allocation.
Developed a strong company culture, fostering teamwork and collaboration among staff members.
Collaborated with co-owner on strategic planning initiatives for long-term business success.
Managed day-to-day operations efficiently, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
Senior Talent Acquisition Executive
JBCStyle
06.2010 - 11.2016
Recruited top talent within the contemporary and designer wholesale sectors of the fashion industry; recruited and placed over 200 candidates from Executives through entry level talent.
Worked with CEO's and VP's of major fashion brands to improve hiring needs, operations and provide exceptional customer service.
Sourced, developed and maintained relationships with a diverse network of over 1,000 industry professionals.
Recruited all areas of positions including wholesale, design, production, retail, buying, planning and public relations.
Head-hunted high level executives for greater opportunities.
Screened potential candidates to establish if they met the clients' needs to complete full-cycle recruiting process, from resume review and submission, to coordination of client interviews, reference checking, employment offer, and closing.
Category Supervisor
PINK by Victoria's Secret/ Victoria's Secret
11.2008 - 06.2010
Oversaw the opening of two new flagship locations in Soho.
Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
Effectively allocated tasks during high-traffic times to keep operations running smoothly and employees focused.
Coached and trained employees on conflict resolution and developing deeper customer and peer relations.
Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing customer concerns promptly.
Boosted store sales through effective merchandising, product placement, and promotional displays.