Results-driven Senior Human Resources Manager focused on standardizing and consolidating policies for lean and effective HR department. Dedicated to strong employee relations and high job satisfaction for workers at all levels. Promoting ten-year record of success cultivating positive and growth-focused work cultures to foster employee satisfaction and retention.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
SR. HR Manager
Lacoste
07.2020 - 04.2023
Oversee the retail HR operations for the United States, 80 retail locations, 26 states of operation, wholesale business
Business partners to include 2 Retail Vice Presidents, 7 Market Leaders and 800 retail field employees
Work with the HR global function located in France to ensure execution of broader strategies within the US market
Oversee performance management and talent succession plan
Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the leadership team to develop business solutions, programs, and policies
Build employee engagement through feedback, engagement and pulse surveys
Support leadership in building action plans to drive an employee-focused culture
Store visits with the leadership team to better understand store needs
HR Manager
Blue Apron
08.2019 - 07.2020
Provided all facets of Human Resources and Labor advice to Senior Leadership staff in ensuring associate-related issues are addressed appropriately, including coaching and counseling on performance management issues and conflict resolutions for the entire 900 + employee population with 24-hour operating fulfillment facility
Manages and executes Employee Relations matters, including investigating issues, providing coaching to employees and manager
Manage all day-to-day HR responsibilities, including salary/bonus planning, staffing, off-boarding, performance management, reporting, and analytics
Create strong relationships with employees at all levels, improve working relationships, increase employee engagement and improve associate retention
Partner with management on all activities including performance management, compensation, organization support, talent acquisition, learning and development
Manage employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, life, disability, and wellness program
Provide managers and supervisors with interpretation and guidance regarding HR policies, legal and compliance matters to ensure fair and consistent application
Counsels and advises on the administration of specific employment laws including federal and state labor laws.
Associate Relations Manager
Bed Bath & Beyond (left Due To Downsizing)
06.2018 - 07.2019
Provided all facets of Human Resources and Labor advice to Field HR and Senior Leadership staff in ensuring associate-related issues are addressed appropriately, including coaching and counseling on performance management issues and conflict resolutions for all retail and non-retail locations
Execution and alignment on field support restructure
Directed investigation of EEOC claims, in partnership with legal counsel, wrote and submitted responses
Created and executed severance financials, then submitted to payroll for processing
Assisted in the planning and development of HR programs
Provided support during launch of HR Call Center.
Human Resource Business Partner
Diesel
10.2015 - 06.2018
Partner with line executives and management to proactively address business issues related to workforce development, employee engagement and productively
Responsibility includes providing advice and counsel on multiple initiatives, maximizing all HR programs and cycles, and recommending solutions to complex employee relations and HR issues
Partner with other HR functions to drive and leverage all HR programs, including performance management, compensation, employee development, succession planning, workforce optimization, staffing and benefits
Prepared and conducted on-going training for the organization on key issues and trends such as: remote team building, creating a high-performance culture, employee engagement, performance management, and handling difficult conversations
Effectively manage multiple resource actions, reducing headcount 3-8% per year
Create talent management plans to align with short- and long-term strategic plans
Partnered with leadership to resolve complex employee relations issues; conducted effective and thorough investigations, keeping all cases out of litigation
Recruitment and hiring for senior management positions in the retail field
Human Resources Generalist - Retail Field
PVH
09.2008 - 10.2015
Responsible for 15 retail locations (approximately 1500 employees) throughout the US
Assisted managers with employee relations by following progressive discipline policies
Processed Workers Compensation Case Management, Unemployment Claims and hearings
Prepared the department for new store location openings
Processed terminations, leave of absence requests, promotions, internal transfers, and new hires
Managed HRIS and compiled reports from database
Coordinated administration of FMLA and Workers’ compensation
Communicated, prepared for and enrolled employees in company benefits plans
Processed severance paperwork and provided cost estimates to field management and accounting.