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Nakeha Taylor

Zebulon,NC

Summary

Diligent Human Resources Manager with comprehensive experience in managing all facets of human resources functions including recruitment, employee relations, and compliance. Demonstrated success in fostering positive work environment and implementing effective HR policies that support organizational goals. Proven ability to leverage communication and conflict resolution skills to enhance team dynamics and drive employee engagement.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Human Resources Manager

The Budd Group
02.2020 - Current
  • Develop and execute HR strategies to support business objectives, including talent acquisition, employee development, and performance management.
  • Streamline HR processes through cross-functional collaboration to improve operational efficiency.
  • Establish strong relationships with key stakeholders to foster collaboration across departments and functions.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws through diligent policy management.
  • Create open lines of communication between HR department and employees for timely resolution of issues or concerns.
  • Facilitate leadership development through targeted training programs and mentorship opportunities.
  • Provide ongoing support to managers in areas such as performance management, conflict resolution, and coaching techniques.
  • Utilize compliance tools, corrective actions and identification of deficiencies to mitigate audit risks.
  • Enhance employee engagement by implementing innovative HR programs and initiatives.
  • Maintained current knowledge of industry regulations and legislation to amend policies and promote compliance.

Human Resource Generalist

Kraus USA
11.2018 - 02.2020
  • Initiated successful workforce planning, job realignment, employee involvement and team-building projects.
  • Worked closely with CEO, CFO and department managers to ensure fair and consistent treatment for all employees.
  • Advised management on appropriate resolution of employee relations issues, coaching, corrective actions and/or termination.
  • Prepared and update employment records related to hiring, transfer, promotion and termination.
  • Implement and communicate HR policies, procedures and standards to new and existing employees.
  • Coordinated, maintained, and generated Human Resources-related files and records.
  • Managed and process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for salaried/ hourly employees using ADP Workforce Now.
  • Maintained budget spreadsheet that includes salaries, payroll taxes and fringe allowances.
  • Conduct monthly safety meeting to ensure OSHA compliance.
  • Streamlined HR processes for increased operational efficiency through the development of standard operating procedures.
  • Conducted thorough investigations into workplace complaints, maintaining confidentiality and professionalism throughout the process.

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Institute for Community Living (ICL)
07.2017 - 11.2018
  • Coordinated recruitment and hiring process for all staffing including opening/closing requisitions, placing ads, relevant documentation and correspondence, communicating with finance for all compensation issues and approvals.
  • Screened applications, arranging interviews, contacting applicants and maintaining all relevant documentation and correspondence.
  • Provided competitive market research and prepares pay studies to help establish pay practices and pay bands that help to recruit and retain superior staff.
  • Acted as liaison between HR, management and employees regarding HR policies/procedures.
  • Actively attended job fairs and job recruiting events to constantly obtain new talent.
  • Managed full cycle recruitment for 18 mental health programs; which includes Administration, Clinical, Residential, Transitional and Recovery Services.
  • Developed process change solutions, reducing the 'time to fill' and enhancing HR Administration.
  • Increased retention rates through thorough pre-screening of candidates and regular follow-up on new hires' satisfaction levels.

Seasonal Human Resource Specialist

Lowe’s Companies’ Inc.
02.2017 - 07.2017
  • Actively recruited for various positions at high volume for entry level positions and management positions.
  • Conducted prescreens/ interviews, schedule and coordinate interviews and maintain applicant tracking system on a regular basis.
  • Assisted/ facilitated hiring events for mass hiring of seasonal employees.
  • Processed/ administered drug test/background checks for new employees on a regular basis.
  • Facilitated the onboarding for new hires, including new hire orientation and processing of new hire paperwork on a regular basis.
  • Facilitated training for all employees (new hires, current employees and managers).
  • Conducted timecard audits daily using Kronos for 260+ employees.
  • Reviewed various reports on a weekly basis (i.e. Payroll, Overtime, Sales Forecast, Time-Off Requests, Paid-Time Off Balance).
  • Responsible for maintaining and updating all employee data on a regular basis including creating and updating employee files.
  • Managed the administration of employee’s annual performance review process.
  • Conducted investigations for alleged violation of company policies against employees (associates and managers).
  • Worked with Retail Managers to facilitate coaching and development conversations and accountability documentations for associates.
  • Assisted with leave of absence procedures (personal and FMLA), health/ religious accommodations and paid time off requests.

Human Resource Supervisor

Target Corporation
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Managed core HR operations for employee relations, labor relations and risk, pay and benefits, scheduling and timekeeping, talent management, development and team engagement.
  • Developed, executed and communicated hiring and staffing strategies to the HR executive.
  • Lead and executed time and attendance processing, compliance, payroll processes and other HR related administrative tasks.
  • Processed all new hire and termination paperwork.
  • Facilitated hiring events for mass hiring of seasonal and non-seasonal team members.
  • Conducted on boarding of all new employees.
  • Created a learning environment in all work areas to ensure the team in well trained.
  • Directly supervised seven hourly team members.
  • Managed the administration of employee’s annual performance review process.
  • Acted as first point of contact for managers with facilitating performance and accountability conversations.

Human Resource Specialist

Target Corporation
11.2009 - 12.2016
  • Provided HR support, including time and attendance processing, compliance, scheduling, payroll processing, security licensing, staffing, recruiting and other assigned tasks.
  • Processed weekly, bi-weekly and monthly reports for store managers.
  • Cross-trained employees for team member development in order to support the corporation’s needs.
  • Facilitated effective communication between team members and management within the store.
  • Addressed all team member questions and concerns promptly and courteously.

Education

BBA - Leadership and Human Resources

Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY
05.2017

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Succession planning
  • Employee relations
  • Labor relations
  • HR policies and procedures
  • HR analytics
  • Candidate sourcing
  • Performance management
  • Organizational development
  • Workforce planning
  • Employment law
  • Retention strategies

Timeline

Regional Human Resources Manager

The Budd Group
02.2020 - Current

Human Resource Generalist

Kraus USA
11.2018 - 02.2020

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Institute for Community Living (ICL)
07.2017 - 11.2018

Seasonal Human Resource Specialist

Lowe’s Companies’ Inc.
02.2017 - 07.2017

Human Resource Supervisor

Target Corporation
01.2016 - 01.2017

Human Resource Specialist

Target Corporation
11.2009 - 12.2016

BBA - Leadership and Human Resources

Brooklyn College

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