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Natasha Walls

Natasha Walls

Lexington,KY

Summary

Versatile, results-driven professional seeking to advance a career within a reputable organization, leveraging years of extensive human resources, sales, and management expertise.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Human Resource Professional

Toyota Tsusho America, Inc
Georgetown, KY
04.2024 - Current
  • Collaborate with management to assess staffing needs, and develop recruitment strategies. Execute full-cycle recruiting processes, including job requisition and onboarding. Conduct investigations, and provide guidance on corrective actions and terminations. Act as an employee advocate to facilitate problem resolution and improve workplace relations.

Human Resource Specialist

Toyota Tsusho America, Inc
Georgetown, KY
07.2021 - 04.2024
  • Served as primary contact for approximately 150 employees across multiple states and companies. Assisted employees with payroll and benefits inquiries to ensure prompt resolution. Monitored state and local employment laws, advising on potential business impacts. Maintained secure storage and handling of company data and confidential information.

Account Manager

Galls
Lexington, KY
07.2015 - 06.2021
  • Managed client contracts to drive revenue growth. Assisted regional sales team in developing and executing effective sales strategies. Oversaw project management processes from initiation to completion. Prepared reports forecasting revenue, margins, customer activity, and retention statistics.

HR Manager

Lowe's
Frankfort, KY
10.2008 - 06.2015
  • Facilitated opening of five new stores across various locations. Developed and executed HR strategies to enhance employee engagement and retention. Organized career development initiatives, including workshops, seminars, and networking events. Prepared and conducted new hire orientations to educate employees on company policies and culture.
  • Responsible for full-cycle recruiting and the primary point of contact for roughly 150 employees. Assisted employees with payroll and benefit questions. Stayed abreast of state and local employment laws and provided guidance on any potential business impacts. Maintained safe and secure storage and handling of company and employee data, property, and confidential information.

Regional Sales and Events Manager

Lowes Home Improvment
Lexington, KY
12.2004 - 10.2008
  • Executed comprehensive event plans, managing timelines, budgets, staffing, and logistics. Organized vendor meetings to ensure effective execution of all events. Collaborated with marketing team to create promotional materials and develop regional sales strategies. Monitored competitor activities and analyzed regional pricing trends. Established relationships with key accounts through personal visits and phone calls. Identified cross-selling and up-selling opportunities within existing customer base. Generated
    detailed reports on sales metrics, including revenue goals achieved or missed targets on weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis.

Assistant Store Manager

Lowe's
Lexington, KY
06.2002 - 12.2004
  • Anticipated customer flow, adjusting schedules to ensure optimal coverage and support. Planned for sales spikes, maintaining in-stock position to meet demand. Led associates in delivering exceptional service within a clean, safe, and well-stocked environment. Achieved sales and margin goals while enhancing operational efficiencies. Maximized customer satisfaction through effective management of in-store experience. Provided full leadership over store operations during peak times.

HR Manager

Lowe's
Lexington, KY
03.1997 - 06.2002
  • Facilitated opening of five new stores across various locations.
    Developed and executed HR strategies to enhance employee engagement and retention. Organized career development initiatives, including workshops, seminars, and networking events. Prepared and conducted new hire orientations to educate employees on company policies and culture.
  • Responsible for full-cycle recruiting and the primary point of contact for roughly 150 employees. Assisted employees with payroll and benefit questions. Stayed abreast of state and local employment laws and provided guidance on any potential business impacts. Maintained safe and secure storage and handling of company and employee data, property, and confidential information.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology

Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology
Denver, CO
09-2002

Skills

  • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
  • Benefits Administration
  • Career Development
  • Compensation
  • Employee Relations and Retention
  • Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
  • Labor Relations
  • Management Development
  • Onboarding and Orientation
  • Performance Management
  • Policy Development and Implementation
  • Project Management
  • Recruitment
  • Succession Planning
  • Talent Management
  • Workday HCM

Timeline

Human Resource Professional

Toyota Tsusho America, Inc
04.2024 - Current

Human Resource Specialist

Toyota Tsusho America, Inc
07.2021 - 04.2024

Account Manager

Galls
07.2015 - 06.2021

HR Manager

Lowe's
10.2008 - 06.2015

Regional Sales and Events Manager

Lowes Home Improvment
12.2004 - 10.2008

Assistant Store Manager

Lowe's
06.2002 - 12.2004

HR Manager

Lowe's
03.1997 - 06.2002

Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology

Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology

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