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NICOLE FORNANDER

Sidney,NE

Summary

Experienced Compliance Specialist and Human Resources professional with over 17 years in the retail industry and 7 years in manufacturing and warehousing. Proven expertise in regulatory compliance, employee relations, recruitment, and process improvement. Adept at developing innovative solutions to improve efficiency, foster positive work environments, and ensure organizational compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Compliance Specialist

Adams Industries
01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Ensured organizational adherence to legal and ethical standards by monitoring regulations, implementing compliance programs, and providing guidance on HR policies and procedures.
  • Key Responsibilities:
  • Proactively monitored changes in federal, state, and local HR regulations to ensure compliance.
  • Conducted internal audits to identify compliance risks and implemented mitigation strategies.
  • Provided guidance on Affirmative Action/EEO compliance, employee relations issues, leave of absence policies, and background checks (FCRA).
  • Prepared accurate compliance reports and maintained company contracts and insurance policies.
  • Collaborated with legal counsel and departmental heads to improve compliance processes.

Human Resources

Progress Rail
01.2018 - 01.2023
  • Provided administrative functions across recruitment, employee relations, compensation, benefits, training, and compliance to foster a positive work environment.
  • Key Responsibilities:
  • Assisted with recruitment processes including job postings, resume screening, interviews, and onboarding.
  • Investigated employee complaints to resolve conflicts while fostering a productive workplace culture.
  • Ensured compliance with labor laws at federal, state, and local levels.
  • Developed performance management systems to support employee growth.
  • Coordinated training programs to address employee development needs.

Vendor Compliance Specialist

Cabela’s
01.2012 - 01.2018
  • Collaborated with 30 vendors representing 25% of the company’s annual revenue to strengthen relationships and resolve vendor concerns.
  • Key Accomplishments:
  • Tripled vendor chargeback amounts within two years by developing a new online chargeback system.
  • Reduced vendor onboarding time from 3 months to 1 month by creating EDI best practices documentation.
  • Improved communication between corporate offices, retail stores, and distribution centers by implementing a streamlined communication log system.
  • Conducted vendor training at distribution centers to enhance collaboration between vendors and the company.

HR Administrator

Cabela’s
01.2001 - 01.2012
  • Managed employee programs including flexible spending accounts, unemployment claims, leave administration, compensation plans, health benefits, and wellness initiatives.
  • Key Accomplishments:
  • Designed and implemented a company-wide wellness program to improve employee health outcomes.
  • Implemented updated compensation program and job descriptions.

Skills

  • Lean Six Sigma – Green Belt
  • HRIS Systems
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • EDI Systems for Vendor Management

Core Competencies

  • Regulatory Compliance & Auditing
  • Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution
  • Recruitment & Onboarding
  • Performance Management
  • Process Improvement & Documentation
  • Training & Development Programs
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • HR Policy Development
  • Conflict Management

Timeline

Compliance Specialist

Adams Industries
01.2023 - 01.2025

Human Resources

Progress Rail
01.2018 - 01.2023

Vendor Compliance Specialist

Cabela’s
01.2012 - 01.2018

HR Administrator

Cabela’s
01.2001 - 01.2012

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