Rita Barnett
Human Resources Generalist
Arlington,TX
Summary
Senior Human Resources Generalist with 19+ years of progressive leadership experience supporting large-scale retail and distribution operations. Strategic HR partner driving employee relations, workforce analytics, compliance, and performance initiatives for 350+ employees. Proven ability to strengthen engagement, reduce risk, and improve operational performance through data-driven decision-making.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Human Resources Generalist
Target
Texas
09.2022 - 02.2026
- Primary HR partner for 350+ employee distribution center supporting 20+ Operations Managers.
- Led 40+ employee relations investigations annually, mitigating legal risk and ensuring compliance.
- Implemented safety initiative improving safety metrics for two consecutive quarters.
- Led UKG system implementation in partnership with Operations and L&D; teams.
- Developed and implemented employee engagement initiatives to enhance workplace culture.
- Conducted comprehensive training sessions on HR policies and compliance for staff members.
Store Manager
GPM Investments
06.2021 - 12.2022
- Directed high-volume retail operations with full P&L; accountability.
- Improved retention through coaching and performance management strategies.
- Strengthened compliance and reduced inventory discrepancies.
Operations Manager
Walmart
02.2020 - 06.2021
- Oversaw 95+ associates across multiple departments.
- Improved operational efficiency through financial data analysis and action planning.
- Reduced shrink through strengthened asset protection controls.
Personnel Manager
Walmart
04.2017 - 06.2018
- Led recruiting, onboarding, payroll, and employee relations.
- Reduced time-to-productivity through structured onboarding improvements.
Education
Associate Degree - Marketing
Texas Southern University
Houston, TXSkills
Employee Relations
- HR policies and procedures
- Diversity and inclusion
- Building morale
- Exit interviews
- HR analytics
Performance Management
Kronos
SharePoint
Workforce Diversity
HR Business Partnering
UKG
Exit interviews
HRIS systems
HR policies implementation
Internal investigations
Recruitment
New employee orientations
Onboarding processes
Staff training/development
In-depth knowledge of HR compliance
Payroll processing
Training and mentoring
Employee surveys
Certification
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Timeline
Senior Human Resources Generalist
Target
09.2022 - 02.2026
Store Manager
GPM Investments
06.2021 - 12.2022
Operations Manager
Walmart
02.2020 - 06.2021
Personnel Manager
Walmart
04.2017 - 06.2018
Associate Degree - Marketing
Texas Southern University