Russell Vandermeeden
Lakewood,OH
Summary
Accomplished Human Resources Business Partner with 9 years of experience. Adept in employee relations, talent acquisition, and performance management. Leveraging strategic HR initiatives to foster a productive and cohesive work environment. Extensive knowledge of labor laws and organizational development enhances overall company performance, ensuring compliance and driving success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Business Partner II
Amazon Web Services
06.2022 - Current
- Advise executive leaders on HR best practices for 32 US and 6 Canada data centers.
- Lead data-driven HR initiatives for 3 Directors and 2 Regional Managers, supporting over 1200 leaders and employees.
- Achieved 98% retention of top performers and maintained an 80%+ net promoter score for HR services.
- Coach managers on effective employee relations strategies to address workplace conflicts proactively.
Human Resources Business Partner
Amazon Web Services
12.2020 - 06.2022
- Led HR practices for 25+ managers and 800+ employees, achieving 97% retention.
- Developed an HR mentorship program, mentoring 2 HR Generalists and leading 8 mentors.
- Facilitated bi-annual talent reviews and quarterly promotions, driving fair compensation and recognition.
- Utilized data analytics for talent management, compensation, and retention, enhancing decision-making.
Senior Human Resources Administrator
Amazon
01.2017 - 12.2020
- Enhanced inclusion and diversity across the Amazon network for 3 sites.
- Created a centralized recruiting team, saving $250k annually.
- Launched an employee education assistance program, increasing retention and skill development.
- Streamlined HR processes, reducing costs by automating administrative tasks.
- Implemented diversity and inclusion programs, fostering an inclusive workplace culture.
Human Resources Manager
Cook Out
10.2015 - 12.2016
- Recruited managers for 20+ restaurants, achieving an 85% retention rate over two quarters.
- Developed a mentorship program for general managers, increasing retention by 5%.
- Pioneered employee engagement initiatives, boosting morale and productivity.
- Managed complex employee relations issues to promote a healthy workplace culture.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Tusculum University
TennesseeSkills
- Senior Professional in Human Resources Certified - HRCI
- Organizational Change Management
- Talent Management & Workforce Planning
- Data-Driven Decision Making & HR Analytics
- Diversity & Inclusion Strategies
- Employee Relations & Engagement
- Project Management Expertise
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Strategic Policy Implementation
- Effective Retention Techniques
- Proficient in Oracle PeopleSoft
Timeline
Human Resources Business Partner II
Amazon Web Services
06.2022 - Current
Human Resources Business Partner
Amazon Web Services
12.2020 - 06.2022
Senior Human Resources Administrator
Amazon
01.2017 - 12.2020
Human Resources Manager
Cook Out
10.2015 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Tusculum University
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