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Sallie Lehigh

Lehighton,PA

Summary

At Just Born, Inc., I spearheaded the revamp of compensation and benefits, enhancing operational efficiency by 30% through strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration. My expertise in budget management and negotiation, coupled with a knack for fostering team unity, significantly boosted employee satisfaction and retention.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr. Manager, Compensation & Benefits

Just Born, Inc.
05.2019 - Current
  • Research, recommend and manage the development, implementation, analysis, and administration of the benefits, compensation and total rewards programs that support the Just Born Philosophy to ensure attraction, motivation and retention of top performing staff.
  • Implement and develop operational standards, policies and procedures.
  • Manage and administer executive perks and compensation programs.
  • Influence strategic direction for the development and implementation of health and wellness education and onsite programs within the Company. Manage the Wellness Team in our goal of "Bringing Your Whole Self to Work".
  • Guide and advise various senior executives and managers from multiple business partner divisions in all aspects of Human Resources, including but not limited to performance, training an development, and change management.
  • Provide strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
  • Establish strong, collaborative relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships.
  • Partner with benefits broker to negotiated high-value contracts with new and existing providers, securing better pricing and terms, which improved profit margins.
  • Enhance team performance with regular coaching and mentoring sessions, focusing on individual strengths and areas for improvement.
  • Drive adoption of new technology solutions, modernizing operations and improving operational efficiency.

Compensation and Total Rewards Manager

Just Born, Inc.
07.2010 - 05.2019
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
  • Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and implementing appropriate solutions.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Coordinated with IT department to upgrade technology infrastructure, enhancing operational efficiency and data security.

Benefits Manager

Just Born, Inc.
12.2004 - 07.2010
  • Managed FMLA administration, coordinating leave requests and tracking time off for compliance purposes.
  • Coordinated disability claims management, working closely with insurance providers to facilitate prompt resolutions for affected employees.
  • Educated new hires about different benefit plans.
  • Assisted employees with resolving complex benefit-related issues, providing timely support and guidance.
  • Managed relationships with external vendors such as insurers and brokers, fostering strong partnerships in support of company objectives.
  • Assessed client requirements and developed targeted benefits solutions.
  • Reduced overall company healthcare costs with strategic negotiations and vendor partnerships.
  • Ensured compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations governing employee benefits programs.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by regularly reviewing processes and policies surrounding employee benefits management.
  • Improved benefits communication, resulting in increased employee understanding and participation.
  • Directed and controlled 401K, medical, dental, and vision benefit packages.
  • Evaluated different providers offering range of services, coverages and plan options to pick optimal choice.
  • Implemented wellness programs to encourage healthy lifestyles among employees and lower insurance premiums.
  • Kept programs in line with plan structure, company policy and legal requirements.
  • Developed and executed annual open enrollment events, ensuring timely updates to employee benefits elections.
  • Audited benefit programs and agreements to optimize service delivery.
  • Educated staff on the value of their benefits package through training sessions and informational materials.
  • Conducted regular audits of benefit plans to identify discrepancies and maintain accuracy in records.
  • Analyzed market trends to ensure competitiveness of company''s benefits offerings in recruitment efforts.

Cost/Inventory Control Analyst

Just Born, Inc.
09.2001 - 12.2004
  • Helped create and improve inventory control policies.
  • Conducted root cause analyses for discrepancies in inventory records, implementing corrective actions as needed.
  • Streamlined inventory management by implementing effective tracking systems and data analysis.
  • Managed supplier performance metrics, holding vendors accountable for meeting established expectations and service levels.
  • Conducted monthly counts of inventory at different locations.

Inventory Control Analyst

Just Born, Inc
11.1992 - 09.2001
  • Checked work and purchase orders against actual materials and resolved variances.
  • Helped create and improve inventory control policies.
  • Increased order accuracy by conducting regular audits and implementing a robust quality control system.
  • Improved turnover rates by proactively identifying slow-moving items and developing targeted sales strategies.

Education

Associate of Science - Business Management

Lehigh County Community College
Schnecksville, PA
05.1984

High School Diploma -

Lehighton Area High School
Lehighton, PA
06.1982

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Operations Management
  • Cross-functional Team Coordination
  • Troubleshooting and problem resolution
  • Budget Oversight
  • Human Resources Management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Process Improvement
  • Problem-Solving
  • Training and Development
  • Problem Resolution
  • Project Planning
  • Decision-Making
  • Budget Management
  • Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
  • Excellent Communication
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Employee Development
  • Business Analysis and Reporting
  • Performance Tracking and Evaluation
  • Performance reviewing
  • Computer Skills
  • Team building
  • Goal Setting
  • Hiring and Training
  • Technical Proficiency
  • Organizational Skills
  • MS Office

Affiliations

  • Member of SHRM of Lehigh Valley
  • World At Work

Certification

  • CCP, Certified Compensation Professional

Timeline

Sr. Manager, Compensation & Benefits

Just Born, Inc.
05.2019 - Current

Compensation and Total Rewards Manager

Just Born, Inc.
07.2010 - 05.2019

Benefits Manager

Just Born, Inc.
12.2004 - 07.2010

Cost/Inventory Control Analyst

Just Born, Inc.
09.2001 - 12.2004

Inventory Control Analyst

Just Born, Inc
11.1992 - 09.2001

Associate of Science - Business Management

Lehigh County Community College

High School Diploma -

Lehighton Area High School

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