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Sana Amjad

Oak Brook,IL

Summary

Dynamic Human Resources Generalist with 11 years of experience managing broad range of human resource functions while serving as on-site specialist. Supports and guides cross-functional team members while implementing best practices within HR team. Serves as HR champion in administering and advancing HR functions while acting as resource on policy interpretation and implementation.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Human Resources Generalist

Dearborn Group
02.2020 - Current
  • Provided guidance to managers and employees on talent management, payroll, FMLA and benefits.
  • Coached managers through employee engagement, documentation, discipline and performance improvement plans.
  • Improved operational processes resulting in productivity increase in HR department.
  • Updated key human resource metrics on turnover and terminations using reporting tools on HRMS database.
  • Improved quality of hiring decisions by working with hiring managers on new comprehensive employment selection processes.
  • Coached and educated management throughout organization on appropriate guidelines for maintaining legally-compliant workplace.
  • Created organizational flow charts and career path reports to evaluate employee compensation information.
  • Analyzed and reported on employee turnover rates to determine root causes and make recommendations for improvement.
  • Partnered with senior leadership to establish and develop corporate and HR policies and procedures.
  • Created and delivered HR training sessions to staff, managers and executives.
  • Worked alongside global business leader to deploy new training strategies.
  • Coordinated and engaged with leadership in planning and organizing calendars, events and activities.
  • Recommended appropriate resolutions to employee relations concerns and handled disciplinary issues and investigations of misconduct.
  • Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws.
  • Developed succession plans and promotion paths for staff.
  • Lead Workshops for employee Talent Engagement


Talent Acquisition Specialist

Dearborn Group
01.2019 - 02.2020
  • Evaluated resumes, interviewed, and presented qualified candidates to hiring managers and solicited feedback to refine recruiting strategy.
  • Created and distributed job postings on job boards, corporate career sites and social media networks to increase reach.
  • Provided regular updates to hiring managers and HR staff on recruitment activities and progress.
  • Developed and maintained applicant tracking system, tracking all job openings, applicants and interviewing activity.
  • Developed and maintained strong working relationships with executives, HR team, and hiring managers to foster partnerships that produced consistent results.
  • Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
  • Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.

Owner/Operator/HR Manager

Family Owned
04.2010 - 03.2018
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
  • Tracked daily sales transactions and invoices for accurate and updated financial reporting.
  • Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
  • Developed, implemented, and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.

Education

DePaul University
Chicago, IL

Timeline

Senior Human Resources Generalist

Dearborn Group
02.2020 - Current

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Dearborn Group
01.2019 - 02.2020

Owner/Operator/HR Manager

Family Owned
04.2010 - 03.2018

DePaul University
Sana Amjad