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Sarah Fleck
Human Resources
Barrington,IL
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Summary
Versatile HR professional dedicated to enhancing organizational effectiveness through innovative solutions in employee engagement and talent management. Skilled at creating impactful onboarding experiences and recognition programs that resonate with company values. Experienced in coaching leadership on employee relations to promote a fair and compliant workplace.
Overview
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Certification
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19
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager, Human Resources Business Partner
Chamberlain Group
Oak Brook, ILLINOIS
08.2021 - 03.2023
- Employee relations, assisted with performance management, compensation/benefits, coaching, employee engagement, employee development, cultural change and partnered with HR centers of excellence to ensure HR business partnership.
- Designed presentations and facilitated training to client groups; provided technical expertise and analytical support.
- Worked with COE’s and payroll, as necessary, in management of employee life cycle processes and transactions.
- Improved strategic business initiatives, such as retention initiatives, workforce management and resource planning, by analyzing, interpreting and reporting data.
- Oversaw compliance with labor laws and regulations within the organization.
- Worked with functional leaders to manage talent acquisition activities including talent upgrade efforts and advised on market compensation requirements.
- Coordinated recruiting efforts from job scoping activity through the offer phase.
- Supported the performance management cycle, advising and coaching in areas of goal setting, mid-year
- Provided guidance and support on day-to-day employee relations issues; conduct employee investigations and escalate complex issues and investigations to Legal.
Human Resource Generalist
Autocar Parts LLC.
Highland Park, USA
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Implemented and rolled out companywide human capital programs that drove business results, strengthened company culture, and employee engagement. Programs included: A performance management process, training on utilizing The Predictive Index tool for building effective teams, created a quarterly engagement survey, and drove the facilitation of the first succession planning and talent review sessions.
- Redesigned the new hire onboarding process to ensure new employees felt fully supported during their employment transition as it relates to the company’s core values, culture, and operating principles.
- Developed three employee recognition programs to highlight exceptional employee contributions and service recognition to promote employee engagement.
- Objectively coach and counsel management in regards to appropriate action relative to employee relations and disciplinary issues to create consistency and minimize legal risk to the organization.
- Responsible for investigating employee complaints and partnering with legal counsel when warranted.
- Proactively identify trends, opportunities, and improvements to the employee experience by analyzing 30-day new hire check-in surveys and exit interview feedback.
- Partner with the Talent Acquisition team to fill critical roles, create job postings, complete candidate evaluations, and manage onboarding activities.
- Accountable for maintaining and enhancing the organization's human resource efforts by planning, implementing, and evaluating existing policies, programs and practices.
- Responsible for partnering with senior leadership to develop and implement HR strategies, initiatives, and policies that align with the overall business strategy and objectives.
Compensation Manager
Sara Lee Corporation
Downers Grove, USA
01.2011 - 11.2012
- Partnered with procurement to evaluate and onboard a third-party relocation provider to implement an outsourced model for Sara Lee’s 3-tiered relocation process and policy. The project was completed on time, was seamless to transferees, and generated an annual savings of $1,275,000.
- Managed 150 domestic relocation agreements per year and counseled transferees on relocation policies.
- Coordinated expatriate assignments inbound and outbound of the U.S. under the international relocation policy.
- Managed Sara Lee’s severance program for all job levels within the organization while partnering with corporate counsel to streamline the severance process and documents.
- Conducted annual business reviews and benchmarking sessions with outside vendors for the organization’s rewards and recognition programs, relocation, and severance policies. Reported industry updates and statistics with recommendations of policy revisions.
- Audited employee expense reports, vendor bills, and third-party weekly billings on annual spending of $10,000,000.
HR Generalist
Sara Lee Corporation
Downers Grove, USA
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Assisted in the design & implementation of Sara Lee’s annual global employee engagement survey for 40,000 employees across 30 countries. As a member of the global team activated change through partnering with leadership to create and execute action plans to drive engagement and optimize performance.
- Facilitated DDI’s Leadership Essentials training for 100+ people managers.
- Responsible for developing, communicating, and administrating HR policies and programs to various business units in partnership with HRBP’s to support the company’s people strategies.
- Partnered with corporate COE’s in the implementation of HR best practices within the areas of compensation, organization development, recruiting, workers compensation, and benefits.
- Delivered training on performance management, global business practices, talent management, new hire orientation, and effective development plans.
- Partnered with legal staff to appropriately address immigration, reduction in force, and disciplinary issues.
HRIS Analyst – Global Support
Sara Lee Corporation
Downers Grove, USA
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Contributed to multiple HR projects, including SAP HRIS, system upgrades, and special projects focused on process improvement and efficiencies in HR administration, and redesign/realignment of employees within Sara Lee’s North America businesses.
- Subject matter expert of HR applications such as SAP and Lawson HRIS.
- Advised HRBPs and department heads on process improvement initiatives by leveraging data and technology related to HRIS.
- Generated HR metric reports, analyses, and compliance reports such as D&I, headcount, turnover, AAP, and EEO for 25,000 employees, providing insights for strategic decision-making.
- Developed statistical reporting for executive management to identify HR business trends and opportunities.
- Participated in data management activities such as developing and maintaining data dictionaries, data movement and integrity and governance efforts.
HRIS Administrator
Sara Lee Corporation
Downers Grove, USA
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Maintained accuracy and integrity of HRIS, time and attendance, and payroll processing for 4,000 employees at over 20 locations nationwide.
- Achieved Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and fulfilled 10+ union agreements, company policies, and legal requirements in the time and attendance systems for Sara Lee’s Coffee and Tea business.
- Contributed to implementation of new third-party web-based time and attendance system, ensuring seamless integration with existing HRIS.
- Designed and implemented training for over 100 time coordinators across 12 manufacturing plants, completing project on time and within budget.
- Supported HR Managers and Directors in HRIS, payroll, and various special projects to enhance operational efficiency.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Human Resources
Judson University
Elgin, ILSkills
- Employee relations
- Policy development
- HRIS – SAP
- HRIS – Lawson HR modules
- Taleo Staffing
- Jobvite systems
- Kronos systems
- Attendance Enterprise
- ADP Payroll
- Recruiting reporting
- Microsoft Office Suite
Certification
- DDI Certified Trainer
- Advanced and General Management Certificate
Timeline
Manager, Human Resources Business Partner
Chamberlain Group
08.2021 - 03.2023
Human Resource Generalist
Autocar Parts LLC.
09.2020 - 08.2021
Compensation Manager
Sara Lee Corporation
01.2011 - 11.2012
HR Generalist
Sara Lee Corporation
01.2009 - 01.2011
HRIS Analyst – Global Support
Sara Lee Corporation
01.2007 - 01.2009
HRIS Administrator
Sara Lee Corporation
01.2004 - 01.2007
Bachelor’s Degree - Human Resources
Judson University