Shelly Arnold
Arlington Heights,IL
Summary
Results-driven Human Resources executive with a strong background in leading talent. Track record of building high-performance teams and executing successful people strategies. Expert at coaching leaders and spearheading organizational change to enhance the sourcing, hiring, development, and retention of top talent.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Director, Talent and Compensation
Reynolds Consumer Products
05.2025 - Current
- Oversee all facets of Talent and Compensation for organization, encompassing Talent Attraction, Talent Management, Compensation, and Executive Compensation.
Senior Director, Compensation and Payroll
Reynolds Consumer Products
06.2024 - 05.2025
- Led team to ensure timely and accurate processing of offers, promotions, terminations, and payroll for 6,000 employees.
- Developed company-wide Compensation Transformation initiative in response to Illinois pay transparency requirements.
- Created functional ranges and Pay Transparency Guide for salaried employees.
- Produced and delivered educational podcasts targeting employees, leaders, and HR Managers.
- Executed hourly merit process for 5,000 hourly employees and 1,200 salaried employees.
- Successfully administered Annual Incentive Plan for salaried employees.
- Expanded role to include executive compensation administration and offer recommendations.
- Collaborated with E*TRADE on Long-Term Incentive Plan and prepared materials for Board meetings.
Senior Director, Talent Management
Reynolds Consumer Products
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Centralized Hourly Center of Excellence for recruiting, handling approximately 2,000 hires annually.
- Standardized processes, procedures, and reporting to enhance operational efficiency.
- Acted as trusted advisor to EVP-HR on strategic initiatives and HR organizational design.
- Developed team members to progress within roles and pursue new opportunities.
- Certified two DEI recruiters, promoted one recruiter to Talent Manager, and elevated one Manager to Director.
- Facilitated C-Suite succession planning, including materials for Board of Director Compensation Committee.
- Designed and implemented strategic HR initiatives aligned with organizational goals.
Director of Talent Management
Reynolds Consumer Products
03.2021 - 01.2023
- Directed talent management initiatives, focusing on acquisition, development, and succession planning.
- Expanded Early Careers Program strategy across multiple functional areas through training sessions.
- Led a team of 10 FTE and contractor recruiters to successfully hire for approximately 300 salaried positions annually.
- Implemented Learning Management System to streamline feedback sessions and courseware content creation.
HR Project Manager
Medix
09.2019 - 03.2021
- Supported VP of HR with pre-divestiture activities, including comprehensive review of HR policies and job descriptions.
- Managed HR Program for Coronavirus tracking and Return to Office initiatives during COVID outbreak.
- Acted as Program Manager for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion strategy.
- Collaborated with Leadership team to develop company-wide emergency health preparedness response, addressing employee communications and policy.
Senior Director Human Resources
Sears Holdings Corporation
10.2017 - 02.2019
- Implemented HR projects and programs across Logistics and Inventory Management units.
- Resolved employee relations issues within business units and offshore support teams in Hong Kong and India.
- Coached and mentored two Region Human Resource Managers into Region Human Resource Directors.
- Collaborated with Labor Relations team to finalize Collective Bargaining Agreements without business disruption.
- Oversaw multiple restructures, achieving goals for six rounds of budget reductions and layoffs.
- Developed format and documentation for group layoff sessions to optimize limited HR resources.
Director Human Resources Operations
Sears Holdings Corporation
12.2015 - 10.2017
- Transformed HR operations by transitioning from vendor in India to in-house solution, achieving over one million dollars in annual savings during first year.
- Directed a team of over 70 employees across corporate and offshore locations, focusing on recruitment, training, and development.
- Traveled to India for successful grand opening of operations center in Hyderabad and Pune.
- Established 27 new best practices within six months post-vendor conversion to enhance operational efficiencies.
Director Human Resources
Sears Holdings Corporation
10.2013 - 12.2015
- Advised 17 leaders on employee issues and talent management across multiple business units.
- Mobilized teams for two Human Resources Boot Camps, training 70 new and promoted HR leaders.
- Successfully onboarded new Region Human Resources Director during travel to Puerto Rico.
- Revitalized Top Talent Council, organizing a successful two-day session for 12 high-potential associates.
- Resurrected dormant Lease Car Program, managing 500 vehicles after over 12 months of inactivity.
Region Human Resource Director
Sears Holdings Corporation
02.2012 - 10.2013
- Provided HR leadership for approximately 100 stores across three regions: Northeast, Northwest, South Central.
- Traveled bi-monthly to guide HR Managers on talent management and HR strategy execution.
- Developed and facilitated leadership training programs for high-potential Store Managers and hourly employees.
- Formulated Human Resource People Strategy to enhance talent acquisition within Region HR teams.
- Directed regional leadership teams in executing change management initiatives for culture rollout.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology and Philosophy
University of MN, Duluth
Duluth, MNSkills
- Talent Management and Succession Planning
- Thought Leadership
- Coaching and Development
- Leadership Development
- Performance Management
- Building a High Performance Team
Accomplishments
- Early Careers Programs: Created program to recruit and onboard 37 summer interns, ensuring engaging experience and meaningful connections with senior leaders. Led Early Careers Program to create talent pipeline in targeted areas for 2 year rotational program in Engineering, Finance, Operations, and Supply Chain. Partnered with HR leadership and Operations to create program materials, train leaders and ensure multiple touchpoints to check in on progress.
- Talent Platform Implementation: Implemented consistent platform for all talent management activities including content creation, succession planning, feedback sessions and training, and peer to peer recognition; created tools and drove adoption across the organization. Partnered with Advisory Council to create monthly DEI courses.
- HR Manager Assessment: Developed framework for HR Managers to assess skill strength and development opportunities. Partnered with HR Operations business partners to determine gaps by individual, create Individual Development Plans and focus on personalized strategies for improvement.
- Top Talent Council: Revitalized “Top Talent Council” and organized successful 2-day session for 12 high potential associates, focusing on solving real business problems. Partnered with leaders to assess individuals for the program and aligned mentors based on matching capabilities.
Volunteer Experience
Vitas, Hospice volunteer, 2019, Present
Timeline
Senior Director, Talent and Compensation
Reynolds Consumer Products
05.2025 - Current
Senior Director, Compensation and Payroll
Reynolds Consumer Products
06.2024 - 05.2025
Senior Director, Talent Management
Reynolds Consumer Products
01.2023 - 06.2024
Director of Talent Management
Reynolds Consumer Products
03.2021 - 01.2023
HR Project Manager
Medix
09.2019 - 03.2021
Senior Director Human Resources
Sears Holdings Corporation
10.2017 - 02.2019
Director Human Resources Operations
Sears Holdings Corporation
12.2015 - 10.2017
Director Human Resources
Sears Holdings Corporation
10.2013 - 12.2015
Region Human Resource Director
Sears Holdings Corporation
02.2012 - 10.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology and Philosophy
University of MN, Duluth
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