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STERLING AKLES JR.

Houston,TX

Summary

Results-oriented HR Professional specializing in employee relations, benefits administration, and legal compliance. Demonstrated ability to bridge business needs with employee advocacy, ensuring a compliant and inclusive work environment. Strong background in talent acquisition and performance management, contributing to organizational success. Known for strategic problem-solving and enhancing employee engagement through effective communication.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

HR Manager (Consultant)

CONFIDENTIAL
Houston, TX
05.2024 - Current
  • Managed employee lifecycle processes from onboarding through retirement, improving HR effectiveness.
  • Directed all HR operations, including talent management, payroll, compliance, and employee experience improvements.
  • Achieved $25,000 in cost savings by negotiating vendor contracts for HR services.
  • Spearheaded special projects for HR programs like learning platforms and Leave of Absence Administration.
  • Performed salary reviews and benefits analyses to maintain competitiveness of compensation packages.
  • Facilitated organizational design activities such as position creation and reporting structure adjustments.
  • Developed performance management systems that aligned employee objectives with business goals.
  • Handled employee relations issues, fostering a positive culture while resolving conflicts.

People & Organization Business Partner

EDP RENEWABLES NORTH AMERICA, LLC
Houston, USA
11.2022 - 03.2024
  • Managed employee lifecycle processes supporting 500 North American employees, including Canada and Mexico.
  • Reviewed administrative effectiveness to create and implement revised policies.
  • Collaborated with business unit leaders on strategies to boost operational success.
  • Revised per diem policy by securing an outside vendor for efficient payment processing.
  • Engaged directly with leadership to ensure alignment of HR strategy with business goals.
  • Controlled budgets while assessing costs for projects, promotions, and relocations.
  • Developed an investigation guide for consistency in handling investigations.
  • Facilitated annual performance reviews, talent assessments, and compensation cycles.

HR Business Partner

SHAWCOR INC.
HOUSTON, USA
03.2020 - 07.2022
  • Analyzed workforce data to identify trends, informing decision-making processes effectively.
  • Facilitated workforce planning across four sites for about 389 employees, enhancing operational support.
  • Led annual performance cycles, ensuring complete data validation and timely execution.
  • Developed actionable plans to address personnel issues, mitigating potential complications.
  • Authored tailored development plans for high-potential employees in partnership with managers.
  • Achieved a 40% reduction in absenteeism by leveraging analytical insights.
  • Increased plant productivity by 10% through effective change management practices.
  • Provided HR guidance to managers on talent management and organizational development.

HR Coordinator

JV DRIVER GROUP
PASADENA, TX
02.2018 - 03.2020
  • Executed comprehensive recruiting processes that eliminated temporary labor fees at multiple job sites.
  • Managed employee relations matters, including investigations and leave management processes.
  • Interviewed around 25 candidates daily to maintain a construction site staff of 500.
  • Facilitated staffing meetings weekly with management to identify manpower needs.
  • Generated recruitment metrics and headcount reports weekly, optimizing time-to-fill at seven days.
  • Conducted new hire orientations for 64 individuals weekly while handling required paperwork.
  • Ensured accurate payroll deductions in HRIS system operations, resulting in reduced payroll costs.
  • Administered terminations and wage adjustments alongside other personnel changes.

HR Administrator (Co-Opportunity)

PCC STRUCTURALS
CLACKAMAS, OR
06.2013 - 12.2017
  • Executed full-cycle recruiting for manufacturing plant of 740 workers, managing internal job bids.
  • Reduced time to fill open positions from approximately 30 days to 15 days through process optimization.
  • Achieved a 15% increase in conversion rate of contingent workers by enhancing vetting processes.
  • Facilitated employee onboarding via regular check-ins and structured performance reviews at 30, 60, and 90 days.
  • Negotiated agency fees effectively while maintaining strategic relationships with recruitment partners.
  • Compiled HR headcount reports and monthly budget dashboards, delivering on-time results consistently.
  • Maintained adherence to company policies and relevant federal guidelines within recruitment practices.
  • Analyzed recruitment metrics to provide comprehensive insights into hiring processes.

Education

MBA - Data Analytics

American University
Washington, DC
12.2022

Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Sociology

University of Oregon
Eugene, OR
03.2017

Skills

  • Labor relations and union management
  • Payroll administration
  • Performance assessment
  • Employee engagement
  • Workforce planning
  • Organizational development
  • Talent management
  • Change management
  • Data analysis
  • HR policy development
  • Benefits administration
  • Mentoring and onboarding
  • Diversity and inclusion
  • Strategic planning
  • Compensation strategy

Certification

  • Society of Human Resources Management, Certified Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

HR Manager (Consultant)

CONFIDENTIAL
05.2024 - Current

People & Organization Business Partner

EDP RENEWABLES NORTH AMERICA, LLC
11.2022 - 03.2024

HR Business Partner

SHAWCOR INC.
03.2020 - 07.2022

HR Coordinator

JV DRIVER GROUP
02.2018 - 03.2020

HR Administrator (Co-Opportunity)

PCC STRUCTURALS
06.2013 - 12.2017

MBA - Data Analytics

American University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Sociology

University of Oregon

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