Tamaraye Sawacha
Portland,Oregon
Summary
Results-driven HR leader with 20 years of experience driving strategic agendas and fostering strong relationships with HR and business leaders. Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and adaptability skills to deliver results in diverse work environments. Prioritizes creating people-first solutions to enhance employee experiences.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Principal, Talent Business Lead - Nike Corporate Functions
Nike
Beaverton, United States
05.2023 - Current
- Strategic business advisor, collaborating with Business and HR partners to successfully deliver the Nike Talent Management Offense evolution.
- Work alongside Senior Leadership teams to build functional talent strategies, ensuring alignment between talent practices and business objectives.
- Responsible for driving and activating all key Talent Management activities in partnership with HR and business leadership.
- Provide talent management expertise and act as a thought partner for talent-related matters.
Human Resources Director, HRBP North America Marketing & Leagues
Nike
Portland, United States
02.2021 - 05.2023
- Led the North America Marketing Leadership team in designing and implementing a comprehensive People strategy to support the business strategy.
- Strategic HR business partner, coaching senior leaders to deliver key moments throughout the employee lifecycle (i.e., Recruitment, Employee Relations, Learning & Development, Talent Management, Compensation).
- Strong collaboration with COE partners and People Solutions (shared services) teams, providing insights to enhance the NA HR strategy.
- Collaborated with VP Marketing leader to develop and drive NA Marketing DEI initiative, promoting inclusive practices and employee engagement programs.
- Provided coaching and guidance to NA HR Managers located in NYC and LA offices.
HR Manager - Nike Digital (Nike Direct Digital Commerce - NDDC)
Nike
Portland, United States
01.2020 - 02.2021
- Responsible for stewarding and activating the HR agenda for NDDC.
- HR Partner for Senior Director population advising and influencing leaders on all people related priorities during the Global pandemic
- Partnered with HR Director to deliver CDA Op Model transformation across the NA NDDC business
West Territory Nike Retail HR Manager
Nike
Greater Los Angeles, United States
09.2017 - 01.2020
- Strategic Retail HR leader responsible for all stores across multiple locations within the West Territory (California, Oregon, and Washington).
- Partner with the Retail Leadership team to formulate an HR strategy aligned with business objectives.
- Provide consultation and mentorship to our Retail store leaders, coaching through all employee matters
- Implement and deliver all key HR programs across the territories.
- Successfully implemented a territory development program for junior store leaders
UK&I Nike Retail HR Manager
Nike
London, United Kingdom
09.2012 - 09.2017
- Principal HR Business Partner across UK/I Nike Retail stores (Nike Owned Stores & Nike Factory Stores).
- Spearhead the design and implementation of HR Priorities for UK/I Retail Market by assessing organizational needs and tailoring employee rights solutions.
- Provided strategic counsel and advice to 4 Retail District Directors, building and implementing the Retail HR strategy.
- Lead store management recruitment activity, drive in-country Talent Management agenda, provide counsel for Employee Relations matters, and deliver all other HR programs and practices.
- Partner with EHQ COE's to deliver HR solutions.
- Developed and implemented an employee development program for the UK/I Retail market.
Junior HR Business Partner
London 2012
London, United Kingdom
04.2011 - 09.2012
- Provided coaching, advisory support, and HR expertise to LOCOG Security leadership team on all employee matters.
- Partnered with Security Operational Support Manager to develop a workforce plan aligned to growth requirements throughout Olympic & Paralympic Games. Drive clarity on budget constraints, ensuring budget was adhered to pre- and post-games.
- Work with the Head of Business and the Security Operations to plan and manage the transition of LOCOG staff from Test Event to Games-time roles.
- Develop a resourcing plan in partnership with the LOCOG Security function.
- Lead all HR processes
HR Specialist
Accenture
06.2008 - 04.2011
HR Officer
Sainsburys
01.2007 - 01.2008
HR Graduate
Sainsburys
01.2006 - 01.2008
Education
Masters - MA Human Resource Management
Middlesex University
Middlesex, London01.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Business Studies Minor Human Resources
The Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham, UK01.2004
A Levels -
Convent of Jesus And Mary High School
London,UK01.2000
Skills
- Strategic leadership
- Talent Management
- Stakeholder & Relationship Management
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Problem Solving
- Impact and Influence
- Org Transformation
Timeline
Senior Principal, Talent Business Lead - Nike Corporate Functions
Nike
05.2023 - Current
Human Resources Director, HRBP North America Marketing & Leagues
Nike
02.2021 - 05.2023
HR Manager - Nike Digital (Nike Direct Digital Commerce - NDDC)
Nike
01.2020 - 02.2021
West Territory Nike Retail HR Manager
Nike
09.2017 - 01.2020
UK&I Nike Retail HR Manager
Nike
09.2012 - 09.2017
Junior HR Business Partner
London 2012
04.2011 - 09.2012
HR Specialist
Accenture
06.2008 - 04.2011
HR Officer
Sainsburys
01.2007 - 01.2008
HR Graduate
Sainsburys
01.2006 - 01.2008
Masters - MA Human Resource Management
Middlesex University
Bachelor of Arts - Business Studies Minor Human Resources
The Nottingham Trent University
A Levels -
Convent of Jesus And Mary High School
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