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Education
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Skills
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Tanjah Breedlove

Senior Human Resources Professional
Dawsonville,GA
Tanjah Breedlove

Summary

A Senior Human Resources professional with over 10 + years of experience in the field. I hold an MA in HR Management and a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification. My expertise lies in employee experience, employee relations, HR operations, performance management, organizational design, and development of high-performing teams. I have a successful track record in leading cross-functional partnerships and initiatives, aligning with core values, mission, and priorities to drive strategic growth and performance. As an empathetic and compassionate HR Leader, I create spaces for people and am passionate about performance management and employee development.

Work History

Klaviyo

Senior Human Resources Business Partner
08.2021 - 08.2023

Job overview

  • Delivered global HR strategy for Go-To-Market ( Customer Success, Professional Services, and Customer Support) organizations ( 600+ employees across the US, APAC, and EMEA)
  • Fostered cross-functional relationships to connect managers and employees and improve overall efficiency.
  • Provided updates on HR policy changes to employees to satisfy compliance and state laws.
  • Developed comprehensive process for new hires and reviewed new hire productivity, optimizing onboarding effectiveness.
  • Identified and implemented appropriate strategies to increase employee satisfaction and retention.
  • Coached managers on effective communication techniques, promoting greater transparency within the organization.
  • Managed conflict resolution processes within the workplace, fostering a positive atmosphere conducive to collaboration and teamwork.
  • Coached managers on effective employee relations strategies to address workplace conflicts proactively.
  • Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
  • Advised senior management on organizational development and change management initiatives.
  • Conducted employee surveys and interviews to evaluate employee engagement and job satisfaction levels.
  • Championed diversity and inclusion initiatives, cultivating a welcoming organizational culture for all employees.
  • Spearheaded talent acquisition efforts for organizational success and strategic growth.
  • Reduced employee turnover rates with targeted retention strategies and support systems.

Epsilon Data Management

Senior Human Resources Business Partner
02.2014 - 08.2021

Job overview

  • Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
  • Negotiated favorable terms with benefits providers, securing cost-effective options for employees while managing company expenses responsibly.
  • Managed full cycle of recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new employees.
  • Discovered and resolved complex employee issues that affected management and business decisions.
  • Investigated and liaised with legal department to respond to complaints of harassment, discrimination, employee grievances, and other sensitive issues and prepared position statements for EEOC.
  • Identified and implemented appropriate strategies to increase employee satisfaction and retention.

US Foods
St Louis, MO

Sr. Human Resources Coordinator
09.2012 - 02.2014

Job overview

  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Improved employee retention with targeted professional development opportunities.
  • Assisted with recruitment process by posting job ads, filtering applications, scheduling interviews, assisting in interview process and drafting offer letters.
  • Completed employee employment verifications and unemployment paperwork prior to hire or termination.
  • Organized corporate events to foster team bonding experiences that contributed to higher camaraderie among staff members.
  • Compiled and monitored data for employee records and personnel documents to support accurate recordkeeping.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee information using up-to-date human resource databases.
  • Supported HR functions with emphasis on record keeping, data entry, and general HR tasks.
  • Supported managers in addressing employee concerns, fostering positive workplace relationships.
  • Handled employee inquiries and complaints regarding policy and benefits issues.

Fathers Support Center, St. Louis
St Louis, MO

HR Generalist
10.2007 - 08.2012

Job overview

  • Supported company growth by leading successful recruitment and hiring campaigns.
  • Administered payroll accurately, ensuring timely payment processing while minimizing errors in calculations or deductions.
  • Implemented succession planning strategies to identify high-potential employees for future leadership roles.
  • Evaluated employee performance fairly using standardized metrics to foster a merit-based work environment.
  • Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
  • Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Performed evaluations of competitor actions, legislative changes and collective bargaining results in order to make sound decisions about future company benefits and compensation.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures within benefit programs, contributing to overall organizational budget goals.
  • Ensured timely processing of life event changes, diligently updating employee records as needed.

Education

Webster University
Webster Groves, MO

Master of Arts from Human Resources Management
10.2009

University of Missouri - St Louis
St Louis, MO

Bachelor of Arts from Communication And Rhetoric
12.2007

Software

Workday

PeopleSoft

Taleo

Greenhouse

Google Workplace

Office365

MS Teams

Slack

Cornerstone

SuccessFactors

360 Learning

Culture Amp

15 Five

Skills

  • Resource Utilization
  • Strategic business planning
  • Change Management
  • Customer Focus
  • Leadership and People Development
  • Entrepreneurial and Innovative
  • Employee Recognition
  • Employee Development
  • Career Pathing
  • Talent management
  • Data Analytics
  • Succession Planning
  • Employee Relations
  • Workforce Planning
  • Managing employee relations

Certification

  • Senior Professional in Human Resources - December 2023
  • Professional in Human Resources - June 2013

Timeline

Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Klaviyo
08.2021 - 08.2023

Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Epsilon Data Management
02.2014 - 08.2021

Sr. Human Resources Coordinator

US Foods
09.2012 - 02.2014

HR Generalist

Fathers Support Center, St. Louis
10.2007 - 08.2012

Webster University

Master of Arts from Human Resources Management

University of Missouri - St Louis

Bachelor of Arts from Communication And Rhetoric
Tanjah BreedloveSenior Human Resources Professional