Tara Rasing
Seattle,WA
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Business Operations Program Manager
NEC Corporation
10.2022 - Current
- Innovate, monitor, and refine organizational functions, ensuring they align seamlessly with the overarching business goals and metrics.
- Cultivate environment of continuous improvement, leveraging data-driven insights to optimize processes.
- Establish and oversee all functions related to Rhythm of Business (RoB), harmonizing workflows across departments for synchronized execution.
- Collaborate closely with VP on cross-functional initiatives, taking lead in orchestrating discussions, setting agendas, and navigating potential hurdles and risks.
- Manage and guide team of four people and act as intermediary between VP and various stakeholders.
- Keep watchful eye on high-level business outcomes across various teams, extracting actionable insights to drive continuous improvement.
- Take charge of select projects, overseeing every facet from scoping and timelines to budgeting and communication strategies, culminating in seamless launches and impeccable closures.
- Possess comprehensive knowledge of our entire product portfolio, including specifications, functionalities, availability, and performance metrics.
- Drive team efficiency to meet and exceed Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and other key business metrics.
- Communicate clear direction and priorities, fostering culture of high-performance and operational excellence.
- Manage budgets and conduct forecasting reviews for efficient resource allocation.
Global Talent Program Manager
Amazon
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Collaborate with executive leadership to define program objectives, goals, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive program roadmap that aligns with the company's strategic vision.
- Act as a liaison between different departments, ensuring seamless communication and alignment of efforts.
- Facilitate collaboration among regional teams, ensuring consistency in program execution.
- Oversee the execution of programs from initiation to closure, ensuring they meet quality standards, timeline, and budget constraints.
- Monitor and track program progress against established milestones and deliverables.
- Identify and mitigate potential risks and issues that could impact program success.
- Implement contingency plans as needed to address unforeseen challenges.
- Work closely with resource managers to allocate appropriate staff, equipment, and budget to support program objectives.
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders to gather requirements, provide updates, and address concerns.
- Foster strong relationships with key partners, vendors, and clients.
- Prepare regular progress reports, executive summaries, and presentations for leadership review.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation including project plans, status reports, and lessons learned.
- Conduct post-program assessments to measure the effectiveness of initiatives and gather feedback for future improvements.
Talent Management Partner
Amazon
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Implement programs and initiatives to nurture employee growth and development.
- Identify high-potential employees and create succession plans to ensure continuity in key roles.
- Design and implement performance management systems, including goal-setting, feedback mechanisms, and performance evaluations.
- Provide guidance to managers on how to effectively manage and improve employee performance.
- Develop and execute strategies to enhance employee engagement, job satisfaction, and retention.
- Conduct surveys, focus groups, and one-on-one discussions to gather feedback and address concerns.
- Utilize HR analytics and metrics to measure the effectiveness of talent management initiatives.
- Generate reports and insights to inform decision-making and continuous improvement efforts.
- Coordinate and deliver training programs, workshops, and development opportunities to enhance employee skills and capabilities.
Co-Founder of Mental Health and Well-being (MHW)
Amazon
08.2018 - 04.2022
- Spearheaded an astounding 600% growth in the first 8 months, amassing a membership base of approximately 14k across 26 countries.
- Orchestrated stakeholder management and streamlined processes, including the definition of program roadmaps, setting key milestones, providing regular updates, and proactively addressing risks and adaptations.
- Collaborated closely with business units to assess community and organizational pain points, strategically prioritizing actions for maximum impact.
- Chaired a global board of community members to craft a visionary 3-year plan for Mental Health and Well-being.
- Pioneered global mental health programs, established communication platforms for the community, and curated an annual events calendar.
- Forged partnerships with business stakeholders and other ERGs, contributing significantly to the expansion of diversity and inclusion programs.
- Conducted comprehensive data collection and analysis of internal wellness program participation, assessing its tangible value to employees.
- Expertly coordinated, tracked, and promoted Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives across the Product Management function, ensuring widespread visibility and active participation.
Sr. Human Resources Administrator
Amazon
12.2019 - 04.2021
- Produced and analyzed reports for business Vice President and Directors – examples: business scorecard used to identify talent trends and create action items, partner with HRBPs to drive career path sessions/initiatives.
- Coordinate various Talent Management projects, setting the pace for project delivery, driving launches, coordinating reviews, and approvals as necessary.
- Provided orientation for new employees by providing information packets, reviewing company policies, explaining benefit programs and obtaining signatures for documents.
- Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback and procure available information for new training processes.
- Addressed employee conflicts with appropriate urgency, following all corporate procedures.
- Handled on-boarding process for newly hired employees, which included distribution of all paperwork.
- Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding and training for new employees.
- Administered performance evaluations to provide constructive feedback and identify ideal candidates for promotion.
- Enhanced team workflows and employee job satisfaction by coordinating communication between managers and employees.
- Identified and implemented appropriate strategies to increase employee satisfaction and retention.
- Updated training processes by reviewing existing documentation, leveraging feedback from associates and working with legal and compliance teams.
- Distributed employee engagement surveys to identify areas of improvement.
- Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
- Updated HR database with new employee information, changes in benefits and other details.
Recruiting Program Coordinator
AWS, Amazon
04.2018 - 12.2019
- Worked with recruiting teams and human resources and talent acquisition representatives to accomplish hiring objectives
- Developed automated recruiting ticketing system to optimize workflows
- Supported programs by preparing worksheets, gathering communication materials and coordinating meetings
- Pulled weekly data reports that represented the program’s growth, opportunities, and data trends
- Consulted businesses on successful recruiting and retention practices to help minimize turnover and burnout for our customer
- Gathered and organized printed materials required for program participation
- Orchestrated smooth and efficient program development by collaborating cross-functionally across departments
- Prepared monthly reports on recruiting trends for upper management
- Developed and organized routine and special programming by factoring in slot timing, demographics and other important parameters
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones
- Automated the ticketing system used for the program
- Implement policies and practices
- Document programmatic processes and look for ways to optimize processes.
Patient Care Program Coordinator
Microsoft
08.2017 - 02.2018
- Act as a central point of contact for patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Schedule appointments and coordinate follow-up care for seamless services.
- Conduct patient assessments and educate them on treatment plans.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to create personalized care plans.
- Manage patient records and advocate for patients' needs within the system.
- Assist with insurance coordination and verify coverage details.
- Monitor patient progress and provide emotional support when needed.
- Coordinate diagnostic tests, surgeries, and other medical procedures.
- Connect patients with community resources and support groups.
- Stay updated on industry regulations and best practices.
- Strategic planning
- Networking and coordination
- Thorough communication and strong interpersonal skills
- Efficiency with Microsoft products and systems.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A - Business, Government, And Economics
Seattle Pacific University
Seattle, WA06.2017
Skills
- Operational Efficiency
- People Leadership
- Budget Coordination
- Strategic Direction
- Business Planning
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Team Leadership
- Project Management
Timeline
Sr. Business Operations Program Manager
NEC Corporation
10.2022 - Current
Global Talent Program Manager
Amazon
11.2021 - 11.2022
Talent Management Partner
Amazon
04.2021 - 12.2021
Sr. Human Resources Administrator
Amazon
12.2019 - 04.2021
Co-Founder of Mental Health and Well-being (MHW)
Amazon
08.2018 - 04.2022
Recruiting Program Coordinator
AWS, Amazon
04.2018 - 12.2019
Patient Care Program Coordinator
Microsoft
08.2017 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Arts (B.A - Business, Government, And Economics
Seattle Pacific University
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