Hi, I’m
Thalia Olivares
HR Manager
Bethel,United States
Summary
Results-driven management professional with a proven ability to lead teams to success. Strong focus on team collaboration, operational efficiency, and achieving measurable outcomes. Adept at strategic planning, process improvement, and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence. Known for adaptability and consistently meeting changing organizational needs.
Overview
16
years of professional experience
Work History
H&M Hennes & Mauritz
East Coast Regional HRBP Manager
06.2022 - 04.2024
Job overview
- Crafted a comprehensive people strategy, resulting in a 30% improvement in employee engagement scores over a two-year period
- Enabled a scalable HR infrastructure supporting a 25% growth in workforce through strategic workforce planning and organizational design
- Led talent acquisition strategies that decreased time-to-hire by 15% while improving the quality of hires
- Implemented targeted leadership development programs, growing the internal promotion rate by 21% and reducing turnover of store colleagues by -30% LY
- Successfully negotiated collective bargaining agreements, improving labor relations and operational efficiency
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
H&M Hennes & Mauritz
Area HR Manager
01.2021 - 06.2022
Job overview
- Developed and executed strategic HR initiatives that aligned with corporate goals, leading to a 10% increase in productivity
- Spearheaded a diversity and inclusion campaign, increasing minority representation in leadership positions by 20%
- Directed a successful training initiative that optimized team performance, resulting in sustained excellence
- Managed compensation and benefits programs ensuring market competitiveness and internal equity
- Drove performance management processes that enhanced employee accountability and performance
H&M Hennes & Mauritz
Country HR Manager
12.2018 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Led a cross-functional HRIS system implementation, improving data accuracy and reporting capabilities
- Coordinated with the legal team to mitigate risks, reducing compliance infractions by 20%
- Oversaw the development and implementation of a company-wide retention strategy, reducing turnover by 15%
- Implemented leadership training modules that increased managerial effectiveness across the company
H&M Hennes & Mauritz
South America Learning, Performance and Development Manager
07.2016 - 12.2018
Job overview
- Responsible for creating budgeting for yearly trainings
- Coordinated and prioritized training courses for 4000+ employees
- Developed surveys to identify training needs based on projected market growth of 22%
- Negotiated with vendors to reduce resource expenditure by 17%
Education
Western CT State University, Danbury, CT
Psychology
05.2003
Skills
- Strategic Human Resources Leadership
- Talent Management & Acquisition
- Organizational Development
- Performance Management
- Compensation & Benefits
- Employee Relations
- Budget Management
- Team Leadership
- Time Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Cross-functional team management
Accomplishments
- Increased employee engagement by 30% through strategic HR initiatives at H&M.
- Significantly reduced time-to-hire and improved hire quality at H&M.
- Developed leadership programs resulting in a 21% growth in internal promotions at H&M.
- Secured HR Audit to enhance HR data accuracy and HR decision-making.
- Secured great partnership with union representatives and prevented strikes that would hinder business.
- Secured Inclusive teams demonstrating higher productivity, innovation and engagement.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
HybridRemoteOn-SiteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureCareer advancementHealthcare benefitsPaid time offPaid sick leaveStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingPersonal development programsWork from home option401k matchTimeline
East Coast Regional HRBP Manager
H&M Hennes & Mauritz
06.2022 - 04.2024
Area HR Manager
H&M Hennes & Mauritz
01.2021 - 06.2022
Country HR Manager
H&M Hennes & Mauritz
12.2018 - 01.2021
South America Learning, Performance and Development Manager
H&M Hennes & Mauritz
07.2016 - 12.2018
Western CT State University
Psychology
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