Conscientious and compassionate human resources professional with drive for helping employers recruit, develop and retain qualified candidates. Skilled at partnering with management teams to build employee-centric cultures promoting positive morale and optimizing productivity. Motivating and positive with excellent interpersonal, coaching and communication skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Distribution Center Manager
HD Supply
12.2021 - 04.2024
Supervised multi-site location with a team of 70 employees and oversaw all activities 100k sf
Created and maintained a positive work environment, promoting strong teamwork and employee engagement.
Managed both inbound and outbound deliveries to verify orders were picked and shipped on time or swiftly and correctly placed into inventory.
Developed strong relationships with transportation partners to ensure on-time delivery and cost-effective shipping solutions.
Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.
Operations Manager
The Home Depot Pro
03.2019 - 12.2021
Managed multi-site location of 175 sf
Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
Led successful change initiatives, ensuring seamless transitions during organizational restructuring efforts.
Championed safety protocols to maintain secure working environment, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
Recruiter Manager
The Home Depot Store Support Center
02.2015 - 03.2019
Evaluated current staffing levels against projected business growth to identify future hiring needs and proactively address talent gaps.
Implemented candidate feedback surveys to assess and improve the overall recruitment experience for prospective employees.
Facilitated interview training sessions for hiring managers to improve candidate experience during the selection process.
Conducted thorough candidate pre-screenings, ensuring only the most qualified applicants were presented to hiring managers for consideration.
Established effective communication channels between recruiters and hiring managers, fostering collaborative environment that supported efficient decision making.
Store Manager
The Home Depot
02.1996 - 02.2015
Lead a staff of 300+ employees, in 2 high volume locations.
Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
Managed financial aspects of store operations, including budget planning, expense tracking, and accurate record-keeping to maintain fiscal responsibility.
Organized special events such as seasonal sales promotions to drive foot traffic into the store and increase sales opportunities.
Developed a successful employee retention plan, reducing staff turnover rates significantly.
Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members, both salaried and hourly
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration/Human Resources
Strayer University
Washington, DC
Skills
Team Supervision
Continuous Improvement
Inventory Management
Order Fulfillment
Employee Retention
Coaching and mentoring initiatives
Worker safety procedures
Warehouse staff management
Customer Service
Decision-Making
Critical Thinking
Profit and Loss Management
Hazardous Material Handling
Timeline
Distribution Center Manager
HD Supply
12.2021 - 04.2024
Operations Manager
The Home Depot Pro
03.2019 - 12.2021
Recruiter Manager
The Home Depot Store Support Center
02.2015 - 03.2019
Store Manager
The Home Depot
02.1996 - 02.2015
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration/Human Resources