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Wolfe Steven

Grand Rapids

Summary



Human Resources professional prepared to drive organizational success through effective people management and strategic planning. Expertise in employee relations, talent acquisition, engagement, and leadership coaching, with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving measurable outcomes. Adaptable and reliable, skilled in navigating dynamic environments and aligning HR strategies with business goals.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Human Resources

Steelcase Inc.
01.2009 - 06.2025
  • Managed a team of HR business partners
  • Coordinated and worked with management on developing and implementing workforce plans
  • Managed complex employee relations issues, reducing legal risks and maintaining a positive work environment.
  • Coached leaders on specific situations and strategies to increase employee engagement and performance
  • Implemented data-driven decision-making processes within the HR department to identify areas of improvement.
  • Created succession planning strategies to ensure leadership continuity and long-term success.
  • Conducted thorough job analyses to develop accurate position descriptions and salary structures.
  • Participated at strategic and operational level to develop and strengthen human resources services, relationships and goals.

Human Resources Business Partner

Steelcase Inc.
01.2005 - 01.2009
  • Coached managers on effective employee relations strategies to address workplace conflicts proactively.
  • Managed complex employee relations issues to promote a healthy workplace culture.
  • Identified HR training needs and conducted training for employees and leadership while recommending approaches to effect continual improvements in business objectives, productivity, and within company to reach business goals.
  • Managed full cycle of recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new employees
  • Coached leaders on employee retention, engagement, and performance
  • Partnered with senior leaders on organizational development initiatives for continued growth.
  • Championed diversity and inclusion initiatives, cultivating a welcoming organizational culture for all employees.

Human Resources Manager

Steelcase Inc.
01.1995 - 01.2005
  • Provided HR support for manufacturing plants
  • Manpower planning
  • Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
  • Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
  • Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
  • Provide leadership training on HR related topics

Sales Service Representative

Steelcase Inc.
03.1989 - 01.1995

Provided support to our dealer network for order entry, manufacturing, delivery and installation of our products



Education

Human Resources Management

The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH

Skills

  • Talent acquisition
  • Employee relations
  • Organizational development
  • Retention strategies
  • Workforce planning
  • Diversity and inclusion
  • Internal communications
  • Performance management
  • Succession planning
  • Human resources management

Timeline

Director of Human Resources

Steelcase Inc.
01.2009 - 06.2025

Human Resources Business Partner

Steelcase Inc.
01.2005 - 01.2009

Human Resources Manager

Steelcase Inc.
01.1995 - 01.2005

Sales Service Representative

Steelcase Inc.
03.1989 - 01.1995

Human Resources Management

The Ohio State University