Innovative multi-unit people operations leader with reliable success in workforce management & planning, talent development & acquisition, and change management to drive continuous process improvement in a fast-paced environment. Dynamic professional with a proven track record in complex problem solving, diversity program development, and staff relations for over 3,000 associates. Focused on leveraging cross-functional leadership skills and HR expertise to elevate a growing organization through an impactful role.
Skills & Core Strengths
Talent Management
Talent Development
Employee Relations
Training & Development
Diversity Program Management
Strategic Planning
Relationship Management
HR Data Analysis
Performance Management
Team Leadership
Professional Experience
08/2020 to Current
Sr. Manager, People OperationsCalithera Biosciences, Inc. – South San Francisco, CA,
Oversee workforce management programs by developing business plans, forming a $1B budget strategy, and maximizing talent within the organization.
Create and implement training resources & solutions, develop contingency plans & policies, and analyze metrics to achieve performance goals.
Transform company culture & cross-functional collaboration by creating the People Lead Optimization Team.
Initiated a new ownership approach to staffing & follow-up by creating partnerships with local veterans & teen organizations, resulting in stronger talent pipelines.
Spearhead talent management initiatives by forming new programs, establishing performance & talent calibration processes, and conducting annual talent reviews.
Deploy continuous improvement by identifying talent gaps, leveraging data from talent review meetings, and launching recruiting & workforce planning strategies.
Partnered with internal leaders, managers, and other stakeholders to optimize workflows and improve efficiency for talent development initiatives.
10/2015 to 08/2020
Sr. Manager, Human ResourcesAbbott Laboratories – San Juan, TX,
Orchestrated key cost reduction & market restructuring projects to decrease turnover by 50%, saving the company $200K, and minimize impact to associates pay and benefits.
Streamlined HR operations by revamping new hire orientations & training programs, optimizing onboarding processes, and reducing "apply to hire" time by 14 days.
Attracted top local talent by directing job fairs, strengthening relationships with diverse networks, and forming partnerships with local organizations.
Administered employee relations by handling employee claims, evaluating performance- & harassment-based incidents, and liaising between multiple business divisions.
Facilitated market expansion initiatives by conducting demand analysis, launching process improvements, and driving bottom-line growth in the organization.
Showcased excellent team leadership skills by directing a team of human resource professionals, delivering full-cycle talent management, and maximizing productivity for critical positions.
Assessed training program success & best practices, presented findings & solutions to upper leadership, and ensured smooth implementation.
Education
Expected in 2009 to to
Master of Arts: Human Resources
Development Webster University - St Louis, MO GPA:
Expected in 2006 to to
M.P.Adm: Public Administration Webster University - St Louis, MO GPA:
Expected in 2002 to to
Bachelor of Arts: Criminal Justice University of Arkansas At Pine Bluff - Pine Bluff, AR GPA:
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