Mark Amachree, MBA **********@*******.***
** **** ***** ***** *********, New York 11772
Summary
An experienced Human Resources Manager with over 14 years of management
experience, recognized as visionary and creative thinker adept at providing
the highest level of corporate management practices. An accomplished track
record of consistently developing core efficiency initiatives to drive
organizational change and performance improvements. Excellent Human
Resources qualifications in benefits, payroll, recruiting and employee
relations. A Manager that respects and leverages human capital via
mentoring, motivating, and leading by example. Acts as relationship builder
and problem resolution expert with wide ranging Human Resources experience
in union & non-union organizations. Microsoft Office (Word, Excel,
PowerPoint, Outlook), Peoplesoft, ADP, and Kronos.
Professional Experience
BuyBuyBaby Inc. Garden City, NY
District Human Resources Manager 2003 - 2010
. Managed the overall operation of the Human Resources Administration
function in 20 different stores.
. Strong emphasis on recruiting, identifying and promoting talent and
instituting succession planning.
. Handled employee benefits and payroll directly with ADP, including
training Store Managers.
. Acted as liaison with Benefits and Payroll Departments to process and
collect employee data.
. Maintained strong employee relations to ensure accessibility and
overall positive team morale in stores.
. Proven ability demonstrated to balance multiple priorities in a
dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Canal Jean Co. New York, NY
Human Resource Director 2000 - 2003
. Managed Human Resources functions at 2 locations, including
negotiating with Brokers on insurance rates.
. Consistently supervised, monitored, and coached staff to maintain
optimum performance targets.
. Specialized experience in planning, organizing, selecting, and
coordinating of employee benefit programs.
. Improved the overall quality and capability of the organization
through recruiting and delivering of strategic HR plans which resulted
in 30% sales increase and 60% reduction in recruiting expense.
. Applied cost-conscious decision making to deliver high-quality
outcomes in a timely manner.
Bloomingdale's Inc New York, NY
Regional Staffing Manager - NY 1999 - 2000
. Analyzed productivity, selling costs, and staffing levels in various
FOBS's and recommended solutions to Senior Management, which resulted
in a 5% increase in margin.
. Managed daily operations of a 4 person management team, monitoring
individual work performances for optimum productivity.
. Implemented process improvements which significantly reduced the cost
of recruiting by 30%.
Human Resources Manager - NJ 1998 - 1999
. Administered personnel, training, and benefits policies for over 400
Executive and Staff Associates.
. Developed solutions to complex problems, which required the use of
innovation while ensuring solutions are consistent with core
objectives.
. Executed policies, and procedures which reduced operating costs and
increased productivity.
Human Resources Representative - 59TH Street Store, NY 1997 - 1998
. Personnel Representative for 527 Associates in 2 selling divisions and
3 support areas - total revenue $140M.
. Recruited and staffed above areas of responsibility with quality
Associates to ensure high productivity.
. Educated management personnel on how to supervise in a complex union
environment.
Assistant Manager - Store Sales Support, NY 1996 - 1997
. Provided strong facilities support to Store as manager of a staff of
approximately 150 associates.
Education
Adelphi University - MBA - Concentration in Management Garden City,
NY
Lincoln University - B.S. in Business Administration
Jefferson City, MO