MARTIN HOLTZMAN
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Santa Barbara, California 93109 e-mail: *************@***.***
An innovative human resources professional who has created and implemented
programs that have generated more than $50 million in cost savings and
profit contributions for global electromechanical, biopharmaceutical and
medical device manufacturers as well as a telecom equipment company.
Partnered with diverse technical, sales, services, operations and
management groups to contribute significantly to profitability and
productivity.
Expertise includes outstanding skills in the design and administration of
international human capital programs, including compensation, benefits,
organization development, change management, workforce planning, talent
management, employee relations, and environmental health and safety.
EXPERIENCE
Power-One, Incorporated (NASDAQ: PWER), Camarillo, California 2009-2010
Vice President, Human Resources
Led a global human resources team for the world's second largest
renewable energy and power supply manufacturer with 4,000 employees
in North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific regions.
. Established a global staffing function to support rapid expansion
plans. Filled 250 openings in executive, technical,
sales/marketing and finance roles within key metrics parameters.
. Provided human resources leadership for inter-company production
line transfers, plant consolidations, and facility openings and
closings without disruption to operations, while reducing overall
costs.
. Implemented a low cost employee retention plan in China, reducing
turnover from 90% to 20%.
. Conceived and implemented a global incentive plan, enhancing
employee morale and productivity.
. Redesigned the executive compensation program, which was approved
by the Board of Directors.
. Restructured the employee benefits program to reduce costs without
reducing benefits. Improved human resources productivity through a
no cost, online enrollment process and an outsourced services
provider.
. Created a talent assessment process to support a new market
strategy and organization structure.
Zebra Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: ZBRA), Camarillo, California
2003-2009
Director, Human Resources
Managed a multi-site human resources group, supporting global
operations for the world's largest manufacturer of barcode and card
printers with $900 million in sales and 3,000 employees worldwide.
. Participated in the development of an outsourcing initiative to
generate $20 million in cost of goods and operating expense
savings. Assembled and led a project team that created and
implemented:
- A two-year workforce plan, involving 600 direct labor, 85
professional and 30 management staff, which facilitated the
smooth transition from domestic to global supply chain
operations.
- A communications program directed to employees, vendors,
customers, shareholders and public agencies, ensuring positive
media and employee relations throughout the transition.
- Severance and retention plans that maintained productivity, on-
time delivery and product quality metrics during the
transition.
- A plan to obtain additional federal funding, resulting in the
receipt of Trade Adjustment Act benefits valued at $7 million
for outplaced employees.
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. Created a talent assessment process for 200 domestic, EMEA and
APAC regional management staff, resulting in talent upgrades, role
changes and a succession plan roadmap.
. Introduced targeted executive coaching, teambuilding and
management training programs that were instrumental in
accelerating product development and resolving major business
issues.
. Redesigned the temporary staffing program, resulting in a $1
million annual rate reduction, lower turnover, enhanced candidate
quality, reduced time-to-fill and improved production operations.
. Led a project to consolidate two U.S. manufacturing sites that
reduced annual operating costs by $3.6 million, standardized
processes, and improved product quality and time-to-market.
. Developed a paid-time-off program, which was well-received by
employees, consolidating diverse plans, policies and processes at
multiple sites while reducing costs and easing administration.
. Conducted due diligence and developed integration plans in support
of three foreign and domestic acquisitions, minimizing costs,
maximizing talent retention and maintaining business continuity.
. Complied with international trade and OSHA regulations at nine
manufacturing plants after establishing the company's first
environmental health and safety function.
Somera Communications, Inc., (NASDAQ, SMRA) Santa Barbara, California
2001-2003
Vice President, Human Resources
Lead a global human resources team for a $200 million
telecommunications equipment and services provider with 325
employees in the North and South America, EMEA and Asia Pacific
regions.
. Recruited a global senior management team in six months, avoiding
$500,000 in search expenses.
. Restructured sales and management incentive plans, saving $1.2
million annually.
. Restructured the employee benefits program, including health,
welfare, time-off and 401(k) plans.
. Implemented training programs covering management, sales,
administration and technical groups, resulting in improved
productivity and a 30% reduction in key employee turnover.
. Conducted human resources due diligence and integration for two
successful acquisitions.
. Converted human resources record-keeping to an automated human
resources information system.
. Managed three company-wide restructurings, resulting in $6 million
in payroll expense reductions.
. Provided executive coaching and leadership development to the
senior management team.
Alpha Therapeutic Corporation, a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Chemicals, Los
Angeles, California 1982-2000
Vice President, Human Resources (1995-2000)
Led the human resources team for a $400 million, biopharmaceutical
manufacturer with 3,500 employees in 125 locations throughout the
United States, Europe and Asia.
. Obtained a $1 million training grant from the State of California.
. Developed an environmental compliance strategy that generated
$750,000 in cash payments.
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. Implemented process improvements that accelerated product
development and FDA licensure.
. Designed and implemented a competency-based performance management
system.
. Developed and implemented training programs that complied with FDA
regulations.
. Implemented a team-building program that improved employee
communications and productivity.
. Redesigned long- and short-term incentive plans that resolved a
retention issue of key executives.
Director, Human Resources (1989-1995)
Managed the organizational development, compensation, benefits and
executive staffing functions.
. Revamped the healthcare program, saving $2 million without
reducing coverage levels.
. Implemented a sales incentive plan that contributed to a 20%
increase in sales.
. Designed a paid-time-off plan that saved $1 million without a
reduction in benefit levels.
. Developed a training program for high-potential staff in support
of the company's succession plan.
Manager, Compensation and Benefits (1984-1989)
Benefits Manager (1983-1984)
Compensation Analyst (1982-1983)
Designed and maintained corporate compensation and employee benefit
programs, including:
. The company's first 401(k) saving plan.
. Management incentive programs that tied performance to business
objectives.
. A business unit profit sharing plan that covered more than 1,000
employees at 75 locations.
. Redesigned pay structures for administrative, production,
technical, sales and executive groups.
EDUCATION
University of California, Irvine, Irvine, California
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
CERTIFICATIONS
California State Teaching Credential, Social Science/Mathematics
Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), American Compensation
Association
Certified Development Dimensions International Facilitator
AWARDS/AFFILIATION
Human Resources Executive of the Year - Ventura Country, 2006-2007
Twice received the President/CEO award at the Alpha Therapeutic
Corporation, 1989 and 1994
National Human Resources Association (NHRA) Professional Development
Committee