Project Manager Human Resources

Janet L. Nelson

*** ******** *****

Freehold, NJ 07728

Phone: 732-***-****

Email: **********@***.***

Summary: Senior HR Generalist with proven track record of progressive

growth. Solutions driven manager, mentor and coach for all levels of

company population. Skilled in the development and implementation of

training programs for exempt and non-exempt personnel. Demonstrated strong

organizational and critical thinking skills with notable experience in the

management of change, and associated cost reductions.

Professional experience:

Fortunoff Wayne, NJ 1987- 2009

Director of Human Resources - North Jersey Region 2003-

2009

. Senior generalist responsibility for multiple locations which include

a $70 million main business unit, four smaller retail units totaling

$25 million in revenue, and three warehouse facilities with total

exempt and non-exempt populations up to 750, and a total payroll

budget exceeding $17 million.

. Strategic planning partner with operations management on all payroll

and staffing initiatives. Key to the planning and successful

implementation of a 40% reduction in payroll, by redefining job

functions and reduction in staff, without legal challenge.

. Accountable for recruitment and retention, as well as succession

planning and organizational development at all levels. Successful

talent selection and development contributed to a turnover rate of

46%; less than of industry average.

. Decision maker responsible for policy enforcement and progressive

discipline.

. Responsible for the composition and maintenance of company handbook

for total population exceeding 2,500.

. Ensure compliance with federal and state labor law. Proficient in

conflict resolution, including interview and investigation techniques.

Responsible for harassment and associate relations investigations,

partner with Loss Prevention on all integrity investigations. Liaison

with legal counsel with track record for successful company results.

. Developed corporate management training programs for total company

exempt population. Delivered,"train the trainer" sessions for

counterparts. Responsible for training oversight, including

development of in house programs designed to meet the developmental

needs of reporting locations. Strong platform delivery skills.

. Mentor for all levels of management in order to facilitate career

development and succession planning.

. Accountable for performance evaluation and administration of wage and

salary, as well as benefits administration for reporting locations.

. Chaired planning of annual corporate recognition events for sales

productivity and service. Attendance exceeded 300 at both events,

with time sensitive and budget restraints.

. Capitalized on strengths of the HR and Training team members in order

to promote department success. Identified team member weaknesses, in

order to provide guidance toward growth.

Director of Human Resources - Project Manager for White Plains Store

Opening 2003

. Developed and implemented payroll budget and staffing plans for new

location opening.

. Researched salary and compensation levels for new company market.

. Planned recruitment effort for an initial hire exceeding 650 exempt

and non-exempt associates. Set up of processes for drug testing and

background checks. Reviewed sourcing strategies and negotiated

contracts with vendors to support recruitment efforts.

. Developed reporting for applicant tracking metrics.

. Interfaced with all levels of company management to support off-site

recruitment effort during location construction. Managed coverage

needs and coached management on interview techniques.

. Responsible for the communication of company culture to newly hired HR

executives and associates.

. Coordinated with training division to facilitate both classroom and

hands on training for all new associates and executives.

. Maintained responsibility for Woodbridge location by coaching

reporting team and providing legal guidance.

Director of Human Resources - Woodbridge, NJ 1997-

2003

. Senior generalist responsibility for $60 million business unit.

. Became member of company's operating board.

. Acquired additional responsibility for 400,000 square foot home

delivery warehouse.

. Designed turnover reporting metrics adopted by total company.

Human Resource Manager - Woodbridge, NJ 1991-1997

. Junior generalist for $60 million business unit.

. Primarily responsible for recruitment and associate relations.

Human Resource Manager, Home Division- Wayne, NJ 1987-

1991

Education:

Bachelor of Arts in Education- Rowan University, Glassboro, NJ

Cum laude graduation

Professional Affiliations: Society for Human Resource Management

National Association of Professional Women

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