Human Resources Management

Jason Tooral, MBA, CHRP

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Whitby, Ontario, L1R 2V7

Cell Phone: 905-***-****

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

OBJECTIVE

A Senior Executive Industrial Relations / Human Resources position, with a firm that utilizes my Human Resources skills and business acumen.

QUALIFICATIONS

Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) – Human Resources Professionals Association of OntarioMasters of Business Administration (HR Concentration) – Centenary CollegePost-Graduate Certificate in Human Resources Management (Honors) – Humber CollegeUndergraduate Degree in Industrial Relations Management (Honors) - University of TorontoDirector – Clarendon Foundation Board of Directors

WORK HISTORY

HUMAN RESOURCES LEADER – GLOBAL SENIOR EXECUTIVE

Team Solutions, Toronto

September 2010 – Present

Reporting to the President & CEO, provides global leadership on all HR Strategy, Talent Development, Employee & Labour Relations, Training, Benefits and Payroll matters in Canada, UK, China, and The US.Developed global HR strategic plan for expansion in Europe and AsiaSenior Executive for Human Resources Department - GloballyManage a team of six (6) Human Resources professionals globally.Forecast and manage a department budget of $2,600,000.Aligned/upgraded global HR team to business strategy while reducing global HR costs by 18%.Responsible for all global employee transfers (Trade Nafta, L1A, & L1B)Develop and implement yearly HR business plan that is aligned with TEAM business strategies.Created national and international talent acquisition strategies that enabled the company to grow 20% annually while lowering recruiting costs and headhunter spend (17% - 550,000) successfully filling 98% of all position openings within 45-days.Designed and facilitated retention strategies that reduced turnover to less than 10%.Oversee 9 Canadian Collective Agreements (CAW) & 5 US Collective Agreements (UAW).Lead negotiator in all Collective Bargaining with CAW & UAW.Develop HR Standard Operating Procedures and Forms for Canada, US, UK, & ChinaSuccessfully completed two HRIS total system conversions.Develop business plans for the company.Spearhead the Job Evaluation system under a long term vision of the final compensation scale structure.Closed most of the pre-existing open litigation cases and substantially reduced the grievance frequency.Lead the design and implementation of programs and processes to prepare the organization for significant growth including Performance Management system, compensation structure and career ladder framework.Redesigned medical coverage, directed competitive bid process for all self-insured health plans, and successfully converted both coverage and carriers within a 90-day period culminating in $250K annual savings.Oversee corporate cases at legislative tribunals, advises internal/external counsel in case preparation, presentation, settlement and/or resolution.Led the design/implementation of a performance management system linked to compensation to drive organizational performance and improve individual development planning. As a result, the quality of and number of performance reviews increased.Launched employee initiatives such as: The TEAM Paper, The Employee Referral Program, and an Employee Assistance program.Created succession planning process and leadership competency profile to identify and define development plans/career paths for high potential leadership talent. Launched comprehensive Leadership Development Program, in partnership with the Ivey School of Business, improving succession capabilities, identifying leadership gaps and enhancing employee engagement.Drove diversity programs (AAP/EEO Plan) and compliance; settled over 150 EEOC charges.

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER – GREATER TORONTO AREA

Maple Leaf Foods, Toronto

Maple Leaf Frozen Bakery, Canada Bread

March 2008 – September 2010

Lead a team of three (3) Human Resource Supervisors responsible for providing all Human Resource services, including employment, compensation, benefits, training, safety and associate relations.Forecast and manage a department budget of $1,500,000.Team Member on HR SAP Implementation teamDesigned digital social media recruitment strategy that increased applicant flow, cut time-to-fill rate in half, and reduced cost per hire by 50%.Key strategic member of the leadership team, developing progressive HR strategies and programs.Lead the development and implementation of Change Management initiatives through Six Sigma Projects.Participated in contract negotiations with BCTGMIU, providing backup for the Chief Spokesperson as required.Prepared Collective Bargaining Mandate for Director of Human Resources, North America.Managed Plant Closure protocol with respect to HR Cost Analysis, Exit Interviews, & Termination Letters.

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER

Wal-Mart Canada Corporation, Mississauga

Wal-Mart Supercentres (Oshawa, Belleville, Calgary, Edmonton)

March 2007 – March 2008

Led a team of four (4) Human Resource Generalists responsible for providing all Human Resource services, including employment, compensation, benefits, training, safety and associate relations.Forecast and manage a department budget of $1,800,000.Supported Supercentres in Ontario (Greater Toronto, Eastern Ontario) and Alberta (Calgary & Edmonton). Created and drove HR initiatives that boosted employee retention rate from 73% to 90%.Created and implemented various Associate Relations and Health & Safety Corporate Forms.Completed monthly Regional Human Resources Scorecard for Corporate Human Resources.Created Action Plans for Corporate Audits (CANSTAR) and ensures timely corrective action.Ensured succession and development planning (PAR Assessment) for hourly associates and management.Maintained the HR budget annually, and ensured compliance to allocated budgets.Liaison with all government agencies. (Human Rights Commission, Employment Standards Branch)

DIVISIONAL HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER

Royal Group Technologies Limited (Georgia Gulf Corporation), Woodbridge

Royal Pipes Systems (Royal Pipe Co., Fabtech Co., Royal Quickstop)

May 2006 – March 2007

Implemented Georgia Gulf Corporation ER and H&S Policies following the acquisition of RGTL by GGC.Completed monthly Divisional Human Resources Scorecard for Corporate Human Resources.Increased Labour productivity (12%) - identified departments of higher Labour hours & restructured accordingly.Created Job Descriptions by conducting Job Analysis’s on each position within division.Assisted Management with the application of legislation: (i) ESA, (ii) LRA, and (iii) Human Rights.Conducted efficient and effective WSIB / STD / LTD claims management.

EMPLOYEE RELATIONS GENERALIST / HR GENERALIST

Atlantic Packaging Products, Scarborough

Consumer Products / Flexible Packaging Products Division

May 2005 – May 2006Developed and implemented division wide Employee Recognition Program for hourly team members.Conducted Wage & Benefit reviews for both the Consumers and Flexible Products Division.Managed all WSIB claims, and Early and Safe Return to Work Program.

HR / LABOUR RELATIONS COORDINATOR (INTERN)

Rubbermaid Canada, Mississauga

September 2004 to May 2005Established working relationships with management, union representatives and the union executive.Provided advice on interpretation and implementation of local collective agreements.Prepared Management Proposal for Collective Bargaining.

TECHNICAL RECRUITER

Teksystems, Toronto

January 2004 to September 2004 Conducted Full life cycle recruiting, including sourcing, candidate screening, interviewing, reference and background checking, salary negotiations and building/maintaining a network within the IT community and relationships with both clients and job candidates.Supported the sales efforts of the sales staff through good public relations, responsiveness and service.

LABOUR RELATIONS COORDINATOR

Daimler Chrysler Canada, Brampton

November 1998 to January 2004 Established working relationships with management, union representatives and the union executive.Resolved Labour issues, ie. Grievances through the negotiation with the union and management.Communicated with the union on behalf of the management group on new company initiatives, projects etc.Interpreted, advised and communicated collective agreement language.Administered grievances filed under the collective agreement.

EDUCATION

2008-2010 MASTERS OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION HR CONCENTRATION

Centenary College, NJ

2004-2005 POST – GRADUATE CERTIFICATE HUMAN RESOURCES

Humber College, ON

1999-2003 HONORS BACHELOR OF ARTS INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS

University of Toronto, ON

COMPUTERS & LANGUAGES

Operating Systems: MS-DOS; Windows 3.1/3.11/95/98/00/XPSoftware: MS Project, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, Lotus 1-2-3, MS Visio 2003, MS Office 2000, Office XP, Spreadsheet, Word Perfect, SAPFluent in English, Intermediate Level in French and, Beginner Spanish.

MEMBERSHIPS & CERTIFICATES

Member of HRPAO (Human Resource Professionals Association of Ontario)CHRP – Successfully passed the Professional Practice Assessment ExamIAPA JHSC Certification Training Part I & II – Manufacturing SectorSix Sigma Green Belt – Level 2Management Performance Seminar – Georgia Gulf CorporationInternal Auditor Workshop - Georgia Gulf CorporationWSIA and Workers Compensation Claims Management – Gowlings LLPClear Language: Transportation of Dangerous Goods – Team-1Conflict Management: Win – Win Approach – The T-R Group Inc.

References and Academic transcripts available upon request.

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