CHERIE G. JOHNSON, MBA, PHR

*** *** ****** *., ************ Beach, Florida 32250

acuo2d@r.postjobfree.com 904-***-****

SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES PROFESSIONAL

Dedicated leader with a record of accomplishments for strategic business achievements across multiple disciplines

including human resources, operations, and marketing. Highly regarded by directors, business partners and senior

executives as a key advisor, creative problem solver, proactive changeagent and resultsdriven executive. Proven

ability to grow revenue, increase profitability and multiply shareholder value while simultaneously implementing

major change initiatives. Solid credentials, motivated by challenge and driven to succeed. Effective bilingual

communicator. Areas of expertise include: manufacturing, printing, flexible packaging, packaging, distribution center,

warehouse, logistics

Strategic Planning & Visioning HRIS Leadership & Implementation

Recruitment & Selection Benefit and 401(k) Administration

Talent Development & Leadership Safety Policy Development

Networking & Relationship Building Organizational Change Leadership

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

HANANIA Automotive Group, Jacksonville, FL 5/2013 4/2016

Automotive retail group consisting of 14 franchises throughout Florida; employing 525+ team members with 2 direct

reports

Director Human Resources (5/2013)

First Human Resources Professional hired to establish and implement a broad range of human resources functions:

including but not limited to strategic advisement to senior leaders and management, recruiting, training employees and

managers; administering benefits and plan design, HRIS/payroll conversion, and employee relations.

Human Resources Leadership

Strategic partner to CEO, CFO, and General Managers for corporate wide initiatives and workforce management

Recognized and communicated need for centralized recruiting processes across all locations to senior leadership

implementing sourcing strategies while partnering with location management

Vendor management includes; but not limited to: vendor selection, contract negotiation, and utilization; i.e.

background and drug screen processing; benefits, occupational med, ATS, and staffing agencies

Conversion and implementation of first HRIS and upgrade of payroll system to streamline efficiencies in workforce

management; ADP Work Force Now solution: payroll, talent management, human resource management, time and

attendance, and benefits administration

Handbook revision, policy implementation and management, employment forms, non employment form revisions

Created and implemented newhire orientation program to foster a positive attitude towards company goals

Direct responsibility for employee relations to resolution for risk avoidance

Recommended and executed benefit plan design; primary lead of culture to annual eplatform enrollment; partnered

with carriers for electronic digital interface; organized and presented annual open enrollment and monthly benefit

meetings hitting all deadlines to carriers; responsibility for ensuring Affordable Care Act (ACA) system setup,

reporting, and compliance

Liaison to counsel and senior management for ongoing legal matters; develop trusted relationships with workforce for

risk avoidance

Conducted compliance audits in progress for all critical areas.

MALNOVE Holding Company, Inc., Jacksonville, FL 2007 2/2013

A leading provider of Sustainable Packaging Solutions for over 60 years; Four locations: three U.S. based

manufacturing facilities and one international; supporting 575 Associates

Director Benefits and Recruiting (2011 2/2013)

Director Human Resources (2009 2011)

Manager Human Resources (2007 2009)

Recruited to provide strategic human resources leadership and oversight of all companywide activities including

recruiting, retention, employee relations, compensation and benefits, organizational development, and other global HR

initiatives. Responsible for daily management and leadership of 10 direct reports supporting 575+ employees across 3

U.S. based manufacturing locations.

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Strategic Partnering

Served as a strategic business partner and advisor for all senior leaders. Proactively contributed to the

development of the companys business plans and objectives, linking HR policies and programs to annual

goals and objectives.

Guided and advised internal partners for the interpretation and application of HR policies and procedures,

coaching, employee complaints, corrective actions, disciplinary and termination issues.

Partnered with senior executives to solve conflicts in the workplace.

Interacted with colleagues in a way that demonstrated customers concerns.

Ensured problems are heard and resolved proactively to build confidence and trust.

Maintained confidentiality by discussing issues only with appropriate stakeholders.

Human Resources Leadership

Revamped recruiting process resulting in $450,000 savings in 2 years actions included: centralized multi

state recruiting, eliminated search firms, targeted social media recruiting sources, and implementation of

Taleo a robust applicant tracking tool.

Instrumental in planning the deployment of new payroll processing system (Paychex), HRIS application

(HRO) and a benefit management system (Benetrac). These applications provided annual savings of

approximately $100K.

401 (k) fiduciary accountabilities for plan compliance, annual audit, and administration.

Reviewed, revised, and created new HR policies and procedures and programs consistent with and in support

of the companys vision and mission.

Ensured full compliance with applicable state and federal employment laws: Investigated and resolved

pending EEOC claims

Identified need to plan workforce retirements; developed 18 month management Training program; identified

colleagues with packaging concentration mentored through a progression of departments resulting in sales

or department management positions.

Managed HR processes and issues associated with I9 audits to ensure compliance with legal requirements

and government reporting regulations.

Partnered with Plant Manager and safety leaders to initiate new safety policies and procedures that gained

employee acceptance through concerted education and communication efforts.

Identified Florida grant program for training of specialized machinery receiving two (2) grants for $17,500.

Initiated proactive changes to the annual enrollment benefit process creating a more efficient and effective

enrollment process for all employees. ISO AUDIT, AIB, AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF BAKING, FSSC

ADVANTUS CORPORATION, INC., Jacksonville, FL 2004 2007

Established in 1913. Manufacturer of 1,500+ consumer products.

Manager Human Resources (2006 2007)

Generalist Human Resources (2004 2005)

Managed full range of HR functions for the corporate location and a manufacturing/distribution location supporting

130 employees. Provided coaching and leadership for managers in payroll and Kronos timekeeping, performance

management, disciplinary issues, terminations, conflict resolution, and employee training and development.

Human Resources Leadership

Developed bestinclass recruiting and selection program significantly reducing hiring costs for exempt and

nonexempt positions.

Initiated the discovery, selection, and change of organizational payroll vendors from ADP to Paychex.

Accountable for the consistent application, revision, and implementation of policies and procedures.

Researched and implemented webbased assessment testing specific to individual job functions.

Collaborated with business leaders to manage and communicate all aspects of Workers Compensation.

Provided valueadded statistical reports for internal and external customers such as overtime, turnover,

workers compensation incidents, unemployment claims, EEO, OSHA, and other reports.

Facilitated technical training for employee development and growth

Professional Experience Prior to 2004:

Demonstrated expertise and leadership growing, advancing, and sustaining various small businesses.

Principal / Developer Northern Illinois Land Preserve, Inc., Chicago, IL

Manager AAA Chicago Motor Club & Travel Agency, Chicago, IL

Principal/Owner Woodstock Hunt Club, Woodstock, IL

Principal/CoOwner/Developer Splitfire Spark Plug, Inc., FL & IL

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND AFFILIATIONS

Masters of Business Administration (MBA) Business Management Argosy University, Sarasota, Florida (2007)

Bachelor of Science (BS) Double major in Organizational Management & Business Administration. Argosy

University, Sarasota, Florida (2003)

Certified Practitioner MyersBrigg Instrument 2013

Certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) expected June 2014

Certified Professional in Human Resources (PHR)

Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) (2005 to present)

Member, Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) (2003 to present)

SHRM, National Conference attendee 2009 2012

SHRM Jacksonville member certification committee

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Microsoft Office Suite, Paychex, ADP, Benetrac, Kronos, Lawson, HRO, Time & Labor, Taleo

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