Human Resources Executive

JUDY R. BERMUDEZ, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, CLRP

**** ******** ***** **** *** Sandpiper Lane #310

Sandusky, OH 44870 Wadsworth, OH 44281

Cell 419-***-**** *************@*****.*** (second home address)

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A values driven Senior HR Executive with extensive experience as a strategic business partner within large and complex customer-driven organizations. Proven track record at the corporate level, and successful execution with multi-site domestic and international experience. Proactive leader with expertise in organizational development, employee relations, strategic planning, team-building, benefits and compensation, succession planning, performance management, analyzing business processes, design and implementation of policies, driving change, and delivery on balanced scorecard metrics.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

Master’s Degree - Cleveland State University, Clinical Psychology, Industrial Internship

Bachelor’s Degree - Cleveland State University, Psychology

SPHR (Senior Professional Human Resources through HRCI), May 2003

SHRM-SCP (Society of Human Resource Management – Senior Certified Professional), February 2015

Certified AchieveGlobal Trainer (fka Zenger-Miller) December 2002

Certified SDI Trainer (Strength Deployment Inventory) 2007

CLRP (Certified Labor Relations Professional) - Michigan State University, April 2008

PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS AND SKILLS

20+ years executive level experience

24+ years professional experience providing multi-site domestic HR leadership in manufacturing/distribution and 4+ years global experience

Collaborative and strategic leader within large ($1B+) organizations with matrix structure

Ability to develop HR teams to optimize programs and processes to drive performance and increase employee engagement in positive work environments

Creating and sustaining organizational strength via multiple processes including succession planning, mentoring, and Talent Development

7+ years labor relations/lead negotiator/labor strategy

Strategic analysis of benefit and comp plans – consistent cost savings

Design and implementation of supplemental comp plans

Preparation of annual HR budget to align with strategic business goals

Preparation and presentation of analytics to Board of Directors and other stake holders

Developed and implemented bench-mark corporate/division level policies and procedures

Start-up and launch of new facilities and programs, due diligence, acquisitions & mergers

Expert employee relations skills, ability to gain trust and respect of “business partners” via communication skills and relationship development

Expert consulting/mentoring skills and ability to interface comfortably at all levels

Values based leader who is an effective driver of cultural and organizational change

Consistent delivery on corporate goals and objectives – Lean systems implementation

Lead facilities and safety, payroll, comp & benefits, HRIS, and HR groups

Board Trustee for 401k and ESOP plans and Board Executive for non-profit agencies

PC skills: Microsoft Office, PeopleSoft (including implementation project)

Achieve cost reductions in multiple benefit and comp programs

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SmithFoods Inc. (04/2015-Present), Orrville, Ohio. Director Human Resources.

(Reporting to the President). Serve as the chief Human Resources officer for the organization and as a member of the senior executive team reporting to the President. Responsible for all aspects of the HR function across the company (branch and manufacturing locations in Ohio, Indiana, and Missouri). Key areas include: develop an HR organization that drives objectives and is aligned to the company's vision; establish credibility by via leadership that is focused, responsive, business-minded, collaborative, and has unquestionable integrity; mentor and advise the senior executive leadership team; align HR processes and systems to support goals; benefits and compensation programs that are internally consistent, attract and retain talent, and comply with current and pending legislation; participate as a key member of the executive team to evaluate, advise, develop and implement strategic business plans; employee communications and relations that support the Company’s vision and values; HRIS that maintains confidentiality and integrity of data; labor and union negotiations; development and implementation of programs that attract and retain talent, robust talent management programs, succession planning, training & development, onboarding, and identify competency and talent gaps; and development and implementation of procedures & policies.

BEACON HR CONSULTING. (06/2014-Present), Sandusky, Ohio. Owner/Consultant.

Professional consulting services to individual clients seeking career coaching, development and marketing of professional presentations, interviewing skills, customized training programs, understanding employment law, supervisory and leadership skills.

THE WILL-BURT COMPANY. (10/2012 - 5/2014), Orrville, Ohio. VP Human Resources (Reporting to the President and CEO). The Chief HR Executive for all US plants, UK, Singapore, and German operations. Develop and drive the HR strategy. Determine human capital strategy to support the mission and vision of WB. Lead and direct the activities of all HR staff, oversight of facilities management team, safety, payroll, admin of all compensation and benefit plans, organizational development, employee relations, and recruitment and selection fall under the VP of HR. Trustee for the 401k and ESOP plans, and member of the executive council. Partner with the President and CEO, COO, VP of Operations, and the CFO to develop the Annual Operating Plan. Prepare and manage annual HR budget, vendor negotiations, design and implement strategic policies that meet current and future business objectives. Provide mentoring and appropriate advice and counsel to senior execs to drive effective operations and business strategy, HR reporting for the BOD and attend meetings.

TOWER INTERNATIONAL (10/1998-10/2012), Livonia, Michigan. HR Director (aka Area HR Manager) ($2.0B annual sales) (04/2009-10/2012), (Reporting to VP of HR for the Americas). Provided executive HR leadership for eight North American facilities (4 union, 4 non-union, 2100+ FTE’s). Serve as advisor to Executive Leadership, facility HR Managers, and site executives regarding complex HR issues. Work with the VP of HR for the Americas and senior management to support business strategy, goals, and objectives. Coordinate recruitment, performance management, succession planning, organizational development processes, and wage and salary administration. Drive the vision throughout the Americas via HR strategy, activities,

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and interactions. HR business partner that promotes the ongoing health and success of the corporation and provide strategic and tactical direction for all stake holders.

Regional HR Director (“A” Plants – large/complex) (04/2005-04/2009), (Reporting to the VP of HR for the Americas). Provided executive HR leadership for the five “A” plants located in N.A. (defined as large & complex – Chicago, Elkton, Clinton, Traverse City, and Bardstown, 1800+ FTE’s). Partner with senior execs, facility HR Managers and site execs across all levels to develop and drive strategy. All aspects of the HR function on regional level. Driver of change initiatives. Develop labor strategy, lead negotiations, develop contract language, costing and budget, manage and supervise the grievance process, and provide direction on labor issues. Developed and implemented the “Excellence in Leadership” and “Diversity” training programs.

Regional HR Leader (2003-2005). Provided HR Leadership for three Ohio locations and one facility in Belcamp, Maryland (three non-union and one union facility).

HR Manager for Bellevue Business Unit of Tower Automotive (1998-2003). HR Manager for a BU; three non-union plants - Bellevue, Ohio, and Belcamp, Maryland.

FREUDENBERG-NOK GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, Milan, Ohio. 1990 - 1998. HR Director, General Industry Division (Distribution Center). Provided HR Leadership and support to 5 locations in 3 states and Canada. Responsible for salary & benefits admin at local, divisional, and corporate levels; recruiting, interviewing, personnel projections; departmental operating budget, strategic planning; policy development and implementation; corporate training committee member; authored hourly employee handbook; member of the ISO 9000 implementation committee, TQM & Kaizen training and implementation; manage and supervise the H.R. staff, AAP; EHS Coordinator; acquisitions and plant closures; and cultural change agent. With the elimination of VP of HR role, member of the HR triad team that replaced VP of HR duties (HR Director, the Finance Director, and the VP of Communications and Marketing).

J.R. BERMUDEZ, AND ASSOC., Sandusky, Ohio. (1986-1990).

Employee Assistance Consultant, and Employee Assistance Program - Contractor. Primary contract was with Firelands Community Hospital, and Lakeshore Counseling and EAP Services. Additional clients included the Huron County Board of Mental Health and the Erie County Department of Children’s Services. I worked closely with the healthcare staff including physicians, nurses, and hospital administration.

SANDUSKY CITY SCHOOLS ADULT EDUCATION, Sandusky, Ohio. (1986-1987).

Adult Education Instructor. Taught Community Psychology for adult population. Develop curriculum and design course to meet the needs of the current students. Incorporate current issues and trends in psychology as they related to the community and to individuals.

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS AND ACTIVITIES

Member, Society for Human Resource Management, 1992-present, SPHR certification 2003

Member, Erie County Human Resources Association, 1996-2014

Member, Huron County Personnel Association, 1990-2007

Member, Sandusky Area Safety Council, 1995-2007

Board Chair, Huron-Erie Employer Development Council, 2003-2006, Board Member, 2000-2004

Board President, Bay Area Christian Academy, 2000 - 2002

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