JULIE SCHROEDER

Olympia, WA 503-***-**** ad23nu@r.postjobfree.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-schroeder-19624715

ENTERPRISE STRATEGY AND PLANNING

Intuitive systems-thinking leader driven by a passion for people-centered outcomes. Proven ability to build and lead global cross-functional initiatives resulting in mutually successful outcomes and longstanding relationships. Skilled collaborator among all levels of interna and external organizations. Expert at identifying, analyzing, and driving business growth opportunities. Results-oriented professional demonstrated strategic planning and business success.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Systems Thinking Influencing Skills and Relationship Management Change Management Interpersonal, Verbal and Written Communication Process & Efficiency Improvement Project Management Ideation Cross-Functional Team Leadership

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Columbia Sportswear Company, Portland, OR

Enterprise Strategy & Planning Manager – Human Resources, April 2020-September 2023

Created, sustained and drove portfolio of HR projects and programs, including annual long-range planning in line with business functional objectives and across 4 lines of business.

Led enterprise strategy and planning team focused on developing and empowering an agile, engaged and diverse workforce by delivery the right insights to the right people at the right time.

Global Portfolio Program Manager – Human Resources, June 2018 – April 2020

Drove ongoing prioritization of HR portfolio of work through management of HR Steering Committee, resulting in rightsizing and rationalizing the portfolio of HR projects from 156 down to 41.

Increased visibility, collaboration, and accountability of strategic planning efforts through thoughtful and concise communications based on understanding of resources, scope and timelines.

Advanced “the business of HR” through iterative meeting planning, streamlined communications and ongoing accountability.

With two peers, launched a grass roots enterprise program management work group that evolved into the company’s Enterprise Project Management Program.

Developed focus on company-wide capacity planning and sequencing of cross-functional impacts and dependencies.

Organizational Change Management (OCM) Lead - Global Information Systems, September 2016 - June 2018

Led cross-functional business engagement and change management strategies in support of global business implementation (ERP+) for Europe business unit.

Co-led launch of web content management platform for Retail eCommerce team.

Created change management boot camp curriculum to provide knowledge, tools and training to business leaders actively managing change within a project or business area.

Schroeder Consulting, Portland, OR April 2015 - September 2016

Organizational Change Management (OCM)

Columbia Sportswear Company

OCM Lead Consultant

Developed and executed comprehensive change strategies for transitional technology projects within Global Information Systems and through retail business unit. Worked with business process analysts to map current and future workflows.

Led internal project communications for implementation of new inventory allocation & distribution system, including strategy, templates, and stakeholder analysis.

Co-led business strategy workshop in support of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

The Steritech Group, Inc., Charlotte, NC February 2008 - April 2015

Senior Strategic Account Manager, July 2011 - April 2015

Strategic Account Manager, February 2008 - July 2011

Shaped account management process to include stakeholder analysis, risk analysis, team management and accountability, timelines, and communication to better support existing clients transitioning or adding programs.

Continually guided internal and external stakeholders through program changes because of ongoing restructuring within client organization. Ensure effective internal business management by optimizing productivity, minimizing costs, and communicating client expectations clearly.

Built an advisory board focused on franchisee engagement, focusing on overcoming resistance to corporate standards and practices.

Led development of Strategic Account Manager Task Force. With two peers, defined roles, objectives, and metrics. Designed specific action plan and timelines for account transitions.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

GE Industrial, Security, Tualatin, OR

Product Marketing Manager, Global Video Products

Developed strategic partnerships and industry relationships to build customer-centric and comprehensive video surveillance security program.

Analyzed competitive market data to identify target markets and develop marketing business plans.

G&K Services, Minnetonka, MN

Marketing Manager, Client & Industry Advisory Boards

Established and managed Customer Advisory Board to obtain critical input for product and solution development along with enhanced customer-facing business processes.

Provided critical customer and market intelligence to the director of strategy and business development to drive growth, service, and retention strategies.

GE Capital Fleet Services, Eden Prairie, MN

Project Manager, National Account Sales

Market Segment Manager, National Accounts

Marketing Consultant, Customer Loyalty

Marketing Specialist

Created strategic business goals through working with Client Advisory Board utilizing Six Sigma-led working sessions, engaging key internal and client stakeholders, and focused on repeatable and reliable processes. Required visible and active executive sponsorship tied to measurable improvement.

Led repurposing and expansion of the Client Advisory Board to improve service and drive business growth. Established Board goals, criteria, deliverables, term limits, and a method to capture client challenges and needs, and representation that included decision makers across a range of clients. This process was highlighted and promoted through GE Commercial Finance.

Successfully integrated the largest accounts of corporate acquisitions through communications and interpersonal relationships to drive alignment and support of integration, including client mergers.

Led cross-functional business teams and client contacts through largest customer’s bi-annual driver and liaison survey for a 12,000-unit fleet, responding with actionable objectives for functional business leads.

Developed Performance Dashboard to monitor and measure progress—15 of 15 customers retained.

Built and managed competitive intelligence function within the sales and marketing team.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts in Criminology & Psychology

University of Minnesota, Duluth, MN

CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Agile HR Certified Practitioner

McKinsey Management Academy, Business Strategy

McKinsey Management Academy, Problem Solving

Hogan Certified Practitioner of Advanced Feedback

Prosci Change Management Practitioner

Six Sigma Quality

GE Change Acceleration Process Certification

Situational Leadership II (Blanchard)

Team Performance (Drexler-Sibbett)

The Executive Technique

Achieving Breakthrough Results

ScotWorks Negotiation Skills

CECOR Quality Training

PROFESSIONAL & COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONS

Inclusion and Diversity Council, (2019-2023)

Board Member, Invest West Management, (June 2021-present)

CASA for Children, Multnomah & Washington Counties, (2015-2016)

Girls on the Run (2014)

GE Women’s Network, Co-Chair, 1997-2008

Co-Chair (2007-2008)

GE Elfun Volunteers, Chair of Environment Segment, (2004-2006)

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