Kim Graeff 215-***-**** Furlong, PA *****
*********@*****.***
www.linkedin.com/in/kimgraeff
Human Resources, Manager
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
A Human Resource leader and generalist with over
twenty years of progressive experience in directing full scale human resource operation.
Thorough expertise in targeting all areas of human resource including recruiting and on-boarding,
training, coaching, and counseling, payroll, HRIS
management including integration and
implementation, staff reductions, benefits including vendor negotiations. Supported offices in PA, NJ,
MA, TX, CO, TN, and India.
Demonstrated ability to lead long-term strategies
to improve business processes.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with talent for leading teams through change.
Strategic and innovative HR Executive who translates business vision into HR initiatives that improve
performance, profitability, growth, and employee
engagement.
Strong presentation skills with ability to gain senior management buy-in. Outstanding people skills with
ability to interface with all levels.
NICHE AREAS
Employee Relations
Benefits & Compensation
Recruiting & On-Boarding
Policies & Procedures
Audit & Compliance
Management & Leadership
CORE COMPETENCIES
Employment Law
Coaching & Counseling
Employee Benefits Including FMLA
Orientation and On-Boarding
Team Building
Hiring & Retention
Record Management
Team minded individual with the ability to
multi-task within a demanding and fast
paced environment.
Key Strengths
HR Policy Compliance
Training & Development
Background Investigations
Performance Management
Compensation & Payroll
Unemployment
Self-Motivated -Dedicated Leader
Safety & OSHA
Workers Compensation
Strategic Planning
Recruitment & On-Boarding
Benefit Administration & Planning
Job Descriptions
Innovative
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
HUMAN RESOURCE BUSINESS PARTNER – NORTH AMERICA JULY 2021 – MARCH 2024 HEUBACH - FAIRLESS HILLS, PA
In January of 2021, the process of the global merger started. I managed the full spectrum of HR functions which included payroll, benefits, 401k (daily, annual & conversions), employee relations, change management, employee surveys, data analysis, rewards, and recognition, HRIS including implementation and training of Success Factors, in addition I was involved in the committee to create a new bonus structure and performance management process. As well, I took the lead on the Cultural Committee working together globally to establish the new mission, vision, values.
HUMAN RESOURCE CONSULTANT
CONTRACT WORK, PHILADELPHIA, PA MARCH 2014 - JULY 2021 Energetic and results-driven business professional specializing in developing HR Strategies and laying HR Foundations that relate back to business goals and objectives. Our services include everything from strategic HR planning to day-to-day administration in all areas. Some examples would be training and development, data analysis, employee investigations, new hire orientation, recruiting, benefits including open enrollment, employee recognition and engagement, wellness programs and performance management. Work with senior management to supply accurate objectives and timelines. I have worked in the for-profit and non-profit sectors and understand the uniqueness of each type of organization. Enjoyed meeting new people, exploring different industries, and making a difference.
HUMAN RESOURCE GENERALIST
FOX CHASE BANK, HATBORO, PA JULY 2011 TO MARCH 2014 Recruited by former Chief Financial Officer of NOVA Bank. Managed everyday tasks of the HR Department including HRIS maintenance and payroll. Established credibility throughout the organization with management and the employees to be an effective listener and analytical person. Presented new hire orientations and training bank-wide on Human Resource topics such as goal setting, discrimination, diversity, performance management, and FMLA. VICE-PRESIDENT, HUMAN RESOURCE DIRECTOR
NOVA BANK, BERWYN, PA JULY 2006 TO JULY 2010
Responsible for establishing HR functions and for playing a key role in strategic leadership in an environment of growth and change. Promoted to Vice-President based on demonstrated success executing strategy, improving client and customer relations and retention, identifying recruitment strategies, and boosting employee morale. Strong attributes include planning and managing the salary administration program, negotiating with benefit vendors, driving the performance management process, chaired the training committee and improved payroll efficiency by implementing and managing the integration to ADP. Established and maintained the budget and other financial measures and metrics of the Human Resource Department. HUMAN RESOURCE DIRECTOR
UDS DELIVERY SYSTEMS, PHILADELPHIA, PA DECEMBER 1995 TO MAY 2006 Spearheaded initiatives and launched company’s recruitment department, talent assessment, training and development, performance management, compensation procedures and policy management. Significantly improved productivity by establishing best practices for payroll, performance metrics, and other policies. Implemented and chaired the company’s safety program including workers compensation management, OSHA reporting and liability insurance coverage. Decreased the company’s loss run rates to the lowest in five years. PRIOR CONSULTING ASSIGNMENTS
Creech Consulting, King of Prussia, PA Mecaer Aviation Group WOODS School, Langhorne, PA Ciocca Dealerships, Quakertown, PA ORS Partners, Audubon, PA Spray Products, Norristown, PA