Human Resources Manager
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Human Resources Manager
Laura Livengood,
SHRM - CP
Qualifications Profile
Highly experienced administrator equipped with extensive background in human resources, operations, project management, and training.
Adept in areas of budget, finance, and contract preparation.
Knowledgeable in the management of human resources, payroll, insurance policies, and risk management.
Reliable professional with excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Trusted with project management, scheduling, and other administrative duties.
Proficient computer user, adept in Microsoft Office, Workday, ADP, iCIMS, Quick Books and Peoplesoft.
Experience
March 2019 - current
Manager, Human Resources Sysco South Redistribution Center
Provide coaching and guidance to leaders and associates in areas such as policy and procedure, recruitment, staffing and succession planning. Develop, implement and administer programs to enhance associate engagement and retention. Conducts all employee and labor relations to include investigations, conflict resolution and corrective action administration inline with company policies. Works with SRDC team to determine training needs and development programs to improve performance and retention. Manages vendor relationships with temporary service agencies, medical providers and background screening services. Responsible for annual budget preparation, which includes tracking and managing employment-related costs, and ensuring that costs/expenses remain within budget plan. Supports the Senior Director, HR (HRBP) to successfully implement local and corporate initiatives and to drive an inclusive and diverse culture. Manages HR Facilities Coordinator to successfully recruit, on-board and train new hires, as well as maintain all personnel records, both paper and electronic. Works closely with Safety Manager to ensure all required training is completed, policies adhered to, and corrective actions created and served as needed.
Serves as Beta Tester for the Sysco Redistribution Network for new computer programs/processes.
Primary liaison and Redistribution Network representative for corporate International Women’s Day activities and GEM (Gender Equity Momentum) award program.
February 2018 – February 2019
HR Facilities Coordinator Sysco South Redistribution Center
Provided administrative support as a human resources generalist, including job postings and ATS, scheduling and conducting interviews, pre- and post employment processing and new hire packets, managing new hire orientation program, maintenance of personnel records, assisting with payroll, employee relations and engagement activities including PAR tracking, recognition events, benefits issues, corrective action administration and other duties as assigned.
December 2014 – October 2017
Human Resources Manager The Gaston Company
Managed human resource and payroll functions across three companies employing anywhere between 95-140 employees. Oversaw hiring and supervision of employees, organized timesheet data, garnishment information, paper and electronic records, and HR metrics. Reviewed and maintained all job descriptions and policies, ensured all required safety training, insurance and benefits were in order. Managed Worker’s Compensation and unemployment claims. Produced and submitted RFPs and bid proposals.
Saved company 90% per test in moving drug testing in-house to ensure drug-free workplace compliance.
Ensured completed responses to State regarding unemployment claims, lowering unemployment tax rate from 2.7% to 1.9%.
May 2014 – November 2014
Finance & HR Coordinator RGI Medical Manufacturing Inc.
Oversaw accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and human resources; input orders, managed shipping schedules and maintained excellent customer service.
Located $85,000 worth of invoice discrepancies within first two weeks.
January 2014 – April 2014
Administrative Assistant University of FL Physical Plant Division
As a temporary employee, aided senior management in Pcard reconciliations, travel authorizations, and expense reports. Managed finances, including accounts receivable, payroll and PO reconciliations. Oversaw personnel processes, ePAFS, MyUF market shopping approval and reconciliation, and handled all calendars and scheduling. Utilized customized spreadsheets and databases.
March 2013 – August 2013
Purchasing/Construction/Admin Assistant Barry Rutenberg & Associates
Prepared, obtained, and managed all required paperwork and documents aligned with construction of family custom homes, including county permits, quotes and bids from suppliers and subcontractors throughout construction process. Managed general office tasks, answering phones, filing, handling finances, and providing customer, staff and supplier services.
April 2011 – July 2011
Project Manager/Office Manager Benjamin Solutions Group LLC
Managed all aspects of projects and office operations. Defined and planned project scopes and goals, identifying project tasks and requirements along with preparing and managing schedules and budgets. Supervised project staff members, presenting reports on progress, problems, and solutions. Acted as liaison between client and suppliers/manufacturers, ensuring quality work and assessments.
November 2010 – April 2011
Executive Administrative Assistant Haven Hospice
As assistant to the president, scheduled daily meetings and appointments, including weekly, monthly and quarterly executive staff meetings. Produced meeting minutes and reports, and coordinated ELT and board member travel for conferences. Oversaw administrative assistants, ensuring excellent workflow, and acted as liaison between all employees and the president.
February 1998 – May 2010
Sr. Project Manager/Office Manager Beach Construction Company, Inc.
Managed overall operations within water and wastewater construction company. Prepared and managed budgets and project price bids, labor and equipment, and contract documents. Produced and maintained all project schedules, primary contact with owners, engineers, subcontractors and suppliers. Managed office, including payroll, accounts payable and receivable, annual reviews and human resource functions, workman’s compensation, health, and other insurances/benefits.
July 1987 – January 1998
Program Manager/Vice President Education/Area President
Junior Achievement
Worked for non-profit organization to provide economic education programs to students K-12th grade, growing in position rapidly throughout the company. Handled volunteer recruitment, training and service, educator recruitment, event planning and organization, and community outreach. Managed finances, franchise area organization, human resource functions, payroll and accounts payable and receivable.
References available upon request
Education
B.S. Communications
University of Florida
Emphasis in Business Management
Certifications/Licenses
SHRM – CP
General Contractor State of Florida - inactive
Additional Experience
April 2012 – May 2014
Assistant Manager
LivenClean LLC/Quality Cleaners – Family Business, Bookkeeper
Contact
7565 NW 47th Way
Gainesville, FL 32653-1177
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