Employee Engagement, Change Management, Talent Development

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Morristown, NJ

REEMA TIWARI

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/reema-tiwari-13930a21

Professional Summary

Strategic HR leader with 15+ years of experience driving workforce transformation and talent strategy across multinational organizations. Skilled in aligning HR initiatives with business goals through technology-driven solutions (SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle), talent development, and change management. Known for building high-performing teams, elevating employee engagement, and fostering inclusive, data-informed cultures. Proven success collaborating with cross-regional stakeholders across the U.S., Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Experienced in leading regionally autonomous HR operations while supporting enterprise-level transformation initiatives.

Key Achievements

Scaled workforce by over 65% while significantly reducing recruitment spend through strategic workforce planning, internal sourcing, and agile hiring practices.

Achieved 80% of time-to-fill targets and improved early retention through streamlined recruitment and onboarding frameworks.

Designed and launched the iRise Sales Leadership Program, enhancing leadership readiness for 25+ high-potential employees and strengthening future talent pipelines.

Developed and implemented a Global Talent Mobility Policy, enabling 15+ cross-border career moves and improving succession strength and employee engagement across regions.

Led enterprise-wide cultural transformation initiatives—including “Together at the Table” and “Synergy Circles”—to enhance transparency, dialogue, and employee voice, resulting in 82%+ satisfaction scores.

Supported the deployment of SAP and Oracle HRIS platforms, streamlining HR processes and achieving 85%+ training adoption across business units.

Redesigned HR policies to include modern wellness, leave, and relocation benefits, improving employee satisfaction and boosting retention.

Employee Relations

Compensation & Benefit

Global Stakeholder Management

Change Management

DEI & Culture Building

Employee Engagement

HR Analytics

HRIS Implementation

(SAP & Oracle)

Performance Management

Talent Development

Workforce Planning

Strategic Business Partnering

Advanced to Senior Manager role in recognition of exceptional leadership in strategic HR initiatives, global policy integration, and workforce expansion.

Led HR operations for the regional unit of a $5B+ global enterprise, driving end-to-end HR strategy while collaborating with international teams in the U.S., Germany, Japan, and Singapore to ensure alignment with global talent, policy, and organizational frameworks.

Contributed to globally aligned HR transformation initiatives impacting 600+ employees across regions, includingOracle HRIS implementation and cross -border talent mobility frameworks.Supported the

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Hoya Sep 2019 – Dec 2024

Manager HR Promoted to Sr. Manger HR

Professional Summary

Core Competencies

standardization of role descriptions and rollout of a scalable job banding structure to strengthen internal equity, succession visibility, and career progression.

Led strategic manpower planning and HR budgeting, enabling 68% of hiring to be completed within budget while reducing time-to-fill for critical roles by 18%.

Developed a proactive HR partnership model with business leaders, improving HR intervention turnaround time by 25% and ensuring alignment with business strategy.

Launched the Changing Gears Development Centre and peer-led learning forums, resulting in 15+ internal promotions and fostering a culture of continuous learning and cross-functional development.

Elevated employee engagement scores by 6% through refreshed benefits, flexible work policies, and peer-driven recognition, earning Top Engagement Performer honors for three consecutive years within the HOYA Group.

Promoted to Assistant Manager for exceptional contributions to HR digital transformation initiatives and employee engagement programs.

Led SAP SuccessFactors rollout (Onboarding, LMS, Succession) for 1,800+ employees, driving seamless integration, cross-functional alignment, and 85%+ user adoption through targeted change management and training.

Streamlined HR operations across onboarding, grievance, and exit management processes, reducing onboarding time by 30% and improving overall employee experience.

Led the “Vibrant Panasonic” initiative, transitioning engagement from event-based to wellness-centric programs while managing a $350K+ annual budget to support onboarding, wellness, and leadership development. This approach enhanced collaboration, improved morale, and elevated long-term talent readiness.

Partnered with the Development & Assessment Centre to identify high-potential talent and shape succession planning strategies across business units.

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Panasonic Dec 2013 – Aug 2019

Senior Ececutive HR Promoted to Assistant Manger HRHR

Sr. Executive HR & Training India World Technologies Jul 2012 – Nov 2013

Executive HR & Training Powerhouse Sports International Jan 2010 – Jun 2012

Handled recruitment, campus hiring, employee training, and early engagement initiatives, laying the

foundation for strong people practices and organizational alignment.

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Education

MBA (HR) – Pondicherry University

PG Certification in HR Management – Xavier School of Management

Technical Skills

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HRIS & ERP Systems: SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle HRIS

Tools: Microsoft 365, SharePoint

Languages: English (Fluent), Hindi (Fluent)

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Awards & Reconition

President Excellence Award (Panasonic in 2018) For leading engagement via Vibrant Panasonic

Most Innovative HR Leader (Hoya in 2024) -For pioneering HR solutions that drove growth

Best Department Award (Hoya in 2024) – For leadership in engagement, well-being and operations.

Authorized to work in the U.S. under valid L2 EAD; no sponsorship required.

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