The Michael Jordan of Human Resources

Industry:	Human Resources
Occupation:	Director of Human Resources
Highlights:	Developed a recruiting infrastructure utilizing state-of-the art recruiting software; Established external contacts with community agencies, search firms and academic institutions
Ideal Companies:	FedEx, International Paper, ServiceMaster, Harrah's Entertainment, Comcast, AutoZone, Hilton Hotels
Education level:	Specialist
Will Relocate:	Yes
Location:	Memphis, TN

(1) Managed a recruiting team of three in handling specialty recruiting and generalist tasks; (2) Maintained strong partnerships with Senior Management to proactively recruit talent for the organization

1/2001 - Present

(private)

Manager

• Corporate Human Resource Management for B and M Pallet Corporation, a Fortune 500 company specializing in the manufacturing and distribution of pallets regionally and nationally for contract employers. Under Regional administrative direction, responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and managing all phases of the activities and operations of the Human Resources Department. Major program responsibilities include management of: recruitment and selection, employee relations, labor contract negotiation and administration, compensation and benefits, job classification, training, human resource information systems, and corporate information services. Direct management of a corporate staff of 5, which includes a HR Manager, Sr. HR Generalist, HR Generalist, and 2 HR Assistants. * Exercises direct supervision over the supervisory/management positions and indirect supervision over the technical and support personnel of the Department. * Continually develop effective partnerships with Senior Management and Corporate staff to proactively recruit the best talent for the culture of the organization * Provides leadership and uses appropriate coaching, supervisory, and evaluation techniques to facilitate continuous improvement and employee development * Coordinates innovative recruiting strategies for Regional Recruiting Team * Establishes the department’s goals, objectives, strategies, and priorities * Quarterly modification and overview of new employee orientation and training programs * Established a testing and interviewing module corporate-wide * Collaborates with City attorney and department heads to implement new regulations arising from legislation and court cases * Directs various ongoing, annual, and project oriented departmental programs and fiscal budgets

7/1984 - 12/2000

Visions Corporation

Director / VP

• Fortune 500 manufacturing and distribution company nationally for Lens Crafters and Pearle Vision. Promoted to Human Resources Manager in 1987. Promoted to Director of Human Resources in 1989. Directed four departments in all phases of Recruiting, Compensation, Benefits and Employee Relations. Provided high complex and responsible management assistance to the Vice President of Human Resources. Served as a part of the executive management team in corporate-wide strategic planning. * Effectively reorganized and supervised corporate-wide training initiatives for the Southeastern Region * Worked closely with the corporate office in New Orleans, Louisiana in coordinating resolutions for all Senior Management Employee Relations concerns * Primary Senior Manager over direct placement, staffing, and corporate recruiting * Reorganized the new employee orientation module * Redefined corporate new hire initiatives for the Southeastern Region * Effectively resolved complaints and concerns which could not be resolved by Department managers of other staff members * Worked with Department Directors and the Vice President of Human Resources in promoting continuous improvement efforts for Corporate services * Directed all aspects of corporate policies and procedures

1984

Bachelor Degree

Grambling State University

• Human Resource Managemet

1983

High School/GED Degree

Hamilton High School

• Business

Skill	Rating
P&L responsibilities
Presentation
Ecommerce Strategy and digital marketing channels optimization - SEO, SEM, email, affiliates - for high-profile accounts.
Technology Solutions
Sales Support
Software Implementation
Requirements Analysis & Specification
Leadership
Human Resources
Management
Recruiting
Employee Relations
Training Development

Human Resources