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SamsaraDirector, People Partner - R&D
Aug. 2022 - Feb. 2023San Francisco Bay AreaLead the HR function for the R&D organization. Work closely with leaders and managers to deliver targeted solutions and recommendations with a focus on scale and growth, using an analytical and fact-based approach. Assume shared responsibility for the organizational and cultural health of the department and the effectiveness of its leadership teams. Partner with regional people partners to understand and raise regional priorities, partner on execution of people priorities and expansion into EMEA. Participate and lead projects as an integral member of the People Operations team. Hire, develop and lead an inclusive, engaged, and high performing team.
SAPDirector, Global HR Business Partner
Feb. 2016 - Aug. 2022Palo AltoServe as a strategic partner and advisor to key executives in several business units under product development, supporting company’s next generation cloud products and product design across all of SAP. Create a vision for maintaining effectiveness in fiercely competitive markets. Areas of focus include implementation of SAP’s People Agenda, Organizational Development, Workforce Planning, Leadership Development, Coaching, Succession Management and Mergers and Acquisitions. Participate in broad topics such as DKOM (yearly global development training) and lead the HR portion of DKOM in assigned region, work on cross topics around D&I, Immigration process improvements, and partner with account managers to close deals on HR products.
Intuitive SurgicalHRBP
Oct. 2014 - Feb. 2016SunnyvaleAct as advisor to Executive Vice Presidents, Vice Presidents and Senior Directors of the Scientific Affairs management team Executive Team Assessment, and Development and Coaching. Leveraged HR qualitative and quantitative data to implement a comprehensive workforce strategy in support of business objectives, organizational effectiveness, talent, succession planning, employee productivity and engagement. Recommended and drove improvements to human resources systems, policies and processes to ensure programs and policies were aligned and support business strategies in collaboration with Centers of Excellence. Led alignment across HR Business Partner community to implementing scalable solutions that enabled efficiency of HR program and process delivery across entire organization.
AvayaHR Business Partner
Jun. 2012 - Oct. 2014Santa Clara, CACollaborated with functional Vice Presidents and Senior Directors to establish and implement a comprehensive workforce strategy in support of business objectives, spanning across workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, talent, quality, employee productivity, and engagement. Influenced senior management to align with HR initiatives and execute corporate and group level people agendas. Effectively envisioned, developed, and implemented new strategies to address competitive, complex business issues. Managed the planning, development, implementation, and administration for a broad range of HR policies and programs such as: recruiting, compensation, benefits, training, employee relations, talent management, succession planning, and performance management.
SVB Financial GroupSr. Human Resources Associate
Nov. 2011 - May. 2012Santa ClaraServed as a key client partner to provide support for the newly created Private Bank group, China Joint Venture, and the UK, India and Israel organizations. Manage implementation of HR programs (e.g. RSU, Performance Plus bonus program, Performance Management and Development program, reward and recognition programs). Provided guidance to managers and employees on matters related to employee relations issues, work force planning, local and international transfers/relocations, compensation, immigration, recruitment and interpretation of corporate policies.
Lam ResearchSr. HR Representative
Jul. 2008 - Aug. 2011Provided generalist support to the NA Field Service, Business Management and Development and Corporate Operations and Planning organizations located throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Managed implementation of HR programs (e.g. RSU, Performance Plus bonus program, Performance Management and Development program, reward and recognition programs). Provided guidance and training to managers and employees on HR matters, including employee relations, work force planning, local and international transfers/relocations, compensation, immigration, recruitment and interpretation of corporate policies. Proactively addressed talent assessment, organization design, re-organizing planning and implementation, and organization development activities. Provided support in quarterly company governance process, i.e. Operations Reviews. Prepared and participated in Operational Reviews for client organizations which resulted in achievement of goals and objectives for business units. Collaborated with L&D, Compensation, and Staffing departments to identify solutions to human resource issues related to assigned client groups.
Qualcomm, IncHR Representative
Jul. 2007 - Jul. 2008Provided generalist support in: employee development, training and recruitment. Conducted on-boarding training and exit interviews. Successfully applied company policies and procedures to practical work situations. Performed needs assessment by facilitating focus groups in collaboration with the corporate learning center and generalist. Recommended organizational interventions to improve company policies and processes. Developed, implemented and assessed training programs. Researched, selected and implemented automation of the Commuter Program for North America.
Applied MaterialsHuman Resources for Finance
May. 2006 - Jun. 2007Guided and supported management and staff in the employee selection process, internal transfers, compensation, domestic and international relocation, recruitment and interpretation of corporate policies and annual reviews. Managed the finance mentor program and participated in executing the global mentor program. Benchmarked and implemented employee incentive programs. Prepared annual talent assessment metrics for the CFO to identify top performers and assess talent shortages in key areas within the Finance Division.
SANTA CLARA COUNTY SOCIAL SERVICES, Department of Family & Children ServicesProgram Manager
Jan. 2003 - Apr. 2006Partnered with management and staff to recruit and retain clients by providing outreach, high-level interventions, support and referrals to community and agency groups. Interpreted complex laws and regulations, and applied them to practical situations regarding clients and the public. Delivered training to clients and staff on regulations and organizational procedures. Served as the leader of an 8-person team in planned absences of the designated lead. Cross-trained team members to maximize group effectiveness in delivering service to internal and external clients. Directed the implementation of goals, policies, procedures and standards for the Respite Program. Key Accomplishment:
• Effectively managed the Respite Program’s $250,000 annual budget by analyzing cost effectiveness and applying necessary cost controls to save money.
STaSIS EngineeringProduct Marketing Manager and Interim HR Manager
Jan. 2002 - Jul. 2002Collaborated with management to analyze business strategies, diagnose current organization performance, and implement plans to build and improve HR capabilities. Wrote and developed company policies, procedures and the employee handbook. Communicated effectively with vendors to improve and manage payroll, staffing, benefits and workers’ compensation administration
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