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Fresh Del MonteSVP, Chief Human Resources Officer
Mar. 2022 - Apr. 2024Miami, Florida, United StatesFresh Del Monte Produce is a global powerhouse in the fresh produce industry and stands tall with a vast network of over 40,000 employees spanning 80+ countries. With an impressive annual revenue averaging $4 billion, Fresh Del Monte is committed to delivering fresh and nutritious produce to consumers worldwide. * Directed a global team of 50+ HR professionals, including Senior Directors and Managers, Learning & Development Director, and Total Reward Senior Director to align human resource strategy with company objectives * Oversaw a $30+ million annual budget, strategically allocating funds across human capital, AIP/GIP, stocks, US medical plans, training, development, and professional services for optimal organizational growth and operational excellence * Orchestrated multi-region recruitment of 20+ senior hires, including Sr. VP of Sales, Sr. VP of Sales Operations, VP of Business Development, General Managers, VPs for Special Projects, and leaders in HR, Finance, Corporate Communication * Championed the creation of a synergistic global management succession plan and executed a comprehensive learning and development strategy to fortify the leadership pipeline in alignment with company objective * Served as a strategic business advisor to Global Leadership and HR Teams across business units, providing key insights on organizational and management issues for optimal decision-making
Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., IncVice President, Chief Human Resources Officer
Feb. 2021 - Mar. 2022Miami, Florida, United States
Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., IncVice President Global Human Resources
Sep. 2020 - Feb. 2021
Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., IncSenior Director Human Resources; APMENA
Dec. 2019 - Sep. 2020Dubai* Elevated employee retention to surpass Mercer benchmarks, establishing a standout talent magnet culture that fueled organizational success and resilience * Harmonized efforts with 30+ key stakeholders, including Senior Operational VPs and Corporate VPs, fostering an employee-oriented culture centered on quality, continuous improvement, and high performance * Groomed 9 employees from supervisory and analyst roles to Regional Manager and Global Director positions, fostering a culture of internal growth and achievement * Spearheaded efficient oversight of a $6 million international budget, optimizing resource allocation for impactful global HR operations * Executed global change initiatives, catalyzing operational excellence, behavioral shifts, and cultural transformation through expert planning, delivery, and implementation of strategic strategies * Mentored and empowered a dynamic team of over 15 HR leaders through impactful training and coaching, fostering their continuous development and ensuring a high level of proficiency * Expertly administered collective agreements and company policies, representing the company in grievance/arbitration proceedings while showcasing extensive knowledge of local and international labor laws
Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., IncSenior HR Director- MENA
Apr. 2008 - Dec. 2019Dubai ; UAE
AL WASEET INTERNATIONALRegional Human Resources Manager
Jan. 2005 - Apr. 2008Dubai, UAEAWI oversees the publication of the acclaimed Waseet, a Weekly Classified newspaper available in 38 editions, spanning Arabic, English, and Polish languages. With a remarkable distribution of 6.6 million weekly copies and a readership of 22 million across 12 countries. * Revolutionized HR operations with an in-house ERP system, accelerating report generation and integrating key modules for streamlined oversight of resources across three continents and 28 cities. * Stewarded a $1 million department budget, meticulously overseeing expenditures to guarantee fiscal responsibility while upholding the highest standards of financial compliance and integrity. * Cultivated a modern and employee-centric culture by curating and regularly updating a comprehensive HR Policy and Procedure Manual, embodying our commitment to excellence and compliance. * Fostered the company's global profile through topnotch representation at conferences, seminars, job fairs, and industry events, fostering widespread awareness and stakeholder engagement.
AL Rifai RoasteriesHuman Resources Manager
Jan. 2004 - Jan. 2005Beirut, Beirut Governorate, Lebanon
Averda groupHead of Administration and HR / Sukomi landfills
Sep. 1998 - Dec. 2003Beirut, Beirut Governorate, Lebanon
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