KrissAnn - Resume

KrissAnn - Resume

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  KrissAnn Schmidt, SPHR,SHRM-SCP Senior Human Resources Business Partner Cell: 651-253-1122 Email: [email protected] Page 1 of 2 Values based leader; aligning talent to strategy; and engagement to performance. Expertise  Leadership Development  Strategic Planning  Employee Relations  Organizational Development  Performance Management  Compensation  Lean Process Improvement  Recruitment  Change Management  Policy Development Experience Slumberland Furniture, Little Canada, Minnesota Expanding home furnishings retailer of 125 franchise and corporate stores in 14 states throughout the Upper Midwest. Senior Human Resources Business Partner 2015 to 2016 Expanded influence to leadership of organizational development; and management of the employee experience and Centers of Excellence.  Equipped leaders with performance and talent management skills; reducing employee relations issues, and building competencies.  Created Change Management initiatives guiding employees through an organizational re- structure; resulting in higher morale and increased retention.  Spearheaded innovative talent acquisition and employee career path opportunities.  Implemented a Performance Appraisal process resulting in alignment with organizational financial, performance and administrative goals.  Acquired and on boarded top talent for key strategic roles.  Change agent for the organizational compensation system re-structure and analysis.  Analyzed pay and positions to market; building staffing and salary structures for key roles and career paths.  Championed the organizational Diversity and Inclusion program; leading to increased employee awareness, and involvement.  Delivered an innovative staffing model enabling the success of a critical organizational distribution inititative.
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  KrissAnn Schmidt, SPHR,SHRM-SCP Senior Human Resources Business Partner Cell: 651-253-1122 Email: [email protected] Page 2 of 2 Human Resources Manager - Slumberland Furniture 2012 to 2015 Promoted to a newly-created position; increasing efficiency, responsiveness, and leadership development for a growing department and organization.  Led the Human Resource Generalist team; executing organizational improvement initiatives and training that elevated leadership and Human Resources competencies.  Developed and presented leadership programs that prepared and positioned the organization to proactively respond to legislative changes.  Conducted compensation market analysis, including salary and job titling recommendations, for various positions and levels.  Created and deployed performance management tools, processes and communications; establishing standards and metrics to drive improvement.  Authored and communicated the organization’s Employee Handbook and Policy Guides. Senior Human Resources Generalist - Slumberland Furniture 2004 to 2012  Advocated and trained employees on the organization’s work injury “Return to Work Program”, resulting in lower premiums and higher return to work rates.  Designed and presented workshops on topics such as “Leadership for Leads“, “Emotional Intelligence”, “Performance Management” and “New Franchise Best Practices”.  Developed and oversaw pre-employment administration and compliance procedures; resulting in lowered risk and talent standards. Human Resources Generalist – Slumberland Furniture 1998 to 2004  Built the foundation of the organization’s Human Resources functions; partnerships and policies; positioning the organization for success and growth. Education & Certifications Bachelor of Science Degree – Minnesota State University - Mankato Senior Professional of Human Resources (SPHR) Certification Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) SCP Certification Previous work experience includes Social Service and Manufacturing Industries in both Program Management and Human Resource capacities.