Director Human Resources Generalist in Atlanta GA Resume Ann Basarab
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Ann Basarab [email protected]; www.linkedin.com/in/annbasarab; Suwanee, GA 30024; H 770.476.4640 W:678-638-3569 PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Results-driven Senior Human Resources Executive with an extensive, 15+ year record of advancement and achievement. Business-oriented HR leadership style (informed by finance MBA) and approach to workforce challenges from a uniquely quantitative perspective. Augment generalist capability with rare mastery of all core HR principles; establish crucial balance between staff advocacy and business goals. World-class professional who consistently fosters staff excellence via progressive, proactive leadership style. AREAS OF EXPERTISE Employee Relations Succession Strategy & Planning Talent Development & Retention Major Project Management Policy Development & Integration Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Merial, Duluth, GA [5500-employee, $2.6B-revenue animal health division of pharmaceutical company Sanofi.] 2002 – Present Compensation Recruiting Strategy Development
Recognized as an outstanding HR leader in 2 related roles at this market leader encompassing the HR responsibilities noted below: Human Resources Director – Corporate Support, Strategic Marketing (2007 – Present) Resources Director – Research & Development (2002 – 2007) Human
Talent Management & Succession Planning Designed career mapping tools for 17 job families leading to better awareness of internal promotion opportunities, strengthen morale and employee engagement Led managers to take a more proactive approach to succession planning, resulting in 70% of upper-level positions filled by key talent Performance Management Integrated new performance management process that standardized goal-setting and staff appraisals through entire organization. Created training program for 5500 employees in 150 nations Change Management Designed all HR policies and trained managers on managing change during an anticipated merger Won “Chairman’s Award” for top-quality HR contributions during a major division restructuring. Led training for launch of new product development process HR Strategy Development Created and led execution of long-term strategy HR business plan resulting in meeting 100% of established KPIs Compensation Led integration of a globally consistent grading system for similar positions resulting in a standardized enterprise-wide compensation job grading and job titles Employee Relations & Retention Raised new hire retention and performance by launching a better orientation and integration process. Intensively counseled managers on difficult staff relations issues resulting in strengthened morale and engagement
Ann Basarab PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CONTINUED… Motorola, Austin, TX [97K employees, ~$27B revenue.]
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1996 – 2002
Human Resources Director (1998 – 2002): Initially selected to lead 10 direct reports and then promoted to lead 12 direct reports who guided HR processes and programs for 3,000 employees located globally in sales, marketing, finance, and logistics. Personally drove short- and long-term compensation and succession planning Designed and managed a major worldwide workforce reduction, which enabled short-term company survival and longterm strategic success Enhanced and implemented new hire orientation to improve retention Effectively managed employee relation issues resulting in zero EEOC charges for 4 consecutive years Human Resources Manager (1997): Executed people strategies by driving succession planning, employee relations, and compensation review for 800-member manufacturing division Compensation Specialist (1996): Designed and implemented an enhanced promotion review process for a team of 1000 by introducing an automated rate and rank procedure PRIOR EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS Achieved 90% retention during transfer of a 300-person enterprise (NCR) to new parent company (AT&T). Launched a diversity education program that raised awareness and understanding for a varied workforce. Enhanced and streamlined recruiting for a 2K-member division by instituting a new job posting process. EDUCATION Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance (1983) and Bachelor of Arts (BA), Psychology (1981) The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH TRAINING & AFFILIATION Certified Targeted Selection Trainer Studying for PHR Certification Member, Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
Recognized as an outstanding HR leader in 2 related roles at this market leader encompassing the HR responsibilities noted below: Human Resources Director – Corporate Support, Strategic Marketing (2007 – Present) Resources Director – Research & Development (2002 – 2007) Human
Talent Management & Succession Planning Designed career mapping tools for 17 job families leading to better awareness of internal promotion opportunities, strengthen morale and employee engagement Led managers to take a more proactive approach to succession planning, resulting in 70% of upper-level positions filled by key talent Performance Management Integrated new performance management process that standardized goal-setting and staff appraisals through entire organization. Created training program for 5500 employees in 150 nations Change Management Designed all HR policies and trained managers on managing change during an anticipated merger Won “Chairman’s Award” for top-quality HR contributions during a major division restructuring. Led training for launch of new product development process HR Strategy Development Created and led execution of long-term strategy HR business plan resulting in meeting 100% of established KPIs Compensation Led integration of a globally consistent grading system for similar positions resulting in a standardized enterprise-wide compensation job grading and job titles Employee Relations & Retention Raised new hire retention and performance by launching a better orientation and integration process. Intensively counseled managers on difficult staff relations issues resulting in strengthened morale and engagement
Ann Basarab PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CONTINUED… Motorola, Austin, TX [97K employees, ~$27B revenue.]
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1996 – 2002
Human Resources Director (1998 – 2002): Initially selected to lead 10 direct reports and then promoted to lead 12 direct reports who guided HR processes and programs for 3,000 employees located globally in sales, marketing, finance, and logistics. Personally drove short- and long-term compensation and succession planning Designed and managed a major worldwide workforce reduction, which enabled short-term company survival and longterm strategic success Enhanced and implemented new hire orientation to improve retention Effectively managed employee relation issues resulting in zero EEOC charges for 4 consecutive years Human Resources Manager (1997): Executed people strategies by driving succession planning, employee relations, and compensation review for 800-member manufacturing division Compensation Specialist (1996): Designed and implemented an enhanced promotion review process for a team of 1000 by introducing an automated rate and rank procedure PRIOR EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS Achieved 90% retention during transfer of a 300-person enterprise (NCR) to new parent company (AT&T). Launched a diversity education program that raised awareness and understanding for a varied workforce. Enhanced and streamlined recruiting for a 2K-member division by instituting a new job posting process. EDUCATION Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance (1983) and Bachelor of Arts (BA), Psychology (1981) The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH TRAINING & AFFILIATION Certified Targeted Selection Trainer Studying for PHR Certification Member, Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
