Dynamic and strategic leader with 19 years of experience in human resources, including 12 years designing and managing comprehensive total rewards programs. Proven track record in enhancing employee engagement and retention through innovative compensation, benefits, and recognition strategies. Strength in aligning rewards programs with organizational goals to drive performance and competitiveness.
John Brown University
Bachelor of Science, Business Information Systems
Ross Stores, Inc.
Head of Benefits, 2020 – Present
Director Executive Compensation & Stock Administration, 2019 – 2020
Director Compensation, Analytics & HR Budget, 2018 – 2019
Leading benefits program design and administration for the total company, including health and welfare, retirement, and wellness programs that support 2,500 stores, distribution centers, corporate and buying offices. Building programs that scale with our continuing growth is a key area of focus, and my highly productive team is part of enabling that growth through efficient use of technology and leveraging key partnerships. My current P&L responsibility is ~$150MM and includes US domestic as well as international support for operations in select countries. I’m particularly proud of my ability to maintain zero turnover during my time leading the benefits team while growing and promoting internal talent to become our leaders of the future.
Dollar General Corporation
Director, Compensation, 2016 – 2018
Sr. Manager, Compensation, 2013 – 2016
Responsible for all base pay, short- and long-term incentive programs for total company, including over 17,000 retail stores, distribution centers, corporate, and international locations. Supported rapid scaling and growth of both systems and processes as the company added 4,000 stores and 40,000 employees during my tenure. Also owned job evaluation, market pricing, compliance, and technology implementation to support total rewards strategies. Led the development and implementation of a $70MM investment in Store Manager pay that resulted in increased engagement and significant reductions in turnover of this key position.
Walmart / Sam’s Club
Compensation, 2013
HR Generalist, 2012 – 2013
Assistant Buyer, 2011 – 2012
HR Generalist, 2008 – 2011
Learning & Development, 2005 – 2008
Responsibilities across these roles included full life-cycle HR generalist duties, including employee relations, change management, HR systems design and implementation, performance management life cycle, organizational design, job analysis, compliance, and instructional design and development. Assistant Buyer role included ownership of a $200MM P&L in the Sam’s Club fresh food business.