Jeff Leeth, SPHR

Experience

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  Jet Propulsion Laboratory

  Sept 1978 - Sept 1980

  Salary Analyst

  Domestic compensation administration.

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  Transocean

  Sept 1980 - Sept 1983

  Compensation Analyst

  International & domestic compensation administration.

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  Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems

  Sept 1983 - Sept 1984

  Sr. Compensation Analyst

  International & domestic compensation administration in Saudi Arabia (as an expatriate).

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  KBR, Inc.

  Sept 1984 - Sept 1988

  Compensation & HRIS Manager

  International & domestic compensation administration and HRIS management.

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  Georg Fischer

  Sept 1988 - Feb 1995

  HR Director

  Directed all aspects of staffing: Selection, training, and orientation efforts for multiple locations. Directed and coordinated recruiting of all positions (executive, management, professional, technical, and hourly positions) for consolidated location. Developed and directed manpower requirements definition and implementation plan for a plant start-up. Selected and negotiated contract terms with multiple vendors supplying over three hundred (300) workers/day. Developed & managed HR budget for client maximum value.Directed a myriad of administrative services such as staffing/recruiting vendor management (up to 300+ temporaries), 24/7 security, janitorial, facility maintenance, voice/data telecommunication systems management, and fleet management, etc. Show less

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  Allegiance Staffing LLC

  Jun 1995 - Jun 2003

  HR Director / General Manager

  Directed all aspects related to Human Resources: Selection, training, and orientation efforts for multiple locations. Directed and coordinated recruiting of all positions (management, professional, sales, and contingency) for multiple offices. Developed and implemented HR policies and procedures covering Employment, FMLA, W/C, ADA, EEOC, and job performance standards. Implemented programs that improved quality of candidates and reduced turnover. Implemented metrics to validate recruiting standards and job performance of internal staff.Full range of light industrial and office/clerical/professional staffing. Full P&L responsibility. Acquired a second competitor (Office Network / Tempus Staffing) with 3 offices in 1999. Managed staff of 20 in 4 offices. In 2000, 2 offices combined annually billing $5.8 million (1,500+ W-2’s). Implemented programs that resulted in a .72 W/C mod factor. Maintained an average 1.62 bill rate mark-up. Sold business in 2003. Show less

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  Snelling Search

  Feb 2004 - Jul 2004

  Sr. Technical Recruiter

  Recruited management, engineers, and highly skilled talent for clients.

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  CSA Ltd.

  Jul 2004 - Jul 2005

  Employment & Staffing Manager

  Directed all aspects of staffing: Selection, training, and new hire on-boarding efforts. Directed and coordinated recruiting of all positions (executive, management, professional, technical, and hourly positions) for multiple locations in Kuwait (1,200 open requisitions). Managed relocation coordination, visa acquisition, and housing assignment. Developed and directed manpower requirements definition and implementation plan. Spearheaded the improvement in quality of hire initiative. Created job postings that generated more than 150,000 views and 8,600 applications over 6 months. Implemented the BrassRing - Applicant Tracking System to improve all aspects of recruitment. Trained in ISO 9000 methods & processes. Show less

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  Raytheon

  Sept 2005 - Sept 2007

  International HR Manager

  Manage all aspects of field employee relations, staffing, relocation coordination, on-boarding, C&B, Performance Management, HRIS, Government Relations, and community services for US expatriates, TCNs, and Saudi nationals. Direct and coordinate multi-national recruiting of all positions (management, professional, technical, and hourly) for multiple locations thru Applicant Tracking System (Hire.com). Championed & educated OFCCP compliance processes among management. Implemented turnover reduction programs through a series of employee recognition programs, and quality of life improvements. Wrote and revised all Saudi job descriptions. Designed a Saudi broadband salary structure. Ranked jobs and matched to local salary surveys. Encourage 360 degree feedback and act as participant coach. Trained as a Raytheon Six Sigma specialist. Reduced turnover by 36% in first year thru an increased emphasis on Employee Relations and open communications. Show less

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  WorleyParsons

  Oct 2007 - Jun 2009

  HR Manager (Head of HR)

  Manage all aspects of Human Resources for Western expatriates, Eastern Expatriates, and Saudi nationals thru staff (nearly 30). Direct and coordinate multi-national recruiting of all positions. Established recruiting metrics and processes for 300+ engineering & management job openings. Increased recruiting production by 43%. Hired the first Saudi Arabian females in the history of the company. Implemented standard employee contract terms & conditions (universal contract). Wrote and revised HR policy manual. Revised benefit program to recognize rank instead of nationality. Established salary structures across multiple mega-projects. Initiated the publication of a monthly employee-centric newsletter. Reduced turnover by 26% in first year. Show less

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  Al Rajhi Projects & Const. LLC

  Apr 2010 - May 2011

  Corporate Affairs Manager (Head of HR)

  As corporate Head of Human Resources provide senior-level strategic leadership role focusing on supporting significant growth within the organization and the development of a high performance culture. Play a pivotal role in developing company-wide "best of class" HR practices and consistent service delivery to build competitive advantage for the retention and recruitment of senior management employees. As function leader, build a winning team by working closely with other senior managers. Responsible for the creation, development and implementation of human resource strategies, policies, processes and programs that support the organization’s business objectives. Responsible for ensuring corporate compliance with all governmental legislation affecting human resources. Responsible for the areas of recruitment, talent development and succession planning, performance management, compensation and rewards systems, employee communications, culture and organization management. Show less

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  Al ARRAB CONTRACTING CO

  May 2011 - Jun 2012

  Organizational Development Director

  As primary Change Agent, totally restructured & revitalized Human Resources & Administration. Transformed HR management team to provide world-class HR/Admin services to over 7,000 employees in multiple locations. Created HR shared service “Centers of Excellence” to provide professional level of support across region. Implemented metrics driven performance standards of HR team. Pushed Saudi Nitaqaat nationalization classification into “Green”. Expanded the employment of Saudi women in Graphics, Payroll, and Insurance administration. Upgraded Public Relations visibility in preparation for IPO. Implemented the HAY system of compensation management as part of a performance management strategy. Increased SAP utilization for optimum HR capital management. Show less

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  Al Osais Contracting Co.

  Oct 2012 - Feb 2014

  Strategy Development Director

  As change agent, direct the transformation of HR/Admin group servicing over 6,000 employees across multiple locations using standard Project Management methods & techniques. • Organizational Excellence (OD, Rewards & Performance), o Developed full-range compensation plan (base salary, allowances, premiums, & bonuses). o Directed the analysis of labor market data. o Directed the updating of all formal job descriptions. o Designed & implemented a weighted point-factor job evaluation system (similar to Mercer/HAY). o Designed & implemented job families & associated job titling scheme. o Designed & implemented salary structure to parallel median market rates. o Defined hiring rates & performance-based pay system. o Designed & implemented personnel performance management program with associated management training.o Directed the creation of a comprehensive HR/Admin policy & procedures manual.o Directed a process of organizational planning that evaluates structure, job design and manpower forecasting throughout the company.• Talent Acquisition (Workforce Planning, Recruitment & Mobilizations), o Designed & Implemented formal Workforce Planning procedureso Designed & implemented standard recruitment procedures including weekly status reports• Talent Development (Training, Assessment, & Planning), o Initiated on-site PMI style, Project Management Professional (PMP) training program for all professionals & Project Managers. Expanded business English classes to improve productive communications. Expanded construction trades vocational training to aide in Saudization.• HR Systems & Services (HRIS, ATS, & Employee Support Services).o Organized and streamlined HR processes for an efficient and effective operation utilizing SAP. Show less

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  Confidential

  Feb 2014 - Aug 2014

  HR Consultant

  A wide variety of HR project assignments such as organizational studies, executive/management training, performance & reward systems, and management recruitment for companies across the GCC.

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  Abdul Latif Jameel

  Aug 2014 - Dec 2015

  Senior Human Resources Business Partner

  Adhering to Dave Elrich’s model of HR roles. The goal of a strategic partner of the business is to make HR contribute to business strategy. This includes the design of HR strategies that align with the business, contributing to the organization’s values, mission, and planning, having a seat at the table, and participating in strategic planning. Effective implementation of Ulrich’s approach to HR roles drives efficiency, standardization, and strategic HR impact.