Experience

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  Charisma records

  Jan 1990 - Jan 1992

  Manager of human resources and administration

  Record Company, locating and promoting musical talentManager of Administration (company sold and dissolved) Administration - Created the Administrative Department and mailroom for this start-up company. Coordinated personnel, payroll, benefits and insurance, while overseeing all office managerial functions.Payroll - Reviewed all bookkeeping/accounting documentation. Managed union and non-union, exempt and non-exempt, automated multi-state payroll.Training Development and Employee Relations - Wrote and implemented the policy and procedure handbook and the travel and expense manual. Troubleshoot employee concerns on all levels.Benefits - Set up and implementation of 401K and health benefit plans, involving presentations. Hired, trained and supervised the office support personnel.Facilities Maintenance - Handled vendor selection and price negotiation, as well as overseeing purchasing of all supplies and equipment. Oversaw re-organizational construction while coordinating events with building management. Show less

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  Nassau candy distributors, inc.

  Jan 1994 - Sept 2008

  Vice president of human resources

  Manufacturer and Distributor of confectionary and gourmet foodVP of Human Resources-Manage employee and office practices, supervise staff of seven.Recruiting - Developed and implemented the entire recruiting process, to include improved practices resulting in higher quality staffing. Utilizing creative recruitment methods to reduce costs. Consult with managers to forecast hiring requirements and talent allocation. Counsel employees posting for internal positions.Employee Relations - Counsel and coach employees regarding issues related to compensation, benefits and personal issues. Counsel managers on various employee relations issues; work one on one with employees to resolve issues. Developed and implemented recognition, development and communications programs.Employee Benefits - Designed and implemented a full range of employee benefit programs .Compensation and Payroll - Developed and implemented Annual Performance reviews and end of the year bonuses; Evaluated and established salary and position level for employment offers; consistently working on salary analysis to keep up changes in the market and cost of living. Directed weekly and bi-weekly payroll via an in-house system.Training and Development - Developed operations training manuals for employees of various departments; developed and implemented a New Hire Orientation program for all full time employees; Authored and implemented the employee handbook and all human resources policies and procedures. Counsel managers and supervisors on all development and compliance issues.Facilities Maintenance - Negotiate service agreements with various vendors; set up ordering procedures for supplies and equipment to ensure cost effective programs. Detailed involvement in the operations of the warehouse and factory. Instituted a sanitation program and good manufacturing practices program.Departmental Restructuring - Developed organization charts in line with strategic goals. Show less

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  St. joseph's college

  Sept 2000 - Dec 2000

  Human resources certification courses

  Self development, both professionally and personally, are very important to me. Seeking an SPHR certification was one of the ways I choose to continue my development. Having the ability to assist others as they study to achieve their certification, gives me a sense of satisfaction along the way.

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  First quality enterprises

  Sept 2008 - Apr 2009

  Human resources leader

  Manufacturer of feminine hygiene, diapers and adult incontinence productsHuman Resource Leader, Corporate Office-Lead to Direct Human Resource Site Managers to successfully perform Human Resources functions. Travel, as needed, to facilities in PA and GA.CINDY FORMAN PAGE TWOEmployee Relations - Coached and counseled HR Site Managers and Senior Executives regarding issues related to compensation, benefits and personnel issues.Employee Benefits - Negotiated renewal of employee benefit programs to maintain competitive offerings while controlling company expenses.Compensation and Payroll - Conducted audits to ensure consistency and compliance of all sites.Recruiting -Work with Recruiting Managers to upgrade recruiting practices. Consult with managers to forecast hiring requirements and talent allocation. Show less

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  Korg usa

  May 2009 - Dec 2010

  Director of human resources

  A Sales and Marketing Company, distributing equipment within the music industryDirector of HR, Manage employee/office practices with a focus on providing leadership, and training/ development.Training and Development - Developed programs to increase leadership ability of management team, to include online training, peer to peer coaching and business book clubs. Utilizing an awarded state issued grant, created a program to develop managers and employees in the areas of time management, marketing principles and leadership initiatives. Employee Relations - Coached and counseled Senior Executives and the management team regarding issues related to organizational development, recruiting/succession planning, compensation, and personnel issues.Employee Benefits - Negotiated renewal of employee benefit programs to maintain competitive offerings while controlling company expenses.Compensation and Payroll - Conducted audits to ensure consistency and compliance. Work with ADP.Recruiting - Consult with managers to forecast hiring requirements and talent allocation. Show less

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  Forman kind. llc

  Mar 2011 - now

  Hr consultant

  Successfully delivering corporate innovative Human Resources Generalist proficiency, Executive Coaching, and application design; as well as management to various industries, ranging from small aerospace manufacturers, such as Alken Industries; third party administrators, such as ASO/SIDS; to large financial institutions such as Keefe, Bruyette and Woods (KBW).As well as Resume Writing and Career Coaching to individuals. • Delivered HR process and technology deliverables in an ADP Workforce Now, HR Payroll Platform.• Handled the improvement of operational metrics, performance measurement and business development by providing post-implementation and implementation support, as well as manage the client relationship.• HR responsibilities include, but not limited to, the improvement of Performance Management, Legal Compliance, Employee Relations, Training & Recruiting through the strategic assessment of company needs. Show less