Sandi Bloomquist, SPHR's Email Addresses & Phone Numbers

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Director of Human Resources @ From July 2015 to Present (6 months) Director, Human Resources @ Miller Milling is one of the top four milling operations in the U.S., with six strategically located facilities all across the country. As a full service milling resource they can meet all customer milling needs, but it is operate like a small, highly-focused company, with a commitment to customer service and attention to detail. Responsible for the development and oversight of the Human Resources function. Developed and implemented strategic human resources practices and helped finalize the acquisition of four mills into the business. • Counseled all organizational changes to ensure consistency in company strategy, structure and culture. • Developed, implemented and managed all HR budget and policies and procedures. • Developed a relationship with union representatives to maximize the relationships and enhance business practices. • Managed payroll and benefits personnel, ensuring consistency throughout the organization. • Researched, evaluated and implemented benefit plans as necessary to maximize company cost savings and employee satisfaction. • Provided support and counseling to managers and employees on all job related issues, increasing workplace satisfaction. From July 2014 to June 2015 (1 year) Director, Human Resources @ With the brands Caldrea, Caldrea Essentials Collection and Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day, Caldrea Company has strived to offer remarkable, earth-conscious home cleaning, gift and body care products that ignite the senses and inspire people to live beautifully. Strategic member of the executive leadership team. Translated strategic and tactical business plans into HR strategic and operational plans, worked collaboratively with our parent company and managed the human resources integration of the Caldrea business. Helped lead the company to record sales (+18% year on year), shares (+1pt), and margin. • Coached and mentored all members of the executive team leading to a healthy, dynamic leadership team. • Identified general organizational and staff training needs and develop training programs or processes to meet business objectives. • Developed, implemented and managed all HR budget and policies and procedures. • Counseled all organizational changes to ensure consistency in company strategy, structure and culture. • Created and managed compensation ranges for all positions, ensuring the company was competitive in the marketplace. • Researched, evaluated and implemented benefit plans as necessary to maximize company cost savings and employee satisfaction. • Provided support and counseling to managers and employees on all job related issues, increasing workplace satisfaction. • Counseled management with role and responsibility definition within departments and across the organization, improving morale and stabilizing efforts. From March 2012 to July 2014 (2 years 5 months) HR Manager @ Managed all aspects of human resource strategy and administration, including defining HR goals and objectives, reviewing, evaluating and recommending modifications to HR policies, procedures, practices, salaries, benefits and administrative procedures. • Consulted and advised all organizational changes, ensuring consistency of practice throughout the organization. • Analyzed salary and benefit structure and coached management on compensation actions for employees. • Determined the best methods to attract qualified candidates for specific responsibilities and recruited for all positions, resulting in a high corporate image. • Maintained Intranet access, HRIS, and the organizational charts. • Assisted employees with Worker’s Compensation claims and served as Caldrea’s liaison with the insurance carrier. • Coordinated and developed the writing and maintenance of job descriptions, which led to a consistency within and between roles. From April 2006 to March 2012 (6 years) HR Consultant @ Prairie Consulting is a bank consulting firm servicing community banks within the Midwest with a goal to help position community banks for the changing future. Worked with clients to develop and optimize their human resources departments and overall organizational design, supporting clients to meet their strategic goals. • Provided full assessments of clients’ human resource function and organizational alignment as well as analyzed staff roles and developed accountability work plans which led to productive departments and organizations. • Researched and developed customized salary ranges, grade levels, and salary administration procedures and incentive programs to meet individual client needs for clients. • Worked with clients to define and create effective job descriptions and assisted with recruitment efforts. • Served as a coach/mentor to clients’ human resources staff as well as client leadership teams. • Developed and delivered training seminars for clients which increased client human resources knowledge. From September 2002 to April 2006 (3 years 8 months) Human Resources Manager @ The AAN is not-for-profit association of neurologists and the largest trade association in Minnesota. The AAN is committed to advancing the art and science of neurology and promoting the best possible care for patients with neurologic disorders. Provided assistance in identifying, evaluating and resolving human relations and work performance problems, recruiting for all positions and assisting managers, directors and employees with day to day personnel issues. • Participated in developing department goals, objectives and systems and assisted in the preparation of the annual HR budget. • Recommended new approaches, policies and procedures to affect continual improvements in departmental efficiency and services performed and provided clarification and guidance regarding policy and procedure interpretation. • Managed administration of employee benefit plans, managed the Worker’s Compensation program and served as the company’s liaison with the insurance carrier. • Monitored performance evaluation program and ensured evaluations were performed timely and accurately. • Analyzed annual salary and benefit surveys, guided management on compensation actions for employees and developed recommendations as appropriate. • Designed and conducted ongoing supervisory training program. • Assisted managers with the writing and maintenance of current and proposed job descriptions. • Administered and maintained the HRIS system and created reports, customized and standard , as needed. From 1999 to 2002 (3 years) Human Resources Generalist @ From May 1997 to May 2000 (3 years 1 month) Human Development and Family Studies @ Colorado State University From 1992 to 1995 Sandi Bloomquist, SPHR is skilled in: Human Resources, Employee Relations, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Talent Management, Onboarding, Talent Acquisition, Performance Management, Management, Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Design, Employee Engagement, Compensation & Benefits Programs, Executive Coaching