Reema Tiwari

HR Manager

Morristown, New Jersey, United States15 yrs 11 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Expanded workforce by 65% with high retention rates.
Designed leadership programs with 40% promotion success.
Led HRIS implementations driving process efficiency.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic HR leader with expertise in workforce transformation and HR technology in the healthcare sector.

Contact

reema.tiwari05@gmail.com LinkedIn

Skills

Core Skills

Hr Business PartneringTalent Strategy & Succession PlanningHr Technology EnablementCulture & EngagementEmployee EngagementHr OperationsTalent Acquisition

Other Skills

Adaptable LeaderAttrition Management & Employee RetentionBehavioral AnalysisBenefits NegotiationCapability DevelopmentChange CatalystChange ManagementChange Management & Process OptimizationCollaboration & Team SupportCommunication & CoordinationCompensation & BenefitsCompetency Based InterviewingConflict Resolution & Employee RelationsCross-Functional CollaborationCulture Building Programs

About

Strategic HR leader with 15+ years of experience driving workforce transformation, talent development, and people-centric change across global enterprises. I partner with senior leadership to align HR strategy with business goals, accelerate growth, and build inclusive, high-performance cultures. Highlights include: Workforce Growth & Retention: Expanded workforce by 65% while sustaining retention above 70% across business units. Talent & Leadership Development: Designed global mobility and succession frameworks; launched leadership programs with 40%+ promotion success for high potentials. HR Technology Enablement: Led enterprise-wide HRIS implementations (SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle), driving process efficiency and adoption across business units. Culture & Engagement: Spearheaded wellness-driven engagement programs and flexible-work initiatives that strengthened employee satisfaction and DEI. Core strengths include HR business partnering, organizational development, talent strategy, performance management, and executive stakeholder collaboration. I am passionate about building workplaces where people thrive, leaders grow, and business goals are consistently achieved.

Experience

Hoya surgical optics

2 roles

Senior Manager HR

Promoted

Apr 2024 – Present · 1 yr 11 mos

Promoted to lead strategic HR initiatives, workforce expansion, and HR technology transformation. Partnered with leadership to modernize policies, strengthen engagement, and deliver scalable people solutions across business units.
Key Contributions
Workforce Growth & Retention – Expanded headcount by 60%+ over 5 years while sustaining 82%+ employee satisfaction and reducing recruitment costs by 20%+ through workforce planning and internal mobility.
HR Tech Transformation – Directed full-cycle Oracle HRIS implementation for 650+ employees (migration, testing, training, adoption), achieving smooth go-live and enhanced data visibility.
Leadership Development – Designed and launched the iRise Sales Leadership Program for 25+ high potentials; 40% promoted within 18 months. Advanced succession pipelines with 12+ internal promotions via HiPo assessments.
Engagement & DEI – Introduced benefits refresh, flexible work, and peer-recognition platforms, delivering a 6% engagement increase and achieving Top Global Satisfaction ranking 3 years consecutively.
Policy Modernization & Risk Management – Developed/refreshed policies (sales incentives, travel, referral, wellness leave, MyDay), ensuring compliance and audit readiness. Partnered with HR/Legal on ER cases, investigations, and PIPs.
Change Management – Orchestrated closure of Equipment Division with zero disruption and full redeployment of critical talent.
Operational Efficiency & Cost Savings – Streamlined HR operations by renegotiating vendor contracts and insourcing events, delivering 16% cost savings while maintaining high engagement outcomes.
Recognition
🏆 Most Innovative HR Leader – HOYA (2024)
🏆 Best Department Award – HOYA (2024)

Workforce Growth & RetentionHR Tech TransformationLeadership DevelopmentEngagement & DEIPolicy Modernization & Risk ManagementOperational Efficiency & Cost Savings+2

Manager HR

Sep 2019 – Apr 2024 · 4 yrs 7 mos

Joined HOYA to lead core HR initiatives in engagement, policy alignment, and HR technology enablement, laying the foundation for organizational scale and future transformation.
Key Contributions
Engagement & Culture – Launched Together at the Table and Synergy Circles, driving 82%+ employee engagement and recognition as a Top Engagement Performer.
Talent Acquisition & Retention – Strengthened hiring processes, reduced time-to-fill, and increased internal mobility while maintaining 70%+ retention rates.
Performance & Development – Supported performance management and learning programs, aligning employee growth with business priorities.
Global Policy Alignment – Partnered with cross-border HR teams (Japan, Germany, Singapore) to standardize policies and set the stage for job architecture frameworks.
HR Tech Enablement – Contributed to early Oracle HRIS implementation, improving HR data accuracy and process efficiency.
Recognized for building scalable HR foundations and promoted to Senior Manager to lead enterprise-wide transformation initiatives.

Engagement & CultureTalent Acquisition & RetentionPerformance & DevelopmentGlobal Policy AlignmentHR Tech EnablementHR Business Partnering+1

Panasonic

2 roles

Assistant Manager HR

Promoted

Apr 2016 – Aug 2019 · 3 yrs 4 mos

Advanced to Assistant Manager to drive HR transformation, employee engagement, and talent development initiatives. Partnered with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to digitize HR processes, enhance employee experience, and build a culture of inclusion and collaboration.
Key Contributions
Engagement & Well-being – Designed and rolled out Vibrant Panasonic, shifting focus from event-based activities to holistic well-being for 1,800+ employees. Increased engagement participation by 35% and reduced wellness-related absenteeism by 10%.
Digital HR Transformation – Partnered on SAP SuccessFactors rollout (Onboarding, LMS, Succession); coordinated data migration, training, and adoption support, driving 85%+ usage across employees.
Talent Development – Assisted with Development & Assessment Centre operations, supporting identification of high-potential employees and succession planning efforts.
HR Process Enhancement – Improved onboarding, exit, and grievance workflows, cutting onboarding time by 30% and improving early retention by 8%.
Collaboration & Team Support – Worked closely with cross-functional leaders and guided HR support staff to ensure compliance, smooth daily operations, and stronger employee experience.
Recognition
🏆 President Excellence Award — for contributions to transforming engagement through innovative, people-first initiatives.

Engagement & Well-beingDigital HR TransformationTalent DevelopmentHR Process EnhancementCollaboration & Team SupportHR Technology Enablement+1

Sr. Executive - HR

Dec 2013 – Mar 2016 · 2 yrs 3 mos

Delivered HR operational and engagement support, working closely with managers and cross-functional teams to improve processes, enhance employee touchpoints, and maintain seamless workforce operations.
Key Contributions
Employee Engagement – Supported recognition and wellness initiatives that later evolved into the Vibrant Panasonic program, helping establish a culture of participation and inclusion.
Onboarding & Process Support – Executed end-to-end onboarding and offboarding, improving joiner experience and ensuring consistent HR compliance.
Communication & Coordination – Facilitated engagement surveys, skip-level connects, and grievance tracking, enabling managers to act on feedback effectively.
Cross-Functional Collaboration – Assisted with L&D logistics, town halls, and internal communications across departments, ensuring smooth execution of enterprise-wide programs.
HR Operations – Maintained payroll coordination, employee documentation, and HR databases with accuracy and timeliness.

Employee EngagementOnboarding & Process SupportCommunication & CoordinationCross-Functional CollaborationHR Operations

India world technologies pvt. ltd.

Sr. Executive- HR & Training

Jul 2012 – Nov 2013 · 1 yr 4 mos · Delhi

Contributed to HR operations, recruitment, and employee support in a dynamic, growth-focused environment. Partnered with business teams to ensure smooth onboarding, consistent employee communication, and engagement touchpoints across departments.
Key Contributions
Supported end-to-end recruitment and induction programs, ensuring timely hiring and smooth integration of new employees.
Coordinated employee communications, surveys, and skip-level connects to strengthen feedback channels.
Assisted in managing employee documentation, HR queries, and grievance tracking, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Recruitment & InductionEmployee CommunicationHR OperationsTalent Acquisition

Power house sports international

HR Executive

Jan 2010 – Jun 2012 · 2 yrs 5 mos · Delhi

Supported core HR operations, recruitment coordination, and training logistics as part of a small, high-paced HR team. Contributed to onboarding efficiency and assisted in employee engagement initiatives that strengthened workplace communication.
Key Contributions
Assisted in recruitment and campus hiring events, ensuring smooth candidate coordination and timely follow-ups.
Managed induction and training logistics, supporting seamless rollouts for new employees.
Helped facilitate engagement surveys and feedback processes, providing insights for HR managers and business leaders.

Recruitment CoordinationTraining LogisticsEmployee EngagementTalent Acquisition