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Melissa Surdez

CEO

Matawan, New Jersey, United States31 yrs 3 mos experience
Highly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Proven track record in Talent Management and Change Management.
  • Expertise in coaching and consulting for senior executives.
  • Strong background in organizational development and employee engagement.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Human Resources Leader with expertise in organizational development and talent management.

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OnboardingSuccession PlanningEmployee RelationsTalent AcquisitionOrganizational DesignRecruitingBusiness Process ImprovementPerformance AppraisalProgram ManagementPersonnel ManagementTrainingWorkforce PlanningStrategic PlanningHiringPolicy

About

Human Resources Leader with experience in global organizations in all facets of Human Resources including Talent Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Change Management and Employee Engagement. Proven track record of coaching, consulting, collaborating and designing solutions for impact that drive results. Experienced in forging a vision for the future, identifying and addressing critical gaps, and developing strategies that drive business results. Specialties:  Talent Management  Coaching & Consulting  Change Management  Operational Excellence  Organizational Development  Strategy Development  Leadership Development  Culture & Engagement

Experience

31 yrs 3 mos
Total Experience
13 yrs 7 mos
Average Tenure
4 yrs
Current Experience

Alight solutions

Senior Vice President Human Resources

May 2022Present · 4 yrs

Johnson & johnson

7 roles

Head, Global People Experience Organization

Jan 2020May 2022 · 2 yrs 4 mos

Global Head of Human Resources, Enterprise IT

Promoted

Sep 2014Jan 2020 · 5 yrs 4 mos

  • Provide support to Johnson & Johnson Chief Information Officer and the broader Information Techology organization which consists of over 5000 IT colleagues worldwide. As a member of the Global IT Leadership team, I provide strategic human resources business partnership for JNJ global IT organization including Business facing IT organizations, Infrastructure and Application Services, Technology and Enterprise Business Service organizations. Also responsible for leading a group of HR professionals in creating and implementing HR strategies to support short and long term strategies for these respecitve client groups globally.

Sr. Human Resource Director

Mar 2010Sep 2014 · 4 yrs 6 mos

  • Currently Support 30 Senior/Executive Business Leaders including 1 Board Member. Global client groups are Quality, Direct Procurement, Indirect Procurement, Strategic Operations and Finance. (Approx 2500 employees worldwide)
  • Provide full Human Resources Business Partner support to large client group
  • Ensure appropriate strategies / plans are developed and executed to address any HR related gaps in the organization (i.e. performance, skills / capabilities, talent (diverse pipeline), process, etc.)
  • Deploy key HR processes in close partnership with the Corporate Specialist Groups: i.e. Compensation Planning, Credo Survey and Talent Management.
  • Coach Senior Executives
  • Leading the transformation/restructuring project in Global Procurement and Global Plan for Consumer business
  • Leading restructuring efforts for J&J Enterprise Global Procurement function
  • Representing Change Management on behalf of Consumer Supply Chain HR at the Enterprise Supply Chain Change Management Council
  • Where needed ensure HR processes are aligned with Region, Global and J&J Supply Chain direction.
  • Currently operate in a heavily matrix environment

Human Resources Director

Promoted

Feb 2009Feb 2010 · 1 yr

  • Provided support for 32 Senior/Executive Business Leaders, including 8 Board Members. Global client groups are Business Development, Clinical Innovations, Global Marketing, Therakos Inc., Veridex LLC., Finance, Communications, and Legal. (Approx 700 employees worldwide)
  • Provided full Human Resources Business Partner support to large client group
  • Coached Senior Executives (Board level)
  • Led organizational redesigns to better align to strategic objectives (Grow core business and Invest in new growth platforms) directly with Company Group Chairman
  • Directed and executed organizational design and change initiatives in our Therakos Inc., and Veridex, LLC. Business’ resulting in positive business results, increased employee engagement and internal talent opportunities.
  • Active member of NA BBHR Advisory Council. Selected as an HR thought leader representing the MD&D sector
  • Coached and managed several HR Directors and Managers within J&J -HR organization
  • Created and led on-boarding and assimilation activities for new Board Members and Company Group Chairs
  • Lead annual talent management processes including succession planning, compensation planning and performance management
  • Successfully executed multiple workforces reductions, including legal review, agreement preparation, impact analysis, change management communications development and actual separation discussions

Global Human Resources Director, Talent Management

Jan 2007Feb 2009 · 2 yrs 1 mo

  • Human Resources Director responsible for developing and leading the overall strategy and execution of the Worldwide OCD Franchise HR Talent Management Process (Approx 3500 employees worldwide)
  • Worked in a matrix business model
  • Actively contributed to shaping the MD&D Talent organization which led to the creation of Johnson & Johnson Talent Management organization under Peter Fasolo
  • Developed and implemented core processes related to executive succession management, high potential management, identification and development of emerging talent and executive assessment
  • Integrated into a global talent plan the actions and activities of the HR Business Partners who managed the Talent Management processes in the regions and functions
  • Created and had oversight for cross-functional rotation programs for internal emerging talent and Commercial Leadership Development Program for MBAs globally, designed to develop future general managers
  • Provided HR Business Partners and/or line management with education and consultation pertaining to existing and newly developed talent management processes and practices.
  • Provided counsel and expertise in the areas of talent sharing, succession planning, and executive coaching on a global level to OCD Global Management Board
  • Defined talent management metrics and develops practical tracking and reporting methods
  • Co-Chaired worldwide OCD Franchise Diversity Council with Board Member
  • Created, implemented and led management of new Employee Relations outsourcing model – the first one of its kind for Johnson & Johnson

Human Resources Director, OCD and Veridex, LLC.

Promoted

Jan 2001Jan 2007 · 6 yrs

  • Provided support for 15 Business Leaders, including 1 Board Member. Client groups included North American Sales Organization at OCD and Veridex, LLC. (Approx. 600 employees).
  • Member of Global Management Board at Veridex, LLC.
  • Led Veridex organizational re-design and restructure transitioning the business from an R&D focus to a commercial organization
  • Internal consultant on organizational design, implementation and change management
  • Partnered with Business Partners to identify and implement both individual and team development
  • Provided counsel and expertise in the areas of organization effectiveness, succession planning, compensation management, talent management, performance management, training/development, competency development, strategic planning, etc.
  • Co-Chaired OCD Franchise Diversity Council
  • Provided system-wide change interventions focusing on business process improvements, talent management, leadership development, organizational alignments, employee relations, team building and other internal business partnering

Human Resource Manager

Jan 2001Jan 2004 · 3 yrs

  • Provided support for 25 Business Leaders, including 2 Board Members. Global client groups included North American Sales Organization, WW Customer Technical Services Organization and WW Finance organization (Approx. 800 employees)
  • Provided counsel and expertise in the areas of organization effectiveness, succession planning, compensation management, talent management, performance management, training / development, competency development, strategic planning, etc
  • Talent Navigator Champion for OCD
  • Co-lead on OCD Learning & Development Strategy for 2005
  • Designed and implemented new organizational structure for Finance Organization
  • Led reorganization efforts for new Global Marketing Organization
  • Worked closely with all levels of management to manage downsizing and restructuring
  • Responsible for entire rollout of Succession Planning and Development Process for OCDI (including International)
  • Facilitated Talent Scope/Talent Quest sessions for Business Partners
  • Designed and implemented of the new hire hiring profile for the N American Sales Organization
  • Responsible for generalist support, which included facilitating performance appraisal system, succession planning, and compensation planning
  • Provided employee relations, policy interpretation, career counseling, and organizational development support to the client group
  • Recruited diverse, well-qualified individuals in a timely and cost effective manner

Ge capital

3 roles

Human Resource Manager

Promoted

Jan 1999Jan 2000 · 1 yr

  • Regional HR Manager for newly formed Managed Services Organization within GE Capital IT Solutions - Boston and NY Districts (Approx. 400 employees).
  • Led country in Compliance for RESOLVE rollout 2000
  • Assisted in Creating Retention Best Practices for Managed Services Organization
  • Provided Internet Leads for Sales Team to help close the Gap (Q3)
  • Utilized SAMETIME Application to introduce Virtual Training to Field Workforce (“Positive Work Environment”)
  • Chairperson for Communication Committee (Managed Services)
  • Webmaster for newly created Communication Monthly Review for Managed Services Organization
  • Rolled out first Employee Satisfaction Survey for Managed Services (NY District)
  • Planned, Organized “Staff Rotations” & “Bubble Assignments” (Retention Programs in the NY District)
  • Integrated and Transitioned new Inacom Accounts into GE Culture (BMW, GE CR&D, GE Aircraft)
  • Provided advice and counseling to all employees including senior and executive level management.
  • Responsible for implementation and training new orientation programs to Atlantic Region.
  • Coordinated, Organized and Presented all training programs to Districts (Sexual Harassment Prevention, Diversity, Leadership, Effective Interviewing Skills)
  • Counseled employees concerning work related issues including the development of career paths within the organization

Sr. Human Resource Generalist

Promoted

Jan 1997Jan 1999 · 2 yrs

  • Regional HR Generalist for a sixteen state region that generated over $1 billion in annual revenue by providing information technology and services. Served as Strategic Partner for Northeast Services and Sales organization (Approx. 800 employees).
  • Provided advice and counsel to all employees including senior and executive management.
  • Responsible for implementation and training new orientation programs to Atlantic Region.
  • Administered Salary Planning and Performance Review/Management Programs.
  • Processed all new hire and payroll changes in the areas of salary increases, overtime, tuition reimbursement, employee referrals etc.
  • Coordinated overseas assignments with GE International.
  • Responded to all EEOC charges and investigations.
  • Counseled employees concerning work related issues including the development of career paths within the organization
  • Completed an in-depth consulting study on regional attrition
  • Processed all workers compensation paperwork timely.

Senior Recruiter

Jan 1994Jan 1997 · 3 yrs

  • Screened, Interviewed, tested and evaluated candidates for entry level, and experienced professional/technical positions, including middle and upper management.
  • Recommended and offered counsel to management in the selection of proper candidates.
  • Conducted and developed recruitment programs through company referrals, colleges, technical job fairs, associations, and established relationships within the industry in order to minimize recruitment costs.
  • Tracked, organized, and negotiated with outside consulting services throughout the country to ensure the best rates and service for GE Capital, IT Solutions nationwide.
  • Negotiated financial packages to accommodate both GE Capital, IT Solutions and the candidate and to officially present the applicant with an offer of employment

Education

Rutgers University

Masters — Human Resource Leadership

Jan 2005Jan 2005

Monmouth University

BA — Communications

Jan 1987Jan 1991

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