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Rij Sarmiento

@rijsarmiento

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Strategic HR professional with 8+ years of experience.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters a collaborative culture and offers opportunities for professional growth.

I am a strategic HR professional with over 8 years of experience in aligning HR strategies with business goals. My journey has taken me through diverse working environments where I have excelled in managing various aspects of HR, including employee relations, full-cycle recruitment, and performance management. I have a strong background in HR technology, utilizing tools such as BambooHR, Workday, and Oracle HCM to enhance HR efficiency and streamline processes.

In my recent role as P&C Manager at Nucleus Networks Inc., I advised senior leadership on HR strategies and successfully implemented initiatives that boosted HR efficiency by 30%. I have a proven track record of improving employee engagement and retention through innovative DEI programs and structured performance reviews. My experience also includes coaching managers on performance and compliance, leading training sessions for over 60 leaders, and developing data-driven strategies to enhance workplace morale and transparency.

With a commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture, I am passionate about driving HR initiatives that support business growth and employee satisfaction. I am currently pursuing my PMP certification and hold a CPHR designation, which further solidifies my expertise in the HR field.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

P&C Manager

Nucleus Networks Inc.

Jun 2023 - Aug 2024 (1 year 2 months)

Advised senior leadership on HR strategies, quarterly OKRs, and compensation planning, directly influencing business growth and accountability. Streamlined onboarding and HR workflows via BambooHR, boosting HR efficiency by 30%.

HR strategy Compensation Plans Onboarding HR Workflow Optimization BambooHR Employee Engagement Talent Acquisition Performance Management

P&C Manager – Contract

Lions Digital Studios

Feb 2023 - Jul 2023 (5 months)

Implemented HRIS (BambooHR), reducing reporting inefficiencies by 90%. Standardized job descriptions and internal communication tools, improving role clarity and cross-team collaboration.

HRIS Implementation BambooHR Internal Communications Talent Acquisition

HR Business Partner

Corix Group of Companies

Feb 2022 - Feb 2023 (1 year)

Coached managers on performance, discipline, recruitment and employment law, mitigating legal risk and improving workplace morale. Facilitated Manager Training & Development sessions for over 60 leaders, building capability across the business.

Performance Coaching Employment Law Disciplinary Actions Performance Management Onboarding Employee Engagement

HR Generalist

Fresh Start Foods

Feb 2018 - Feb 2022 (4 years)

Partnered with plant managers to manage HR for 380+ employees across four facilities. Introduced and led the first H&S department, reducing resolution time on safety issues by 50%.

HR Management Health & Safety ADP Workday Recruitment Benefits Administration

HR Assistant

Tides Canada/MakeWay Foundation

Sep 2015 - Sep 2016 (1 year)

Processed onboarding/offboarding documentation and supported payroll and benefits operations. Administered employee training and compliance programs across provinces.

Onboarding Offboarding Payroll Benefits Administration Data Analysis File Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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Project Management, Project Management

2025 -

Currently pursuing Project Management certification, working towards acquiring PMP certification. This ongoing education focuses on project planning, execution, and management.

Erickson Coaching International

Coach Diploma, Coaching

2021 - 2022

Completed a Coach Diploma program, focusing on developing coaching methodologies and practices. Acquired skills in effective communication and leadership.

CPHR Alberta

CPHR Designation, Human Resources

2021 - 2021

Obtained the CPHR Designation, demonstrating a high level of competence and ethical practice in human resources. This certification signifies expertise in various HR domains.

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU)

BBA: Human Resources Management, Human Resources Management

2013 - 2018

Studied Human Resources Management, gaining foundational knowledge in HR principles and practices. Developed skills in various HR functions relevant to business operations.