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Zavi Russell

@zavirussell

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Seasoned project manager with expertise in HR transformation projects.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to leverage my HR transformation expertise while fostering a collaborative and innovative company culture.

I am a seasoned Project Manager with over seven years of experience leading large-scale HR transformation projects, including the Global Employee Records Management Digital Transformation and Global Job Model Modernization. My expertise lies in analyzing HR processes, engaging stakeholders, and employing agile project management methodologies to drive successful outcomes.

Currently, I am a Process Design & UX Contractor at Warner Bros. Discovery, where I lead process design across multiple talent-focused workstreams. I partner with HR, People Analytics, and Legal to map workflows and synthesize pain points, ensuring alignment with system, tech, and governance requirements. My previous roles at Facebook/Meta and UPS Capital Insurance Agency have further honed my skills in HRIS implementations and strategic project planning.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Process Design & UX Contractor

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Warner Bros. Discovery

Jan 2025 - Present (4 months)

Leading process design across multiple talent-focused workstreams, including the internal talent marketplace and budget/forecast planning. Partnering with HR and Legal to map workflows and align system requirements for future state design.

Process Design UX Design Stakeholder Engagement Agile Project Management Workday Process Mapping

Project Manager

Facebook/Meta

Jun 2022 - Jul 2023 (1 year 1 month)

Analyzed HR processes and defined requirements for transformation projects, leading to the design and implementation of efficient solutions. Managed comprehensive project plans and coordinated the implementation of a new contractor time tracking system.

HR Processes Project Management Change Management HRIS Implementation Cross Functional Collaboration User Acceptance Testing

Project Manager

UPS Capital Insurance Agency

Oct 2017 - Jun 2022 (4 years 8 months)

Analyzed HR processes and Workday system, identifying areas for improvement. Developed a business case for the Global Job Model Modernization project and managed an 18-month agile project rollout.

HR Processes Workday Agile Project Management Business Case Development Risk Management Project Planning Testing

Project Manager, HRIS

CMES INC

Dec 2016 - Oct 2017 (10 months)

Directed the implementation of an HRIS IT project, ensuring on-time delivery and seamless integration. Developed change management strategies and led training sessions, resulting in a measurable increase in employee retention rates.