Brita Tetzloff

• Managed employee relations issues with care and confidentiality, maintaining trust with staff members while resolving conflicts effectively.
• Led whole organization through restructuring and organizational changes after merger from Lufthansa into Gate Gourmet by guiding and coaching leadership team and employees through transition, minimizing disruption to productivity.
• Optimized HR budget allocation by strategically reallocating resources based on department needs and priorities.
• Ensured legal compliance in all HR practices, mitigating potential risks related to employment law violations or disputes.
• Collaborated with executive leadership team to develop long-term HR strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Strengthened employer brand through targeted recruitment marketing campaigns, benefits and communication aimed at attracting top-tier candidates as well as to retain talents in organization.
• Managed reviews for leadership development in order to ensure succession and talent management and provide support.
• Designed new compensation structures and performance management systems that supported competitive positioning, employee development and organizational success.

• Led cross-functional teams to achieve company-wide growth objectives, fostering collaboration and innovation.
• Established a high-performing executive team, recruiting top talent from diverse industries to drive organizational excellence.
• Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
• Led change and transformation across HR and other business areas to deliver benefits and align company resources. Led Covid crisis management in order to mitigate risks and massive disruptions.
• Managed complex negotiations with shareholder and unions for favorable contract terms, especially in connection with sale of the company.

• Evaluated human resources structure and plan for continual improvement and offered individuals professional and personal growth opportunities.
• Developed comprehensive process for new hires and reviewed new hire productivity, optimizing onboarding effectiveness.
• Enhanced team workflows and employee job satisfaction by coordinating communication between managers and employees.
• Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve in times of transition.

Developed and implemented new commission calculation system for Mercedes-Benz retailer to ensure compliant and low-risk transition after acquisition of the company and to maintain employee satisfaction.

• Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
• Established a highly motivated leadership team by coaching management team on HR issues, talent development and performance processes.
• Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality results.
• Demonstrated exceptional adaptability in navigating complex situations or rapidly changing environments with ease.
• Improved team performance by providing comprehensive training and focusing on customer needs.