Javier Diaz
London,ON
Summary
A highly motivated HR professional with expertise in HR systems, people analytics, and process improvement. Recognized for effective communication and relationship building, delivering excellence in project management. People and business-focused, passionate about optimizing business processes to maximize productivity.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HR Senior HR Consultant
Discoverppp
Remote, Canada
12.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: (Contract)
- Act as Subject Matter Expert and Project Manager for implementing Human Resources Information Systems worldwide.
- Lead end-to-end HRIS/ERP implementation projects, including configuration, optimization, and post-deployment support.
- Provide functional and technical expertise in modules such as Workforce Management, Time and Attendance, Schedule, Recruitment, Onboarding, Payroll, and Learning Management Systems.
- Design and develop integrations with third-party vendors/systems.
- Gather and analyze business requirements and translate them into scalable system solutions.
- Configure system components to align with business needs and compliance standards.
- Manager data transformation and migration between legacy and new systems.
- Develop and deliver custom training materials tailored for different audiences, including employees, managers, and system administrators.
- Facilitate training sessions using methods aligned with organizational needs (e.g., in-person, virtual, or hybrid).
- Lead testing, data validation, user acceptance testing (UAT), and go-live support.
- Collaborate with internal teams and client stakeholders to ensure timely and successful project delivery.
- Maintain detailed system documentation and provide ongoing post-implementation support and enhancements.
- Travel to client sites to deliver specialized training and support, ensuring high user adoption.
- Work with different type of organizations/sectors, including unionized environments.
- (Contract)
HR Shared Services Specialist
Vecima Network
Remote, Canada
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Company Overview: (Contract)
- Led the implementation of the UKG-Pro suite and the UKG-Dimension/Time and Attendance modules.
- Coordinated the UKG integration with external carrier systems, ensuring effective and secure data transfer.
- Collaborated on the configuration/validation of the UKG Payroll module, integrating USA and Canada processes.
- Developed UKG-BI queries, analyses, and reports for strategic decision-making.
- Managed a massive Benefits enrollment for 500+ staff in USA and Canada.
- Participated in developing training and adoption strategies, including communication to end users.
- Partnered with the technical teams for developing, testing, and implementing HRIS solutions.
- Performed system management activities, including performance monitoring, functional configuration, security, workflow, control table maintenance, custom field creation, bulk data load, and BI reporting.
- (Contract)
hRIS Implementation Specialist
Davis Aplin Group/Vecima Network
Remote, Canada
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Company Overview: (Contract)
- Led the successful implementation of the HRIS, UKG-Pro, for a multinational workforce of 500+ employees.
- Served as the project manager, overseeing process implementation and vendor third-party configuration.
- Demonstrated proficiency in working with various HRIS platforms such as ADP and Dayforce.
- Followed strong governance around the documentation of systems changes.
- (Contract)
Digital HR Functional Lead
Fanshawe College
London, ON
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Improved and streamlined HR processes and prepared data for the HRIS - Workday system implementation.
- Conducted current-future state analysis, identified gaps and areas of improvement.
- Supported the college-wide key data strategy by creating/implementing a tool (Excel) to collect and analyze business requirements.
- Conducted extensive research on legislation, policies, and risk protocols to enhance overall HR operations.
- Stayed abreast of new functionality and roadmap features, suggesting opportunities to leverage Workday for HR program strategies.
Human Resources Specialist
Masco Canada
St. Thomas, ON
12.2018 - 06.2020
- Led the HRIS - Workday system implementation.
- Conducted current-future state analysis to optimize HR processes and improve data accuracy.
- Analyzed bi-annual Workday release and created a plan to update processes, implement and test new features.
- Held accountability for data migration between HR systems, ensuring a seamless transition with 100% accuracy.
- Demonstrated strong coordination skills by effectively managing the HRIS integrations with external vendors.
- Led the HR team and coordinated the change management process to ensure a smooth HRIS transition.
- Managed and executed incoming support tickets and ongoing system improvement tasks.
- Developed Excel application and dashboard to centralize HR data, analyze and monitor 25+ vital indicators (KPIs).
Human Resources Coordinator
Masco Canada
St. Thomas, ON
07.2018 - 12.2018
- Responsible for the benefits administration, employee relationship, health and safety claims, and employee engagement activities.
- Collaborated in different areas of HR by analyzing data, creating reports, and improving processes.
- Worked closely with the Finance-Payroll Team to ensure accurate processing of bi-weekly payroll processes.
- Responsible for the benefits administration, including enrollments, terminations, changes, etc.
- Coordinated the recruitment and selection process, attracting top talent and improving the hiring process.
Research Analyst
London Life
London, ON
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Performed primary and secondary research projects to support the marketing and sales departments.
- Analyzed marketing & compensation strategies for internal and external advisors.
- Developed reports to present results/findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Created methodology to track and identify trends and variations in the monthly sales/operational workforce data.
Process Development and Improvement Analyst
London Life
London, ON
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Conducted business process analysis, mapped the current state and future state, identified gaps, and developed an action plan to align operational processes with a new sales/marketing technological platform.
- Created standard operating procedures, training guides, and training plans for the operation team of 1,000+ staff.
Business System Analyst
City of London
London, ON
01.2012 - 12.2012
- Developed methodology to perform Business Process Mapping for the City of London.
- Analyzed business needs to improve the processes in 4 major areas in the City of London.
Human Resources Organizational Manager
Chama Trailer Truck Manufacturer
Merida
01.2003 - 12.2004
- Improved the full cycle of recruitment and selection, providing HR support to all levels of the organization.
- Led the creation of the marketing department.
- Updated organizational structure and human resources (HR) processes for 800+ staff.
Human Resources Planning & System Manager
Venezuela Oíl Company (PDVSA)
Caracas
01.1991 - 12.2002
- Led the successful implementation of the HRIS-SAP.
- Managed the HR generalist operational team across the country.
- Performed complex analysis and managed models to track metrics to support business decisions.
- Collaborated with the creation of the workforce plan and HR budget. Responsible for tracking and reporting.
Education
Post Graduate Certificate - Human Resources Management
Fanshawe College
Bachelor of Science - Statistics
The Andes University
Websites
Certification
Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP), In progress
Community Service
- Participated as MS Bike Ambassador
- Member of the London Life Team in the Multiple Sclerosis bike fundraising tour
- Volunteer: Relay for Life, Big Brother, and Salvation Army.
Timeline
HR Senior HR Consultant
Discoverppp
12.2023 - Current
HR Shared Services Specialist
Vecima Network
08.2022 - 07.2023
hRIS Implementation Specialist
Davis Aplin Group/Vecima Network
02.2022 - 08.2022
Digital HR Functional Lead
Fanshawe College
06.2021 - 02.2022
Human Resources Specialist
Masco Canada
12.2018 - 06.2020
Human Resources Coordinator
Masco Canada
07.2018 - 12.2018
Research Analyst
London Life
01.2014 - 01.2016
Process Development and Improvement Analyst
London Life
01.2012 - 01.2014
Business System Analyst
City of London
01.2012 - 12.2012
Human Resources Organizational Manager
Chama Trailer Truck Manufacturer
01.2003 - 12.2004
Human Resources Planning & System Manager
Venezuela Oíl Company (PDVSA)
01.1991 - 12.2002
Post Graduate Certificate - Human Resources Management
Fanshawe College
Bachelor of Science - Statistics
The Andes University
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