Sargun Sarna
Mississauga,Canada
Summary
Dynamic HR professional with expertise in HRIS, payroll systems, and employee relations. Demonstrated success in enhancing operational efficiency and reducing attrition rates at Powerbev Inc. and ColdHaus Direct. Proven ability to streamline processes and elevate workforce metrics while fostering employee satisfaction and promoting a positive workplace culture.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Generalist, People & Culture
UNICEF Canada
07.2024 - Current
- Enhanced operations by developing Standard Operating Procedures for efficiency.
- Resolved employee relations issues through effective management support and guidance.
- Advised on human resources matters, including benefits, payroll, and personnel records.
- Analyzed workforce metrics, delivering insights on headcount and turnover rates.
- Conducted job analysis to determine appropriate classifications and compensation levels.
- Facilitated onboarding for new employees, providing training and orientation materials.
- Led cross-functional HR projects, ensuring alignment and collaborative execution.
- Improved workflow by streamlining internal processes and service delivery systems.
Human Resources Generalist
IHSA - Infrastructure Health & Safety Association
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Achieved 100% compliance through comprehensive HR audits and gap identification.
- Enhanced employee handbook by recommending clear policy revisions and improvements.
- Streamlined recruitment processes for hybrid and on-site staff in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Aligned temporary staffing levels with business needs while ensuring strict compliance.
- Resolved HR inquiries effectively, providing timely solutions to stakeholders.
- Conducted thorough investigations and executed disciplinary actions per organizational policies.
Talent Acquisition Specialist & HR Advisor
Powerbev Inc. & ColdHaus Direct
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Achieved promotion within four months for exceptional performance and impact.
- Ensured compliance with schedules through effective time and attendance management tools.
- Processed job abandonment cases for 14 warehouses during peak seasons efficiently.
- Conducted professional investigations and terminations, updating employee records with empathy.
- Coordinated Temporary Schedule Accommodation requests, ensuring fair treatment for employees.
- Maintained accurate employee data integrity through diligent scrutiny of HRIS systems.
- Streamlined employee handbook for comprehensive business branch coverage and accessibility.
- Reduced attrition rate from 28% to 12.8% within three months through strategic initiatives.
- Managed WSIB, WCB, and WorkSafe BC claims, decreasing processing time by 20%.
Generalist, Human Resources
Sarna Automobiles Ltd
05.2014 - 04.2022
- Company Overview: (Automobile Manufacturing)
HR Executive
Eros Hotels, managed by Hilton
10.2013 - 04.2014
Accounts Executive
Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS)
01.2011 - 08.2013
Education
Masters Associate degree - Federal Taxation
DeVry University
Phoenix, US01.2011
MBA - HR & Finance
I.P University
Delhi01.2010
Post Graduation - Personnel Management
YMCA
Delhi01.2008
Bachelor of Commerce - undefined
Delhi University
Delhi01.2007
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Excel
- Word
- PowerPoint
- Teams
- Outlook
- SharePoint
- Visio
- HRIS
- Time & attendance
- Payroll Systems
- Ceridian
- Dayforce
- ADP WFN
- Workday
- Applicant Tracking Systems
- Job Portals
- LinkedIn recruiter
- Indeed
- ZipRecruiter
- Monster
- Project Management
- Collaboration
- Smartsheet
- Payroll Management
- Job Analysis
- Employee Relations
- Benefits Administration
- Occupational Safety
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Certification
SHRM - SCP - Estimated completion Feb, 2026
CPHR - Estimated completion Feb, 2026
Timeline
Generalist, People & Culture
UNICEF Canada
07.2024 - Current
Human Resources Generalist
IHSA - Infrastructure Health & Safety Association
03.2024 - 07.2024
Talent Acquisition Specialist & HR Advisor
Powerbev Inc. & ColdHaus Direct
06.2022 - 12.2023
Generalist, Human Resources
Sarna Automobiles Ltd
05.2014 - 04.2022
HR Executive
Eros Hotels, managed by Hilton
10.2013 - 04.2014
Accounts Executive
Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS)
01.2011 - 08.2013
MBA - HR & Finance
I.P University
Post Graduation - Personnel Management
YMCA
Bachelor of Commerce - undefined
Delhi University
Masters Associate degree - Federal Taxation
DeVry University