Catalina ESTRADA Employment Coach at Catalina Estrada Restrepo INC

Senior Human Resources Manager Americas

Ozeolcom

Feb 2024 - Current (2 years 3 months)

•Implemented the Employee Experience model across the cluster, improving employee engagement and driving a cultural shift towards an employee-centric organization. •Increased eNPS in +10% by enhancing employee engagement strategies and fostering a strong alignment between employee experience and business goals. •Led the collaboration across departments to ensure compliance with company policies and ethical standards, reinforcing a culture of accountability. •Drove the digital transformation of HR tools, reducing administrative workload by 30% and increasing operational efficiency.

Andean Cluster Human Resources Director

KuehneNagel

Jun 2022 - Aug 2023 (1 year 3 months)

As a Senior HR Leader, I reported directly to the Andean Cluster MD and had a dotted line to the Regional HR VP. My role was responsible for HR strategies across 4 countries with a focus on HRBP, Customer Centric Culture, Engagement, Performance Mgmt, Talent Acquisition, Comp&Ben, Career Development, Training and Onboarding. I led a team of 8 direct reports and impacted over 1,700 employees. Key Contributions: - Strategy Implementation: Successfully implemented new global HR and business strategies across the Cluster, achieving a 95% adoption rate for a revamped performance management approach and fostering a tech-centric culture. - Digital Transformation: Led the digitalization of HR tools, consolidating them into a unified platform for

Regional Human Resources Director, Latam (temporary)

International Rescue Committee

Apr 2022 - Jun 2022 (3 months)

Senior HRBP and Regional HR Director reporting directly to the Latam VP and in matrix to the Global HR leader for non-profit programme countries. I was responsible for all Latam region with a team of 5 HR Managers reporting directly into me and approx. 1.000 IRC Staff. Responsible for the implementation of the global and regional HR strategy. I´d like to mention that IRC is a beautiful company to work for. I didn´t leave this organization for anything different than my current personal conditions at that time. IRC is one of the best organizations I have ever worked for, and I will be so happy to go back one day to work for them and make a difference in this world.

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Employment Coach

Catalina Estrada Restrepo INC

Aug 2021 - Current (4 years 9 months)

🚀 Acompaño a personas a encontrar el trabajo de sus sueños y a dar un giro estratégico en su búsqueda de empleo. Mi misión es ayudar a profesionales a alinear su carrera con su propósito, potenciando su marca personal y aplicando estrategias efectivas para maximizar sus oportunidades laborales. A través de un enfoque personalizado, trabajo con cada persona en: ✅ Definir su propósito y fortalezas para conectar con oportunidades alineadas con sus valores. ✅ Optimizar su estrategia de búsqueda utilizando networking, LinkedIn y técnicas avanzadas de posicionamiento profesional. ✅ Potenciar su marca personal, mejorando su CV, perfil de LinkedIn y cartas de presentación. ✅ Prepararse para entrevistas y negociaciones con confianza y seguridad.

People and Culture Manager, Latin America

Cochlear

Dec 2019 - Jul 2021 (1 year 8 months)

Strategic People and Culture Manager, Latin America, adept at creating and implementing HR strategies across Panamá, Colombia, Argentina, Chile, Perú, Ecuador, Brazil, and México. As a Senior HR Business Partner reporting to the regional president and global HR VP, I navigated complex matters with a focus on HRBP, Customer Centric Culture, Engagement, HR Strategies (P&C), HSE, Labor legislation, Policies and Procedures implementation, Performance Management, Talent Acquisition, Comp&Ben, Career Development, Training, and Onboarding, Future of Work implementation and definition (pandemic). Key Contributions: - Aligned diverse HR processes and policies in Latin America with global standards, ensuring consistency and cohesion across the or

People and Culture, Latin America Regional Director

World Vision

Nov 2016 - Oct 2019 (3 years)

Strategic People & Culture Regional Director, overseeing HR strategy across 14 countries in Latin America and the Caribbean. As a Senior HR Leader reporting to the Latam Operations Director and in matrix to the Chief HR Operations Officer in London, I managed 5 direct and 9 matrix reports, including HR Managers and COEs employees, in a virtual fashion. Key Contributions: - Orchestrated the transformation of 14 local HR teams into a cohesive regional unit, successfully deploying a global HR strategy across LATAM. The change management process included a comprehensive restructuring of operations and communication strategies to align with a shared vision and common objectives; achieving financial and operational efficiencies. - Led a compl

Senior HR Business Partner

SABMiller

Mar 2014 - Nov 2016 (2 years 9 months)

Strategic Senior HR Business Partner (HRBP) for the regional IT department, deploying global HR strategy across Latin America. Oversight for 240 information services employees in 7 countries, reporting to the Global Business Services HR Director in the UK. Direct leadership of a team of 5 HR Professionals. Key Achievements: - Restructured the HR team, ensuring upskilling and resource changes to support the successful implementation of new global processes, aligning with regional and global needs. - Led the implementation of a global change management plan, ensuring standardized procedures across Latin American countries within the IT organization. - Developed a comprehensive retention plan for key talents, creating effective developmen

HR Director, Venezuela, Central America and The Caribbean

Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson and Johnson

Sep 2011 - Jan 2014 (2 years 5 months)

Senior HR Leader and HR BP reporting directly to the MD and the regional HR VP. I was responsible for the execution of the regional HR strategy and support of the business in the countries of my responsibility with a scope of 240 employees. I led a team of 2 HR Managers and 1 Recruitment specialist. Senior HR generalist responsible for the implementation and execution of HR Processes including recruitment, Comp & Ben, Global Mobility, Talent Development, HR Operations, Employment Relations, Sales commissions, Organizational Design and I was part of the Leadership team of the sub-region. •I was part of the team that defined the Business Sustainability / Continuity plan in Venezuela when the importation of Janssen products was stopped by the

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HR Head, Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay and Bolivia & Business Partner Sales

Ericsson Argentina

Sep 2010 - Oct 2011 (1 year 2 months)

Human Resources Manager for Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay and Bolivia: I was responsible for all HR strategies and processes with a scope of 4 countries and 250 employees. I reported directly into the regional HR Director based in Venezuela. I led a team of 2 HR Managers (Uruguay and Paraguay) and 2 specialists (Occupational health and Safety and Payroll). • I designed and implemented the HR strategy for the integration of the Managed Services with the Telefonica Mobiles Argentina, achieving a successful business for the company thus providing additional revenues. • I substantially increased the employee motivation through a change management and engagement plan that ultimately resulted in the award of the 3rd place in the Great Place to

Human Resources Manager

Nokia

Feb 2005 - Aug 2010 (5 years 7 months)

Positions working for Nokia: 1. HR Specialist for Venezuela, Colombia, Panama and Ecuador 2. HR Account Consultant for Venezuela 3. HR Account Consultant for Nokia Networks Colombia 4. HR Manager, Compensation and Benefits Latin America 5. HR Manager, Chile & Peru

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