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Valeria S. Zamacona

HR Passionate & Leader
Valeria S. Zamacona

Summary

Passionate about helping people and organizations grow. With a strong background in talent management, organizational development, and training, I've led HR initiatives that boost engagement, performance, and retention. I thrive on creating people-first strategies, streamlining processes, and driving compliance in diverse industries. Certified in ISO standards and risk management, I bring a data-driven yet human-centered approach to building high-performing teams.

Diligent HR Leader with robust background in talent management. Successfully managed and developed talent pools, leading to enhanced organizational performance. Demonstrated expertise in conflict resolution and strategic planning.

Overview

11
years of professional experience

Work History

KUNAI

Talent Manager
10.2024 - 03.2025

Job overview

  • Managed talent career portfolios by prioritizing and coordinating work, gathering insights, and informing strategic decisions
  • Monitored and approved timecards, PTO, conducted weekly 1:1s, and facilitated annual performance reviews
  • Partnered with Account Leads to share insights, identify growth opportunities, and enhance client satisfaction
  • Developed and optimized systems, tools, and procedures for performance management, including goal setting, reviews, development plans, and coaching sessions

Espressive

Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)
01.2022 - 10.2024

Job overview

  • Spearheaded HR initiatives that contributed to increase in employee engagement, leading to higher productivity and reduced turnover
  • Developed and implemented data-driven HR policies
  • Led the redesign of the performance management system
  • Successfully managed and resolved employee relations cases, and mentoring managers to improve their relation with team members
  • Designed and implemented targeted training programs, career paths, and corporate skills development
  • Collaborated with the compliance team to maintain SOC2 compliance, implementing process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency
  • Led initiatives to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase employee retention, including organizing internal events and managing the employee recognition program

KOSTAL Automotive

Training Coordinator
04.2021 - 12.2022

Job overview

  • Successfully executed the annual training plan, communication plan, and training needs assessment, aligning with organizational goals
  • Managed the training budget and executed the RACE Training project, training 400 associates in continuous improvement methodologies in under 2.5 months

Med-Trainer

Organization Development & Training Coordinator
02.2020 - 03.2021

Job overview

  • Created and managed development plans for all employees, leading to continuous improvement and alignment with organizational goals
  • Developed training materials and strategies, including reading clubs, infographics, webinars, and LMS tools like Lynda and Coursera, significantly enhancing employee learning and development
  • Efficiently managed the training budget, ensuring maximum ROI by prioritizing impactful training initiatives
  • Executed monthly communication plans, managed integration events, and led communication campaigns to foster a cohesive work environment

BEHR-HELLA Thermo Controls

Organization Development & Training Specialist
10.2017 - 11.2020

Job overview

  • Designed and implemented annual training plans based on a Competencies Model, aligning with company objectives and boosting productivity through targeted development projects
  • Managed the onboarding program and developed a recognition system for trainers, improving training effectiveness and employee satisfaction
  • Ensured compliance with legal and client requirements, successfully managing audits from high-profile clients, including Mercedes Benz, Audi, VW, GM, and Old Trucks
  • Designed development plans for blue-collar associates, leading to a more skilled and motivated workforce

CERTUS Automotive

On-Job Trainer
03.2017 - 10.2017

Job overview

  • Designed a comprehensive training system from scratch, based on organizational needs and customer-specific requirements, leading to zero non-conformities in ISO 9001:2015 audits
  • Developed skills matrices and training lines, executed annual training plans, and certified six training leaders, significantly enhancing workforce capabilities

ZF-TRW

Organizational Development and Training Analyst / Organizational Development and Training Trainee
01.2014 - 02.2016

Job overview

  • Managed annual training plans for blue and white-collar associates, ensuring 100% compliance with the Master Training Plan and contributing to high-performing teams
  • Assisted in the development plans for blue-collar associates, focusing on skill enhancement and career progression
  • Ensured adherence to internal and external client requirements, as well as STPS, NOM.IATF, and NOM.ISO 14001 standards
  • Assisted in recruitment, communication strategies, and new projects within the Organizational Development area, achieving an 80% retention rate for recruited candidates
  • Updated job descriptions and organizational charts, supporting the overall HR strategy and organizational structure

Education

Universidad del Valle de Mexico

Licenciada from Psicología

University Overview

Coursework includes social, clinical, educational, and labor psychology.

Skills

Flexible Problem-Solving

Timeline

Talent Manager

KUNAI
10.2024 - 03.2025

Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)

Espressive
01.2022 - 10.2024

Training Coordinator

KOSTAL Automotive
04.2021 - 12.2022

Organization Development & Training Coordinator

Med-Trainer
02.2020 - 03.2021

Organization Development & Training Specialist

BEHR-HELLA Thermo Controls
10.2017 - 11.2020

On-Job Trainer

CERTUS Automotive
03.2017 - 10.2017

Organizational Development and Training Analyst / Organizational Development and Training Trainee

ZF-TRW
01.2014 - 02.2016

Universidad del Valle de Mexico

Licenciada from Psicología
2016.01
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