William B.
Cole, SPHR, GPHR
C: 203 918-0895
[email protected] http://www.linkedin.com/in/billcole06611
Global Human Resources Executive
Building Global Businesses through Human Capital Management
Senior trusted advisor to senior management and business leader offers extensive global experience in growing private and Fortune 50 -100 Organizations navigating organizations through complex people issues on six continents in over 30 extremely diverse countries. Lived as an expat for eight years. Directs headquarter and remote teams with responsibility for all sub functions of HR. Leader of strategy development and tactics. Successfully executes complex interventions such as startups, closures, mergers and acquisitions. Business Partner to senior management sourcing key managerial talent, followed by training and career development initiatives. Areas of expertise include: Turn Around Struggling Businesses Start Ups Strategic Planning Global Mobility Driver of Organizational Change Employee Relations Talent Management and Succession Planning Mentor/Developer of Talent Policies and Procedures Written and Presentation Skills
Selected Career Achievements
Increased net profit to $12 M in 2011 from a loss of $3M in 2008 (40% over budget) as a member of the International Business Leadership Team. Directed the HR initiatives in the successful startup of over 25 operations, 2 mergers and acquisitions and 14 closures. Led the HR strategy and tactics in the establishment of a joint venture with the companys larges t and most profitable partner. Set up strategically tailored, but aligned, initiatives for all sub functions in global business e.g. compensation and benefits, policies, recruitment strategies, job calibration, organizational restructuring, training and career development, HRIS, talent acquisition, succession planning, global mobility program, etc. Built Asias first Coca-Cola University in collaboration with joint venture partner.
Professional Experience
DAYMON WORLDWIDE INC., Stamford, CT
World leader in private brand marketing and branding across an array of trade channels e.g. grocery, mass merchandisers, auto, convenience, etc. Senior Director of International Human Resources 2010-March 2013 Promoted as a result of improvement in HR function and pending plans for international expansion. Increased net profit to $12 M in 2011 from a loss of $3M in 2008 (40% over budget) as a member of the International Business Leadership Team. Directed job calibration and organizational redesign process for the division. Led international leaders in change management effort and conducted training for the senior leadership team as part of the Development of High Performance Team strategy. Developed strategy to close organizational talent gaps via the development of a three tier international recruiting strategy. Director of International Human Resources 2004-2010 Recruited to lead both the HR function, for the expanded international operations in over 20 countries, and upgrade HR processes and delivery in existing businesses.
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Restructured international team of headquarters and field professionals thereby improving services to a work force of over 1,700 employees. Directed the HR initiatives in the successful startup of over 25 operations, 14 closures and the establishment of a joint venture with a Japanese partner , the companys most profitable retailer. Implemented key HR processes including performance management, HRIS, talent review/management process and training helping the individual business units reach their key business objectives. For the first time in companys history, initiated country specific compensation, incentive and benefits programs, that were strategically aligned with U.S. plans, to attract and retain key talent.
INDEPENDENT, Coral Springs, FL
Principal 2003-2004 Developed a career portfolio to complement career aspirations through the establishment of independent businesses in Conflict Mediation and Real Estate Investment Earned certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR). Obtained certification as Florida Supreme Court Certified County Court Mediator.
GEORGIA PACIFIC, Atlanta, GA
Industry leader in tissue products, packaging, paper and building products Director of Workplace Solutions, Industrial Relations 2002-2003 Hired to build department for a pending consumer products spin off company and improve organizational effectiveness for paper mills nationwide. Managed CEOs initiative to improve safety, productivity and customer satisfaction nationwide. Reduced accidents by 20% within the first year by the implementation of a mill safety program. Defeated union organizing campaign.
INDEPENDENT HR CONSULTANT, Coral Springs, FL THE COCA-COLA COMPANY, Atlanta, GA
2001-2002
The Company owns or licenses and markets more than 500 nonalcoholic beverage brands, primarily sparkling beverages but also a variety of still beverages, such as waters, enhanced waters, juices and juice drinks, ready-to-drink teas and coffees, and energy and sports drinks. HR Director, Caribbean Bottling/Schweppes Bev. Latin America, Boca Raton, FL 1998-2001 Appointed to turn around manufacturing operations to profitability, and potentially spin off bottling manufacturing operations with plants in multinational locations. Generated business unit cost savings of $1.2M. Improved distribution productivity by 50%. Increased Cash Operating Profit by $4.3 M. Developed and executed employee integration strategy after the acquisition of Schweppes Beverages, Latin America. Vice President of Human Resources, Bangkok, Thailand 1995-1998 Southeast and West Asia Division encompassed worlds largest consumer base (one billion) covering 14 diverse countries Promoted as a result of the expansion of responsibilities with growth in new countries in Southeast/West Asia. Formulated and executed strategy for a plant closure avoiding a pending international union boycott and local violence. Led HR due diligence and negotiations in the acquisition of two companies. Developed and delivered the HR strategy for re-entry into Vietnam, India and Cuba.
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Director of Human Resources, Bangkok, Thailand 1994-1995 Selected to upgrade the HR function and its delivery to 14 countries and to develop and lead strategies and tactics needed to enter key new markets. Reduced turnover in a key functional area (Marketing) from 50% to 7% within eight-months. Managed an expanded the expatriate population; the largest in the Company at more than 110. Restructured HR team by upgrading talent and transitioning into a regional structure. Director, of Human Resources, Manila, Philippines 1990-1994 Sixth largest world market for the company Appointed by the EVP of International as the first-ever Regional HR Director to build an effective organizational structure and to help salvage the relationship with the Companys key joint venture partner. Saved a failing Company/Bottler relationship and established HRs credibility becoming a full business partner and a member of the senior management team. Realized ROI for extensive restructuring of organization within 18 months while avoiding labor relations or government problems. Built Asias first Coca-Cola University in collaboration with business partner. Established the Philippines as a net exporter of corporate talent.
Additional Relevant Experience
Director, International Training & Development, Atlanta, GA Manager, USA Training for Sales, Management, Marketing and Operations , Atlanta, GA Manager, USA Technical Training, Atlanta GA
Education
Collective Bargaining Studies, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY Masters of Education, Suffolk University, Boston, MA M.B.A. Candidate, Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA (interrupted due to international transfer) B.S., Biology, Boston College, Chestnut Hill, MA
Memberships/Certifications
Society for Human Resource Management: SPHR (Senior Professional Human Resources); GPHR (Global Professional Human Resource) Florida Supreme Court Certified County Court Mediator Fairfield Preparatory High School Parents Association Fairfield Preparatory High School Fathers Club Wilton Wahoos Swim Club Volunteer Parent Trumbull CT. Youth Baseball (Coach)
