Nicole Brand

Human Resources Partner | Strategic Thinker | People Developer | Process Innovator | Business Driver | Change Agent | Talent Recruiter | HRIS | EEOC | FMLA | OSHA | ADA | Multiple Industries

Ridge, New York, United States

About

As a people operations leader, my passion in HR comes from a deep commitment where employees are valued, supported, and empowered to grow. My work centers on leadership development, building strong people programs, and creating structure and consistency within HR. I prioritize policies, programs, and processes that mitigate both legal and operational risks while handling complex and sensitive issues to protect the company. Finally, I'm a hands on, strategic partner that aligns talent with business objectives to enable both the company and employees to thrive. Multifaceted | Team Building | Focused | Detailed-Oriented | Collaborative | Intuitive | Quick Learner | Disciplined | Transformative Versatile Human Resource Leader leveraging strong skills in people management, sales strategies and territory oversight to achieve productive and profitable outcomes for startup and world-class, consumer-facing organizations. Solid background in corporate HR operations, operational excellence, and talent onboarding; fully accountable for resource allocation and work scope definition. Fully familiar in complying with EEOC, FMLA, ADA, OSHA and related federal and state labor regulations and legislation, as well as HRIS applications (Workday). Self-starter with consistent desire to succeed in any assignment, applying fundamental abilities in identifying and removing barriers to operational excellence and market expansion. * Proficient in MS Office Suite, Workday, and comfortable in related software applications. Human Resources ● HRIS ● Business Plans ● Strategic Planning ● Cost Controls ● KPI Dashboards ● Multisite Operations ● Best Practices ● Regulatory Compliance ● Talent Recruiting/Onboarding ● Coaching/Mentoring ● Project Expediting ● Report Generation ● Policies & Procedures ● Labor Relations ● Market Knowledge ● Risk Mediation Legal Interaction ● Compensation Planning ● Skills Assessment ● Public Relations ● Payroll ● Training & Development ● Program Implementation ● Special Projects ● Multiple Industries

Experience

  • HRBP - Manager at Huntington Jeep Chrysler Dodge Ram
    Jan 2026 - Present · 6 mos

  • Divisional Human Resources Director at Floor & Decor
    Aug 2021 - Feb 2025 · 3 yrs 7 mos

  • Walmart (4 yrs 11 mos)
    • Market People Operations Lead
      Jul 2020 - May 2021 · 11 mos

    • Market Human Resources Manager
      Jul 2016 - Jul 2020 · 4 yrs 1 mo

  • Manager, Human Resources Business Partner at The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.
    Jul 2014 - Jul 2016 · 2 yrs 1 mo

  • Consultant - Director of Human Resources at Miller Environmental Group, Inc.
    Feb 2014 - Jun 2014 · 5 mos