Bastian Becker
Modena
Summary
Well-qualified HR Director with proven success in improving operations and solving problems. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships with key decision makers and team members to further company goals. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Global HR Director Systems & Operations
Trivium
12.2021 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams to successfully complete Successfactors implementation globally
- Assessed and analyzed customer requirements to develop effective IT project plans.
- Trained personnel on use of IT tools and applications.
- Monitored and tracked project progress to support timely completion.
- Communicated project updates to stakeholders at all levels.
- Collaborated with stakeholders across organization to maintain proper flow of communication and execution of planned initiatives and projects.
HR Director Italy & Spain & Hr Business Partner
Trivium
10.2020 - 11.2021
- Applied principles of change management, organizational design and business process improvement to transform from geographical HR to HRBP organization structure
- improved payroll stability by transitioning payroll system to cloud solution
- Implementation of Code of Ethics
- Reduction of HR Team by 1 person (out of 8)
- Transfer of Spanish Finance & Accounting into Shared Service in Hungary
HR Director
Sherwin-Williams/Valspar
09.2013 - 09.2020
- Objective: Organizational readiness to double size within 5 years (organically and via M&A) including organizational changes, Training & Development as well as succession
- Key Focus organizational design, including reorganization and acquisitions
- Responsibility for people strategy, including Talent Management, Compensation & Benefit & Talent Acquisition
- Key Projects: People Integration post Acquisition (80% Valspar – 20% Sherwin Williams business), including carving out the SW part of business from other business Unit
- Driving Cultural Change (“Customer First”) and Organizational Structure (approx
- 70% of Leadership Team in new roles/expanded roles)
- Implementation of HR Shared Service Structure in IT, UK, FR, Nordics and Eastern Europe including Harmonization and Standardization of HR practices
Regional HR and Project Manager
Sherwin Williams/Valspar
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Implemented HRIS (workday) including manage the change to standardized and simplified HR Processes (Bonus Practice, Merit), Training & Development and day to day HR processes in alignment with the business requirements
- Key Lead to execute EMEAI Talent Review for key positions
- Manage the full cycle of annual salary review and bonus program
- Implementation lead for Talent Acquisition project, implementation of applicant tracking system (Taleo)
- Pan-European leadership of acquisition and divestiture projects
- HR Business Partner Emerging Countries (AE, DK, IT, PL, RU, SE, TR)
- Regional Recruitment (several positions based in EMEAI)
- Standardization of HR tools and practices across EMEAI
Recruitment Executive
Adecco Engineering
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Tracked candidates and pushed for feedback on disqualifications, time-to-fill statistics and other variables.
- Incorporated ideas, input and content for key recruitment and outreach guides for social media and online usage.
- Negotiated and closed profitable sales contracts with new and existing customers to increase loyalty and retention.
- Researched sales opportunities and possible leads to exceed sales goals and increase profits.
Head of Administration
Mastro GmbH
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
- Prepared accurate financial statements at end of quarter to summarize financial health and business performance.
- Conducted detailed analysis of company financial information and oversaw preparation of related reports.
- Built IT infrastructure to support key business strategies and evolving processes.
- Provided updates on HR policy changes to employees to satisfy compliance and state laws.
Marketing Manager
Classware
10.2005 - 02.2006
- Public Relation / Communication Management
- Created company brand messaging, collateral materials, customer events, promotional strategies, and product commercialization.
- Boosted brand awareness and generated leads while managing internal and external marketing campaigns and programs.
Project Manager - Student Worker
Reflact AG
10.2004 - 09.2005
- Designed and Developed Learning Management System & e-learning material
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
Student Worker
KarstadtQuelle New Media AG
06.2004 - 09.2004
- Tested usability throughout course development process to confirm user-friendly interface.
- Developed and procured graphics and content to incorporate into e-learning applications.
- Created content for websites and online publications.
- Edited and proofread drafts of articles and other documents.
Student Worker
Car Synergies
01.2004 - 05.2004
- Designed recruitment process & Implemented online tool for applications
- Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
- Utilized recruitment technology tools and platforms to streamline recruitment processes.
HR Manager
DMT GmbH
08.2000 - 12.2003
- Advised decision-makers on complex and confidential matters ranging from performance management to employee relations issues.
- Due to IT knowledge owned the IT infrastructure for HR, modernize processes and tools.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires, bolstering employee job position knowledge and skillset.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations and diminished financial discrepancies through expert program management.
- Communicated and explained business requirements to team members to understand and implement functional demands. (SAP R/3)
- Performed internal system acceptance to deliver well-tested enhancements and meet business requirements. (SAP R/3)
- Developed and implemented online Application system
Education
Doctor of Business Administration - Strategic HR Management
Ecole De Management
Grenoble 02.2017
MBA - Strategic HR Management
SDA Bocconi
Milan11.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Hochschule Harz
Wernigerode01.2005
Master of Arts - Business Administration
VWA Essen
08.2003
Executive Coaching -
UC Berkeley
San Francisco 09.2011
LSS GREENBELT -
Valspar
Chicago 2012
Skills
- HR Systems
- HR Strategy
- HR Transformation
- Data Analytics
- Coaching Leadership
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Organizational Structure
- Human Resource Information System (HRIS)
- Organizational Restructure and Change
- Specialized HR Projects
Certification
SAP SuccessFactors Recruiting: Candidate Experience
SAP SuccessFactors Recruiting: Recruiter Experience
Certificate of Research in Management Science
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Italian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Global HR Director Systems & Operations
Trivium
12.2021 - Current
HR Director Italy & Spain & Hr Business Partner
Trivium
10.2020 - 11.2021
HR Director
Sherwin-Williams/Valspar
09.2013 - 09.2020
Regional HR and Project Manager
Sherwin Williams/Valspar
01.2010 - 01.2013
Recruitment Executive
Adecco Engineering
01.2008 - 01.2010
Head of Administration
Mastro GmbH
01.2006 - 01.2008
Marketing Manager
Classware
10.2005 - 02.2006
Project Manager - Student Worker
Reflact AG
10.2004 - 09.2005
Student Worker
KarstadtQuelle New Media AG
06.2004 - 09.2004
Student Worker
Car Synergies
01.2004 - 05.2004
HR Manager
DMT GmbH
08.2000 - 12.2003
Doctor of Business Administration - Strategic HR Management
Ecole De Management
MBA - Strategic HR Management
SDA Bocconi
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Hochschule Harz
Master of Arts - Business Administration
VWA Essen
Executive Coaching -
UC Berkeley
LSS GREENBELT -
Valspar
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