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Steve Gifford

Director-level Human Resources leader specializing in talent, HR transformation, and M&A integration

SunEnergy1University of ConnecticutStamford, CT9 Years ExperienceDirector LevelWorks Remote

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Senior HR leader/HRBP with experience at Lowe's and as VP of HR at Chefs' Warehouse (NYSE: CHEF), known for building scalable talent and performance systems across large operational workforces. Led a nationwide assessment across 15 distribution centers and delivered executive-ready insights that earned a CEO commendation, and is a strong HRIS/people-metrics practitioner (Workday/ADP/Dayforce) who turns survey and workforce data into concrete action plans.

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Key Strengths

  • Designed and rolled out a talent assessment program across 15 distribution centers; presented findings to senior leadership
  • Earned CEO letter of commendation for supply chain talent pipeline clarity initiative
  • Deep HRIS/people metrics expertise (Workday, ADP, Dayforce) and translating insights into BU action plans
  • Built first-ever employee satisfaction survey and drove targeted improvements (e.g., PTO process education improving work-life balance scores)
  • Hands-on workforce immersion across roles (warehouse, production, drivers, sales) to design usable appraisal/self-evaluation processes
  • Effective leader coaching using role-play and written communication support to improve partner-facing clarity
  • High-stakes employee relations/termination execution with policy review, IT evidence handling, and litigation-ready documentation

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Experience

Director of Human Resources – Head of Human ResourcesSunEnergy1 · Jan 2025 – Present
Vice President of Human Resources – Human Resources Business PartnerThe Chef's Warehouse · Jan 2021 – Jan 2023
Location Human Resources Business PartnerLowe's Home Improvement · Jan 2018 – Jan 2021
PresidentThe Hartford Wire Works · Jan 2015 – Jan 2017
HR ConsultantOEM Americafreelance
Director of Human ResourcesEurpac Service
Director of Human ResourcesValvoline Instant Oil Change
Sr. Human Resources ManagerVishay Intertechnology
CaptainUnited States Army

Education

University of Connecticutmaster, Human Resources Management
University of North Alabamamaster, Business Administration
Northeastern Universitybachelor

Awards

  • Letter of congratulations from the company CEO (Lowe's Home Improvement) for Succession Planning initiative

Skills

Change ManagementRegulatory ComplianceCross-functional CollaborationRecruitingStrategic PlanningSalesprocess improvementHuman Resources StrategyHR LeadershipHR Business PartneringOrganizational ManagementTalent ManagementTalent AcquisitionTalent DevelopmentLearning & Development

Languages

English

Certifications

SPHR

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Steve GiffordDirector-level Human Resources leader specializing in talent, HR transformation, and M&A integration