Antonette Johnson

About Antonette Johnson

I am a strategic People Partner with 10+ years of experience supporting large, multi-state operations, global automotive startups, and engineering-driven environments.My expertise sits at the intersection of people strategy, compensation architecture, HRIS optimization, and workforce analytics. I partner closely with IT, Data, Integrations, and operational leaders to build scalable systems, strengthen performance, and improve organizational clarity.I take a data-driven approach using SQL, Python, Power BI, and advanced Excel to support compensation modeling, workforce forecasting, and decision-making. I’ve led HR functions across union and non-union environments, multi-state retail, global technical operations, and rapid-growth startup settings.Core areas of strength include:• Compensation structure design & job architecture• HRIS & workflow optimization (SAP, Workday, Dayforce, UKG)• Multi-state compliance (OSHA, FMLA, EEO, ERISA)• Organizational development & performance management• Technical team support (IT, Data, Integrations, Engineering)• Workforce analytics, labor modeling, and predictive insights• Risk mitigation, ER investigations, policy design• Union and non-union workforce leadershipCredentialed: SPHR, GPHR, SHRM-SCP and completing an MS in Data Science, I thrive in environments that combine the demands of regulated industries with the innovation of tech-forward organizations.I’m passionate about building people systems that scale, enabling leaders to grow high-performing teams, and using data to shape talent strategy in organizations where technology and people intersect.Core Skills:Python | R | SQL | Tableau | Power BI | Excel (Advanced)| Machine Learning | Predictive Analytics | HRIS Optimization | Data Visualization | People Analytics | Policy Development | Project Leadership

Experience

1. Manager People and Culture Operations

   America\'s Thrift Stores

   Feb 2024 — Present · US

   Support a 2,100+ employee organization with HR leadership across AL, MS, TN, and LA. Manage HRBPs, payroll, and benefits teams while partnering with IT, Data, and Integrations leaders to optimize HR systems and compensation frameworks.Key Contributions:• Optimized HRIS workflows (Dayforce) to improve payroll/benefits accuracy• Conducted complex ER investigations (OSHA, EEO, FMLA, ERISA)• Strengthened compliance and policy alignment across 38 locations• Led statewide manager training, audits, and performance enablement

Education

• Eastern University

  Master of Data Science (In Progress)

• Liberty University

  Juris Master

• Liberty University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

• Liberty University

  Bachelor of Science Criminal Justice, Accounting