Brooke Saunders

Human Resources Business Partner @CMA CGM

Norfolk, VA, US

Strategic HR leader within a global shipping and logistics company, overseeing approximately 400 employees and partnering directly with C-suite executives to drive business-critical initiatives.Operate in a highly cross-functional and collaborative role, engaging with leaders across Finance, Legal, IT, Operations (ILS), Port Operations, Procurement, Communications, Security, and Business Transformation.Working closely with our Centers of Excellence (COEs) to shape and implement compensation strategies, talent acquisition and sourcing strategies, and employee benefits programs, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market trends. While the COEs provide expertise and resources, HRBPs are responsible for driving, executing, and delivering these initiatives within the business.Provide strategic workforce planning expertise, aligning HR execution with evolving business needs while maintaining regulatory compliance in a competitive, fast-paced industry.Maintains a partnership with the global Head Office in Marseille to align and implement enterprise-wide HR strategies and initiatives. Driving talent acquisition, retention, and succession planning efforts across critical functions to ensure readiness for both current and future business needs.Designing and executing organizational design strategies to optimize structure, clarify roles, and improve operational efficiency.Acting as a mediator and advisor in resolving complex employee relations issues, maintaining a healthy and productive work environment.Identifying and developing high-potential employees in partnership with leadership, building a strong internal pipeline for key roles.Driving and supporting enterprise change management initiatives to facilitate smooth transitions and long-term success.Serving as the key liaison between HR and business functions, ensuring clear communication and effective implementation of all HR programs.

Old Dominion University

B.S.

Midlothian High School

General Studies