Jose Navarro
Manager, Leave Management @HARMAN International
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WORK HISTORY
Manager, Leave Management @HARMAN International
US
As the Manager of Leave Management at HARMAN International, I lead the strategy, administration, and compliance of U.S. leave and time-off programs. I collaborate with HR, legal, payroll, and leadership to implement best-in-class leave policies that align with business objectives and employee well-being.• Led benefit administration, strategy, analysis, and compliance for U.S. leave and time-off programs, ensuring alignment with state, local, and federal regulations (FMLA, ADA, TDI, LTD, etc.).• Developed and maintained leave management policies and processes, including vendor selection, contract negotiations, and program implementation.• Managed and optimized the interactive process under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), coordinating accommodations with employees, HR, managers, and legal teams.• Spearheaded return-to-work processes, ensuring accurate tracking and compliance within Workday.• Acted as the primary liaison between leave management and HARMAN’s Diversity and Inclusion initiatives to enhance work-life balance programs.• Provided training sessions for HR and employees on leave policies and compliance best practices.• Conducted benchmarking analyses to stay ahead of market trends and best practices in leave and time-off management.Achievements & Impact: Streamlined leave administration processes, improving efficiency. Led new paid leave program implementations. Conducted training sessions to enhance HR and managerial knowledge. Strengthened vendor partnerships for best-in-class leave services.
EDUCATION
Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Florida International University - College of Business
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration and Management, General
SKILLS
ABOUT JOSE NAVARRO
Team-oriented, performance-focused, bilingual Human Resources Professional highly regarded for expertise in establishing policies and procedures, developing personnel, retaining employees, managing leave programs, and fostering overall growth opportunities. Known for applying industry best practices and cutting-edge technology to cut cost, streamline operations, and increase productivity. Strong leader and persuasive communicator who can champion ideas throughout a company. Exceptional academic qualifications, include a Master of Business Administration degree in Business Administration and Management from Florida International University.I look forward to meeting you! You can reach me at (78••••••53 or j••••••••@gmail.com
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