Sara Sawyer

About Sara Sawyer

Throughout my career, I\'ve consistently demonstrated a commitment to integrity and trust, delivering exceptional value to both organizations and individuals. I believe that lasting success comes from achieving a balance between professional excellence and personal well-being. With a knack for compensation analysis, HRIS processes, and crafting actionable metrics, I streamline operations and boost customer service outcomes.I\'m passionate about maintaining strict regulatory compliance and performing detailed data audits, all while cultivating a culture of transparency and continuous improvement.• Microsoft Office: using tools like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook to enhance productivity, streamline document creation, and improve data analysis. • Communication: both verbal and written, for presenting ideas clearly, collaborating with team members, and engaging with clients or stakeholders. • Data Analytics: collecting, processing, and analyzing data to extract meaningful insights that inform decision-making. • Collaborative Problem Solving: Working effectively with others to find solutions to complex issues and leveraging the strengths of team members to foster a cooperative environment to achieve common goals.• Regulatory Compliance: staying updated on changes in regulations, conducting regular audits, and implementing policies and procedures to mitigate risks.I am available to discuss new opportunities in the Greater Twin Cities Metro or Virtual (Remote), please contact me at S••••••••@gmail.com.

Experience

1. Senior Human Resources Analyst

   CHS Inc.

   Mar 2022 — Present · St Paul, MN, US

   Collaborated with HR management, business partners, and IT to document and identify improvement opportunities, develop and implement system enhancements. Ensured compliance with internal policies and government regulations. Evaluated pay structures, recommended pay changes, and ensured new hire offers complied with relevant laws.• Partnered with legal counsel, ensured system practices complied with internal policies and relevant laws, while working with HR management, business partners, and IT to identify and document improvement opportunities, resulting in cross-functional projects that enhanced communication platforms, drove operational efficiency, and maintained compliance.• Developed, implemented, and performed user acceptance testing (UAT) for system enhancements related to compensation, resulting in improved accuracy and enhanced user satisfaction.• Created and shared work instructions and company process documents, supporting design, implementation, and administration of total rewards programs aligned with company culture and strategies, increasing employee satisfaction and enhancing retention rates and a stronger alignment between compensation practices and organizational goals.

Education

• University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

  2008 — 2009

• University of Minnesota-Morris

  Elementary Education and Teaching

  2004 — 2008