Sidney Cooper
Leading HR strategies to drive organizational success and engagement.
- Role
- VP of Human Resources at Performance Food Group
- Location
- Houston, TX, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Sidney Cooper
As the VP, Human Resources for Performance Food Group in Houston, I’m passionate about creating people‑centric cultures where teams feel supported, leaders are empowered, and organizations can thrive. I focus on aligning HR strategy with business goals, developing strong leadership pipelines, and fostering an environment where employees can do their best work.Before joining PFG, I served as Area Director of HR at US Foods, where I built long‑term partnerships and strengthened team performance across the division. I led efforts to streamline strategic planning, elevate employee relations, and enhance leadership effectiveness—initiatives that played a meaningful role in driving operational and organizational success.Throughout my career, I’ve collaborated closely with cross‑functional leaders to implement succession planning, coaching programs, and talent development strategies that improve performance and support future growth. I also bring extensive experience with Workday HRIS, using data‑driven insights to optimize HR processes, guide decision‑making, and improve the employee experience from recruiting through retention.
Experience
VP of Human Resources
Nov 2025 — Present · Houston, TX, US
Lead HR strategy to align people initiatives with organizational and business goals- Build and sustain a people‑centric culture focused on engagement, performance, and leadership effectiveness- Develop and strengthen leadership pipelines through coaching, talent reviews, and succession planning- Partner with cross‑functional leaders to improve organizational effectiveness and support long‑term growth- Drive employee engagement strategies that enhance retention and create a positive employee experience- Oversee HR operations and ensure consistency in employee relations, compliance, and workforce planning- Utilize Workday HRIS to support data‑driven decision-making and optimize core HR processes- Guide local HR team to deliver high‑quality support in recruiting, benefits administration, and performance management.
Education
Texas State University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Psychology
2019 — 2022
Jack C Hays High School
High School Diploma
2006 — 2009
Columbia Southern University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Psychology
2015 — 2017
University of North Texas
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Organizational Behavior and HR Management
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