Zaffar Hayat
Dynamic Executive Leader with a Proven Track Record in Driving Innovation and Operational Excellence.
- Role
- Deputy Chief Human Resource Officer at NJ TRANSIT
- Location
- Jersey City, NJ, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Zaffar Hayat
Seasoned executive with over 20 years of experience in driving innovation and operational excellence across private, public, and government sectors.Key strengths include Global Operations Management • Strategic Planning & Innovation • Cross-Functional Leadership • Built and mentored diverse teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence • Managed large Human Resource departments • Successfully led multi-currency finance, ERP implementations, and data analytics initiatives • Spearheaded software innovation and implementation • Developed operational strategies to enhance efficiency and profitability • A change management champion. Core Competencies:C-Suite Executive Global Business Operations Management Start-up Operations Strategic Business Plans Business Development, and marketingCRMCommunication skills Human Capital Management Talent Acquisition,Onboarding, and TrainingPolicies & Compliance Employee Relations & Employee EngagementHCM, payroll, and general ledger system Implementation Data Analysis/Data-Driven Solutions, and Problem solving Change Management Collaborative Problem Solving Risk Management Finance and Treasury operationsContract Administration and ProcurementCorporate & Board Affairs Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Healthcare Healthcare Technology Innovation Medical Devices
Experience
Deputy Chief Human Resource Officer
Nov 2021 — Present · NJ, US
As the Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer, serve as a strategic business partner to Rail Operations and corporate departments, overseeing HR functions for 12,500 employees. Manage a team of 5 Directors and 50 direct reports, driving employee benefits, medical services, Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), and organizational development initiatives. Employee Benefits & Total Rewards: Manage a self-funded employee benefits program for members, optimizing cost-efficiency and employee satisfaction. Oversee Medical Services, Occupational Health, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP). ERP/HCM Implementation: Spearhead the organization-wide implementation of Oracle HCM Fusion Cloud, streamlining HR processes and improving data integration Digital Transformation: Successfully implemented an Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system, enhancing efficiency and compliance in medical services. Learning Management System (LMS): Initiated and deployed an LMS platform and employee engagement tools, increasing accessibility and engagement across the organization. Training & Development: Established the first North American Regional Training Centre in Transit in collaboration with Rutgers University and UITP, fostering skill development and industry leadership. Strategic HR Leadership: Designed and implemented innovative HR strategies aligned with organizational goals, driving cultural transformation and operational excellence. Collaborated closely with the Talent Acquisition team to align recruitment strategies with organizational goals, ensuring the timely hiring of the best talent to meet business objectives.
Education
California Lutheran University
Master of Business Administration Degree
St. Patrick's College
Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Accounting/Business
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