JUDITH ANN BAUMAN

479-806-4166 OMAHA, NE

JUDY.BAUMAN2@GMAIL.COM

https://www.linkedin.com/in/judy-bauman

S R LE AR N I NG & TAL E N T D E V ELO PME N T M AN AG E R

HR professional with expertise in Organizational Development, Training and Talent Management supporting sales
and service in multiple industries including healthcare, technical, pharmaceutical and supply chain. Corporate,
multi-site, and field experience focused on customer solutions and support. Collaborative, partnership approach
promotes engagement and results. Strong communicator with ability to work among all levels of organization.

Team & Leadership Development

Performance and Talent Management
Assessment, Design, Execution
Change / Transition Management
Strategy Development and Planning
Leadership, Coaching and Mentoring
On-Boarding / Orientation

9-Box Methodology
Start-ups / Turnarounds
Project Management
Training & Development
Succession Planning
Adult Learning Methodology
Facilitation

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
KELLOGG COMPANY
2011 - 2016
Training Manager, Omaha, NE
Senior role accountable for delivering innovative learning solutions supporting key operational goals for largest
Kellogg manufacturing plant. Develop, drive and deliver training strategy through collaboration w/key
stakeholders. Build organizational capabilities and effectiveness through planning, resourcing and communication
with internal customers; provide customer solutions through problem solving and relationship building; use
technical knowledge to deliver value-added services and ensure continuous improvement through performance
improvement.

Developed and executed change management plan targeting CBN. Drove strategy by designing and
executing training technology. Kellogg Best Practice. Results included:
o <$225K annual labor savings
o Safety / Quality training engagement to 100% from 65% with Sustained results.
o Zero tolerance policy for non-compliances
o Work-life balance increase
o Implementation of Omaha Computer Learning Lab and e-learning
Built and executed OMA Training Strategy and Vision for largest KNA site. Top results: dedicated trainers,
troubleshooters providing operations support for installations/upgrades.
Partnered with corporate to design and lead execution of Corporate Mentoring Program for Hi-Potentials
and Promotables. Led to development of new insights, skill and knowledge increase, expertise and
experience sharing through collaborative learning for mentees and mentors.
Collaborated with Sr. Leadership, HR and SMEs to engage, align and drive ownership during talent /
career management upgrade. Facilitated training and stakeholder engagement activities including health
checks; model designs, materials and risk assessments etc. for toolkits.
o Result: career maps implemented; robust development plans linked to performance, rewards and
personal/career growth.
Designed and facilitated salaried On-boarding program focusing on candidate integration and success.
Results: improved communication, smoother transition, higher retention and enhanced training.
Developed training contingency plan, preparing site for supplemental workforce / supervisors during labor
dispute. Generated innovative technical / compliance training solutions offering stakeholders production
support during labor dispute. Strategy freed valuable human resources from classroom allowing Kellogg to
reassign for higher priority areas.
Established maintenance training program interfacing with Department of Labor offering credit toward
licensure. Resulted in increased skill and morale.

JB CONSULTING
2009 - 2011
Provided consulting services on a contractual basis in Human Resources. Clients included Nestle-Gerber, MarsWrigley and individual leaders within Fortune 500 organizations. Services included executive coaching, talent
reviews & calibrations / succession planning, staffing, training, on-boarding and talent acquisition.

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NOVARTIS-GERBER PRODUCTS COMPANY

1991 2009
Manager, Training & Organizational Development, Fort Smith, AR (2000 2009)
Designed and executed OD & training programs for 700 person facility, and led OD staff of 6. Aligned site with
corporate and local leadership goals. Assessed culture, training & development, and qualification of operators.
Provided coaching to Sr. Leadership, talent reviews/succession planning, mentoring, and team development.

Led /co-led annual Performance Management process including succession planning and review cycle. Included:
overseeing development planning process; managing talent system; counseling and leading calibrations.
Oversaw and facilitated all aspects of Talent Management program including LMS, coaching, training, salaried
on-boarding, reporting and communicating upgrades.
Facilitated New Leader Integration to adapt new leaders, build teams and orient business unit.
Appointed training Project Leader of $90M+ Aseptic line start up and installation with training budget of <$2M.
o Designed and managed all elements of the Change Management Plan and Process.
o Created / executed plant-wide Transition (incl. training) plan preparing plant for hi-tech, 24/7 changes.
Co-led the development and mentoring program for Gerber high potential leadership. Resulted in 75%
retention as well as increased promotional opportunities.
Facilitated delivery of Pathways to Leadership cultural change sessions for Gerber leadership.
Designed and executed a 30/60/90 day review process tools for probationary employees resulting in improved
hiring and lower turnover.
Manager, Leadership and Organizational Development, Fremont, MI (1994 1999)

Led/facilitated sessions for Costa Rican leadership. Led to improved presentation skills and abilities to
communicate with executive committee.
Acted as business consultant during plant closure for NC. Led joint planning efforts regarding
outplacement and development of transition team, determining support services and closure procedures.
Senior Human Resource Development Consultant, Fremont, MI (1991 1994)

Facilitated focus groups and task force teams through organizational change process prior to Sandoz sale.
Designed, implemented and trained Essentials of Management for all leadership tiers. Execution based on
assessment and strategic plans, resulting in cultural changes, cost avoidance and leadership engagement.

Webster University, Fort Smith, AR

Adjunct Professor, Human Resource Graduate Program

2005 - 2011

EDUCATION and MEMBERSHIPS

Master of Arts, Counseling Psychology (magna cum laude)
W ESTERN MI UNIVERSITY, Kalamazoo, MI
Bachelor of Science, Journalism / Advertising
NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY, DeKalb, IL
Ft Smith Network of Executive Women
Omaha Small Business Network, Member
Omaha Businesswomen Connection, Leadership Team

CERTIFICATIONS
Pathways to Leadership Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Lominger 360 Coach