Steven Wescott

Accomplished Human Resources Partner with over 20 years of progressive HR and retail leadership experience in large-scale, fast-paced environments. Skilled in building collaborative relationships with business leaders, driving retention improvements, and delivering strategic HR solutions aligned with organizational goals. Proven expertise in Workday, labor relations, workforce planning, and employee engagement.

Recognized for creating strong partnerships that foster accountability, development, and culture transformation.

Store Human Resources Representative - Meijer - Howell, MI

(2024-04)

• Serve as strategic HR Partner for a $120M annual volume store with over 300 team members.
• Lead all HR operations including staffing, compliance, employee relations, and engagement initiatives.
• Collaborate with senior store leadership and department heads to align people strategies with operational goals.
• Manage all union-related matters, ensuring adherence to updated contractual agreements.
• Lead recruiting and onboarding for both hourly and leadership positions, hiring 5 new leaders across departments.
• Utilize Workday to drive efficient recruitment, workforce reporting, and benefits administration.
• Developed and executed targeted retention strategies, resulting in a 15% improvement in turnover year-over-year.
• Support team members throughout leave of absence and benefits processes, ensuring a smooth and supportive experience.

Executive Team Leader – Human Resources - Target - Bloomfield Hills, MI

(2013-04 - 2024-02)

• Partnered with Store Director and district leadership to provide full-cycle HR support for a $53M operation.
• Led staffing, training, and compliance functions to ensure business readiness and operational success.
• Coached and influenced multiple levels of leadership to build high-performing, engaged teams.
• Acted as Store Director in their absence, overseeing all operations and team management.
• Planned and executed seasonal hiring strategies, onboarding an average of 70 seasonal team members each 4th quarter.
• Maintained district-leading turnover rates (40–50%) through proactive coaching and engagement strategies.
• Served as Executive Trainer for onboarding and leadership development, promoting over 20 team members to next-level roles.
• Drove collaboration and accountability across two store assignments, strengthening culture and compliance performance.
• Partnered cross-functionally with HR peers, district managers, and regional HR to share best practices and ensure alignment.

Regional Development Support Manager - Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market - Las Vegas, NV

(2007-07 - 2012-07)

• Supported over 100 stores across Las Vegas, Phoenix, and Northern California in succession and talent planning.
• Partnered with district and store leaders to identify, train, and promote high-potential talent.
• Designed and implemented company-wide training and leadership development programs.
• Led new manager onboarding and facilitated a 12-week management training curriculum.
• Collaborated cross-regionally to standardize development tools and ensure consistent talent readiness.

Store Manager - Rite Aid - Grant, MI

(2004-05 - 2006-10)

• Oversaw daily operations, staffing, and financial performance of a $10M annual volume location.
• Recruited, trained, and developed team members, promoting internal talent into leadership roles.
• Led district in key operational metrics including compliance, payroll management, and profitability.
• Partnered with district leadership to execute new programs and ensure store-level excellence.

Bachelor of Business Administration - Northwood University (2004-05)

Associate of Arts - Delta College (2003-05)