Sean Walkinshaw
About Sean Walkinshaw
Sean Walkinshaw is the Vice President of Global People Services and Head of the North America Capability Center at Bristol Myers Squibb, with extensive experience in HR services and strategic implementation.
Title and Current Position
Sean Walkinshaw holds the position of Vice President, Global People Services & Head Of North America Capability Center at Bristol Myers Squibb. In his current role, he oversees HR strategies and operations in the United States, aiming to streamline and optimize HR practices.
Professional Experience at Siemens
Sean Walkinshaw had an extensive career at Siemens from 2013 to 2022, serving in various HR leadership roles. As the Head of Global Strategy, HR Services from 2016 to 2022, he was based in Munich, DE, and Orlando, FL, where he developed and implemented global HR strategies. Prior to that, he was the Global Shared Services Location Head, North America, from 2014 to 2016, and the Senior Vice President, HR Services Americas Region, from 2013 to 2019, both roles situated in Orlando, Florida.
Early Career in Human Resources
Sean Walkinshaw's earlier career includes positions such as Director Global Compensation & Pricing Strategy at The Minacs Group in Toronto, Ontario (2001-2002), Assistant Vice President, Total Compensation at TJX Canada/Winners Merchants International L.P. (1998-2001), and Head of Compensation & HRIS at Staples Canada (1994-1998). These roles were instrumental in shaping his expertise in HR strategy and compensation management.
Educational Background
Sean Walkinshaw studied at Sheridan College, where he earned an Associate's degree in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services from 1989 to 1992. This educational foundation provided him with the essential knowledge and skills required for a successful career in human resources and business management.
Technological Implementations in HR
In his roles, Sean Walkinshaw implemented advanced technological enablers like Workday, Oracle HCM Cloud, SAP SuccessFactors, ServiceNow, and SAP Concur. His initiatives included leveraging Artificial Intelligence and Robotics to optimize and digitalize end-to-end HR processes. He collaborated with strategic partners such as ADP, Alight, Neeyamo, and Accenture to enhance HR operations.
Role at North America Capability Center
As the Head of North America Capability Center at Bristol Myers Squibb, Sean Walkinshaw focuses on leveraging cross-functional synergies across Purchasing, Accounting, IT, and HR Services. He ensures overall location employee and market engagement and promotes the branding for the North America Capability Center.