Mikayla Kirkpatrick
About Mikayla Kirkpatrick
Mikayla Kirkpatrick is the Manager of People Operations at Coupa Software, with extensive experience in HR operations and expertise in global onboarding processes.
Current Role: Manager, People Operations at Coupa Software
Mikayla Kirkpatrick is currently serving as the Manager of People Operations at Coupa Software in San Mateo, CA. She has been in this role since 2019, overseeing various HR and operational functions within the organization. Her work focuses on optimizing and enhancing the employee lifecycle experience, leveraging her extensive background in HR operations and systems administration.
Previous Roles at Coupa Software
Before becoming the Manager of People Operations at Coupa Software, Mikayla Kirkpatrick held several key roles within the company. She started as a Technical Sourcer & Enablement Specialist from 2015 to 2016, then progressed to People Operations Specialist from 2016 to 2018. Following that, she served as a Sr. People Operations Specialist until her current promotion in 2019. Each role contributed to her deep understanding and expertise in HR operations and systems management.
Experience at Nelson Staffing
Prior to joining Coupa Software, Mikayla Kirkpatrick worked at Nelson Staffing as a Sourcer & Staffing Assistant from 2014 to 2015 in Redwood City, California. In this capacity, she was responsible for sourcing candidates and assisting with various staffing needs, gaining valuable experience in talent acquisition and human resources.
Educational Background
Mikayla Kirkpatrick graduated from the University of California, Davis with a Bachelor of Arts (A.B.) degree in Economics and Psychology. Her dual focus in these fields provided her with a robust foundation in analytical skills and an understanding of human behavior, which she has effectively applied in her HR career.
Expertise in HR Operations and Onboarding
Mikayla Kirkpatrick has established expertise in global onboarding processes, having developed comprehensive documentation to streamline these processes. Additionally, she possesses strong skills in systems administration and data analysis within the SaaS industry, which she utilizes to improve operational efficiencies. Her experience also includes creating and delivering presentations in the field of HR operations, demonstrating her adept communication skills.