Kennya Figueroa
About Kennya Figueroa
Kennya Figueroa is a Human Resources Direct Associate at General Mills in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area, with over five years of experience in human resources and a background in marketing.
Current Role at General Mills
Kennya Figueroa is currently serving as a Human Resources Direct Associate at General Mills in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area. She has been with General Mills since September 2017, where she focuses on enhancing the efficiency and daily management of human resources programs. Her role involves significant interaction with team members, ensuring smooth operation and effective communication within the organization.
Previous Experience at Elite Personnel
Prior to joining General Mills, Kennya Figueroa worked at Elite Personnel in two different capacities. From 2015 to 2017, she served as a Human Resources Supervisor, and from 2013 to 2015, she held the position of Human Resources Recruiter. Both roles were based in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area. During her tenure at Elite Personnel, she developed a strong foundation in human resources, focusing on recruitment and supervision.
Educational Background in Marketing
Kennya Figueroa holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a Marketing Emphasis from Brigham Young University - Idaho. Her academic background in marketing provides a unique perspective to her role in human resources. This educational experience has equipped her with valuable skills in market analysis and strategic planning, which she applies to her current HR responsibilities.
Proficiency in Workday and Bilingual Capabilities
Kennya Figueroa is proficient in using Workday for position management and headcount processes, a key component of her role at General Mills. Additionally, she is fluent in both English and Spanish, which enhances her ability to engage with a diverse workforce and communicate effectively within multinational teams.
Roles at Brigham Young University - Idaho and Univision Communications Inc.
Kennya Figueroa gained early work experience in roles that built her administrative and evaluative skills. She worked as a Transfer Evaluation Specialist at Brigham Young University - Idaho from 2014 to 2015. Before that, she served as an Executive Assistant at Univision Communications Inc. from 2011 to 2013 in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area. These roles contributed to her comprehensive understanding of organizational dynamics and human resources.