Nancy Hamaoui Benedet
About Nancy Hamaoui Benedet
Nancy Hamaoui Benedet is a Senior Human Resources Business Partner at General Mills, overseeing National Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain Canada. She has a diverse background in marketing and human resources, with a focus on people development and a business mindset approach.
Title and Current Role
Nancy Hamaoui Benedet serves as the Senior Human Resources Business Partner for National Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain Canada at General Mills. She is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. Her role involves partnering with various teams to drive HR solutions that support business goals, leveraging her unique background in marketing and human resources.
Professional Background at General Mills
Nancy has a long-standing career at General Mills, where she has held multiple HR roles since 2008. Previously, she served as Human Resources Business Partner and Organizational Effectiveness Manager from 2016 to 2018. From 2013 to 2016, she was Human Resources Business Partner and Talent Acquisition Manager. Her earlier roles at General Mills include Talent Acquisition Lead from 2011 to 2013 and Associate Promotions Manager from 2008 to 2011.
Earlier Career Experience
Before her tenure at General Mills, Nancy worked at Group Hébert Montréal as an Executive Recruiter for one year. She also held the position of National Advertising and Promotion Specialist at Signature Vacations Toronto from 2005 to 2006. From 2002 to 2005, she was a Marketing Manager at The Nuance Group in Glattbrugg, Zurich, Switzerland. These roles helped her build a strong foundation in marketing and recruitment.
Educational Background
Nancy earned her Bachelor of Commerce degree in Marketing from Ryerson University, studying there from 1998 to 2002. Her educational background in marketing has significantly influenced her approach to human resources, enabling her to offer unique insights and develop innovative HR solutions.
Skills and Approach
Nancy is known for her authentic, can-do attitude that fosters trust and collaboration within teams. She brings a business mindset approach to HR, which is highly valued by colleagues and stakeholders. Her passion for people development drives her career choices and professional growth, combining her marketing experience with HR expertise to deliver effective and insightful solutions.