Tara Gillard
About Tara Gillard
Tara Gillard is a Human Resources Business Partner currently working at Gordian in South Carolina. She has extensive experience in human resources, having held various roles at C&S Wholesale Grocers and Liberty Mutual Insurance over the course of her career.
Current Role at Gordian
Tara Gillard serves as a Human Resources Business Partner at Gordian, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on aligning human resources strategies with organizational goals in South Carolina. Her responsibilities include enhancing talent acquisition processes and ensuring that the company attracts and retains skilled professionals.
Previous Experience at C&S Wholesale Grocers
Tara Gillard has extensive experience at C&S Wholesale Grocers, where she held multiple roles over several years. She worked as a Human Resources Operations Manager from 2018 to 2021, overseeing HR functions. Prior to that, she was the Manager of Recruitment Services from 2012 to 2015, and she also served as Senior Manager of HR Operations for a brief period in 2022. Her tenure included roles such as Supervisor of the Employee Resource Center and Talent Acquisition Specialist.
Background in Human Resources
Tara Gillard has a solid background in human resources, beginning her career as a Business Analyst at Liberty Mutual Insurance from 2002 to 2004. She later transitioned to human resources roles, including Human Resource Supervisor at Newmarket International. Her experience spans various aspects of HR, including recruitment, operations, and employee relations.
Education and Qualifications
Tara Gillard earned a Bachelor's degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities from the University of New Hampshire, completing her studies from 1998 to 2002. This educational background has provided her with a foundation for her career in human resources and organizational development.
Talent Acquisition and Strategy
In her professional roles, Tara Gillard emphasizes the importance of matching talent with company values. She focuses on building solutions that enhance the organization's ability to acquire, retain, and develop top talent and skills. Her expertise includes serving as the Subject Matter Expert for the Applicant Tracking System at C&S Wholesale Grocers.