Kate Waring
About Kate Waring
Kate Waring is the UK Human Resources Director at Milliken & Company, where she has worked since 2020. With extensive experience in HR management and a focus on employee engagement, she has successfully led significant change initiatives and oversees HR operations for over 500 employees.
Current Role as UK Human Resources Director
Kate Waring has served as the UK Human Resources Director at Milliken & Company since 2020. In this role, she leads HR strategy and operations for over 500 employees across multiple sites and showrooms. Her responsibilities include overseeing employee engagement initiatives and fostering a positive work environment. Waring's leadership is instrumental in managing HR functions and aligning them with the company's objectives.
Previous Experience at Milliken & Company
Before her current position, Kate Waring worked as the UK Human Resource Manager at Milliken & Company from 2018 to 2020. During this time, she contributed to various HR initiatives and supported the company's operational goals. Her experience at Milliken has provided her with insights into the company's culture and workforce dynamics.
Career Background in Human Resources
Kate Waring has extensive experience in human resources, having worked in various roles across different organizations. Prior to her tenure at Milliken & Company, she held positions at DR. OETKER (UK) LIMITED as Human Resources Manager for 12 years and at Exide Technologies as Interim Senior HR Advisor. Additionally, she worked as an Interim HR Business Partner at HBOS and as Operations Manager (HR Associate) at American Express.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Waring has a strong educational background in human resource management. She studied at the University of Huddersfield, where she earned a Master's degree with Merit in Human Resource Management from 2011 to 2012. She has also been studying at the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) since 2005, where she achieved the status of Chartered Fellow and is currently pursuing FCIPD.
Focus on Employee Engagement and Wellbeing
Kate Waring has a keen interest in employee engagement and wellbeing. She strives to create a positive and inclusive work environment, focusing on initiatives that enhance employee satisfaction and productivity. Her expertise in managing change and restructure programs, as well as international projects, reflects her commitment to fostering a supportive workplace culture.