Sarah Carranza
About Sarah Carranza
Sarah Carranza is an HR Manager at RetailNext, where she has implemented significant improvements in employee onboarding and performance management. She has a background in energy management and has contributed to diversity and inclusion initiatives within her organization.
Current Role as HR Manager
Sarah Carranza currently serves as the HR Manager at RetailNext, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she oversees various human resources functions, focusing on employee engagement and organizational development. Her responsibilities include managing the HR team, implementing HR strategies, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. Carranza's leadership has been pivotal in enhancing the workplace culture at RetailNext.
Previous Experience at RetailNext
Before her current role, Sarah Carranza worked at RetailNext as an HR Coordinator and Office Manager from 2019 to 2022. During her tenure, she implemented a new employee onboarding process that reduced onboarding time by 20%. She also organized and led a company-wide diversity and inclusion training program, contributing to a more inclusive workplace. Additionally, she developed a performance management system that improved employee productivity by 15%.
Education and Academic Background
Sarah Carranza studied at Sonoma State University from 2012 to 2017, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Energy Management and Design. Her academic background provided her with a solid foundation in energy management principles, which she applied in her subsequent roles. She also attended Presentation High School from 2008 to 2012, where she completed her secondary education.
Professional Experience in HR and Energy Management
In addition to her current role at RetailNext, Sarah Carranza has a diverse professional background. She worked as a Teacher's Assistant in the Department of Psychology at Sonoma State University for four months in 2013. She also held a position at Nordstrom as an Online Order Fulfillment employee in 2014. From 2015 to 2018, she served as an Energy Consultant at Gilleran Energy Management, where she applied her knowledge of energy management in a practical setting.
Community Involvement and Professional Development
Sarah Carranza actively participates in community service as a career mentor for recent graduates through the Sonoma State University alumni network. She is also engaged in professional development, having participated in a panel discussion on HR technology trends at the HR Tech Conference in 2023. Her involvement in these activities reflects her commitment to supporting others and staying informed about industry advancements.