Bob Clerke
About Bob Clerke
Bob Clerke serves as the Senior Director of HR Operations at Spectrum Brands, Inc, where he has worked since 2020. He has a strong background in process improvement and operational leadership, having previously implemented Six Sigma methodologies and established Centers of Excellence in various organizations.
Work at Spectrum Brands
Bob Clerke has served as the Senior Director of HR Operations at Spectrum Brands, Inc. since 2020. In this role, he oversees various human resources functions and initiatives within the organization. His responsibilities include optimizing HR operations and enhancing employee engagement across the company. Clerke's leadership contributes to the overall strategic direction of HR practices at Spectrum Brands, located in the Greater St. Louis area.
Education and Expertise
Bob Clerke earned a Bachelor's degree in Management from Webster University. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his extensive experience in human resources and operations management. Clerke's expertise includes the implementation of Six Sigma methodologies, which he has applied to improve operational efficiency in various organizations.
Background
Prior to his role at Spectrum Brands, Bob Clerke held significant positions in various companies. He implemented Six Sigma methodology to redesign over 40 core processes across 17 countries while at Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals. Additionally, he managed strategy and operations for Western Union's 17+ contact centers and vendor locations, showcasing his ability to handle large-scale operations effectively.
Achievements
Bob Clerke has a track record of achieving substantial cost savings and operational improvements in his previous roles. At Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals, he built and developed a Center of Excellence HR Operations team, focusing on dashboard management of KPIs. He also led the establishment of GE Capital's first Center of Excellence in India, which resulted in $60,000,000 in savings. Furthermore, he achieved over $1,000,000 in cost savings by establishing a vendor footprint at Express Scripts.