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Mary F. McHugh

Oswego

Summary

Experienced HR leader with a background in developing and managing corporate HR operations. Capable of providing strategic guidance to business leaders for creating effective teams. Proficient in handling all HR functions, including employee relations, engagement, development, performance management and recruitment and staffing in alignment with business objectives. Knowledgeable in using HRIS/Internet technologies and data analytics to enhance organizational performance. Experience in high-performance sales, retail, B2B, finance, tech and transportation logistics industry segments

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

HR Consultant/Owner

McHugh HR Consulting
04.2023 - Current
  • Offer HR consulting for small companies and start-ups. Services include start-up operations, compliance, organizational support, business enablement, strategic partnership, and scaling. Referral only.

Sr. HR Business Partner

WWEX Group: Worldwide Express/GlobalTranz Enterprises
02.2014 - 04.2023
  • Served as Sr. HR Business Partner for 3PL commercial sales and technology divisions at Worldwide Express, individually supporting 600+ employees and leaders across multiple locations and states. Part of a team of seven HRBPs serving over 3,500 employees. Supported key Directors, VPs and SVPs within the division and reported directly to the SVP of HR and SVP of Commercial Services, Truckload Division.
  • Collaborated with business leaders to consolidate twelve multi-state offices (acquisitions) into the Commercial Truckload Division. This two-year project involved organizational development, succession planning, revising compensation plans, job mapping, updating job descriptions, training on new technology, and implementing employee relations strategies to manage change and promote talent retention.
  • Conducted employee surveys, analyzed data, and developed plans to boost satisfaction. Held regular meetings to gather feedback and share feedback-based action plans and successes. Served as an employee advocate in payroll and benefits, working with Centers of Excellence to provide guidance and education to employees and managers on payroll, plans, policies, and procedures.
  • Conducted FLSA audits; analyzed compensation and data and trends; informed and educated employees and leaders about compensation changes and job description updates in their divisions. Handled all issues involving EEO, ADA, ADAAA, FLMA and all related state laws and regulation compliance for division.
  • Provided broad strategic HR leadership in areas such as DEI, leadership development, organizational design, performance coaching, compensation, total rewards, employee recognition, positive employee relations, communication strategy, succession planning, management and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Full-Time, Remote

Sr. Manager of People Operations

WWEX Group. Worldwide Express/GlobalTranz Enterprises
  • Managed human resources for over 1,500 employees and leaders across multiple states under GlobalTranz Enterprises. Supported sales, technology, and finance office functions remotely with four direct reports. Collaborated as part of a six-member HR generalist team in People Operations, reporting to the Vice President of People Operations and Director of DEI. Directly supported managers, directors and Vice Presidents of the Commercial Brokerage Division.
  • Improved departmental efficiency by revising and implementing streamlined Disciplinary Policy, procedures and forms to ensure cohesive documentation and legal compliance. Held meetings to educate managers on new procedures.
  • Developed and implemented onboarding processes to ensure a positive new hire experience. Designed and conducted training sessions for managers on various HR topics, including open enrollment, employee evaluations, anti-harassment policies, people management, hiring practices, recruiting/interviewing, payroll/time management compliance, and disciplinary procedures. Handled all compliance issues related to state laws and regulations.
  • Worked closely with managers to provide expertise and hands-on support in multiple areas including talent, diversity & inclusion, recruitment, workforce planning, on boarding, employee retention, employee relations, management coaching, performance management and change management.
  • Full-Time, Remote/Hybrid

Director of Human Resources

Circle 8 Logistics Inc.
  • Served as a strategic HR Business Partner to CEOs, senior management, and all stakeholders, effectively structuring the organization for scalability and eventual sale. Promoted to Vice President of Human Resources in January 2018.
  • Established the HR Department, ensuring policies complied with legal standards. Handled all issues involving EEO, ADA, ADAAA, FLMA and all related state laws and regulations.
  • Created and implemented HR policies and activities. Managed Total Rewards including 401k Plan administration and vendor relationships. Supervised HR and recruiting staff, handling recruitment, succession planning, employee reviews, relations, and disciplinary actions. Directed payroll and compensation functions, including implementing a new HRIS system. Developed mission and value statements, aligning HR functions with organizational culture.
  • Developed recruitment programs for colleges and universities, leading to an 86% increase in staff to meet business needs and accomplish a five-year goal of selling the business. Organized cultural events to boost employee engagement and retention; produced a weekly newsletter to inform employees about benefits and promote philanthropic activities.
  • Coordinated the refurbishment of facilities to optimize office space scale and efficiency. Collaborated with vendors on branded merchandise and website design.
  • Full-Time, One-Site

Education

BA - Organizational Leadership/Human Resources Management

Benedictine University
01.2013

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publisher, Adobe, DocuSign
  • HRIS Systems: Experience with Paylocity, ADP, Centrix/Dayforce
  • Strategic planning
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Operations management
  • Cross-functional team coordination
  • Troubleshooting and problem resolution
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Operations planning
  • Data analytics
  • Cross-functional communication
  • Talent development
  • Organizational improvement
  • Organizational development

Affiliations

  • SHRM National 2010-Current
  • DuPage SHRM (former president) 2016-Current
  • Chicago SHRM 2023-Current
  • HRA of Greater Oakbrook 2020-Current

Certification

Society of Human Resources Management Certified Professional – SHRM-CP Certification Achieved: 11/6/2021. Expires: 11/30/2025 | SHRM Talent Acquisition Specialty Credential

Timeline

HR Consultant/Owner

McHugh HR Consulting
04.2023 - Current

Sr. HR Business Partner

WWEX Group: Worldwide Express/GlobalTranz Enterprises
02.2014 - 04.2023

Director of Human Resources

Circle 8 Logistics Inc.

Sr. Manager of People Operations

WWEX Group. Worldwide Express/GlobalTranz Enterprises

BA - Organizational Leadership/Human Resources Management

Benedictine University

Early Experience

Gibby’s Wine Den, Geneva, Illinois, Retail Manager

  • Managed all business responsibilities of boutique retail wine bar, including entire HR/Payroll function. Responsibilities included staffing/scheduling, merchandising, inventory orders, scheduling entertainment and management of in-store art gallery.

Lou Sobh Automotive Group, Inc. Director of Human Resources, Customer and Community Relations

  • Established and managed centralized HR Department for 300+ employees across four retail locations, handling benefits, compensation, total rewards and legal compliance. Maintained Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) corporate standards for General Motors and managed public relations. Worked and collaborated with a diverse group of employees including sales consultants, auto mechanics, service writers, parts personnel, finance and accounting, management and corporate representatives

Training

  • NELI – National Employment Law Institute Employment Law Conferences
  • SHRM – Society of Human Resource Management
  • EEOC – Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

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