andy pfeifer

Global leader of compensation, benefit and HRIS programs. Represents management at the Compensation Committee of the Board. Led a global HR business process review and Workday transformation to realize over $1M in savings. Established a US Severance Policy and updated the 401k Committee to incorporate best-in-class practices. Assisted with due diligence work associated with several mergers and acquisitions.

Global head of human resources, responsible for employee relations, compensation, benefits, and HRIS. Managed all HR activities associated with a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, including three significant reductions-in-force and one divestiture. Prepared materials for, and presented materials to, the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors, and the Bankruptcy Court. Negotiated reduced costs for employee benefit programs with no change to plan designs resulting in an overall savings of 8% in benefit costs for 2015. HR Lead for due diligence work associated with an acquisition and a divestiture.

Strategic human resources leader responsible for compensation, health, welfare, and retirement benefits for 4500 employees in North America. Successfully implemented a portfolio de-risking strategy and trustee and plan administration vendor change for the US Pension Plan. Communicated the closure of the US Pension Plan to future accruals and converted all participants to the 401(k) Plan. Developed and implemented a successful employee wellness incentive plan to reduce medical costs. Served as compensation and benefits lead for several large acquisitions.

Strategic human resources leader responsible for health, welfare, and retirement benefits for 4500 employees in North America. Relieved or reduced $5,000,000 in corporate costs during first six months through program reviews and vendor management with no impact to plan participants.

* Responsible for all aspects of Global Compensation and Benefits including: executive and base pay management * annual and long-term incentive plans * equity plans * sales incentive plans * employee benefit, wellness and retirement plans * perks and employee stock purchase plans. Implemented a Best In Class wellness program which achieved break-even within 8 weeks of launch. Prepare and present materials to the Management Development and Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors. Lead the development of the Compensation Discussion and Analysis section of the Company's proxy statement and the compensation risk assessment. Directed the compensation team in: managing base salaries * creating compelling incentive programs * overseeing equity pay programs globally * developing and implementing the compensation management systems * and managing the expatriate employee programs. Directed the benefits team in creating innovative health, wellness, and retirement plans and their execution.

Integral member of the HR leadership team. Responsible for all aspects of global compensation including executive compensation, base pay, annual and long-term incentive plans, perks and equity plans. Prepare and present materials to the Management Development and Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors. Lead the development of the Compensation Discussion and Analysis section of the Company's proxy statement. Direct the Global Compensation Team in managing base, incentive, and equity pay programs globally; developing and implementing the compensation management systems; and managing the expatriate employee programs.

Responsible for all aspects of executive compensation including base pay, annual and long-term incentive plans, perks and equity plans. Prepared materials to be presented to the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors. Managed all aspects of public reporting of executive compensation and equity plans. Authored the Compensation Discussion and Analysis section of the 2007 proxy statement, which was recognized by ISS as "Best Practice and Example." Led the development of corporate compensation pay structures. Developed and implemented international retirement and benefit plans.

Directed, managed, designed and implemented programs in executive compensation, incentive compensation, salary administration and annual bonus for 4,800 employees. Managed the position audit, market pricing, and equity analyses of employees and positions throughout ACCO. Partnered and consulted with executive management, business managers and human resources on compensation matters. Responsible for all expatriate and immigration programs.

Directed, managed, designed and implemented programs in executive compensation, incentive compensation, salary administration and annual bonus for 4,800 employees. Managed the position audit, market pricing, and equity analyses of employees and positions throughout ACCO. Partnered and consulted with executive management, business managers and human resources on compensation matters. Responsible for all expatriate and immigration programs.

Responsible for providing compensation and general human resources support to schools and departments including: Northwestern's Medical School, Kellogg Graduate School of Management, Dental School, University Athletics, and University Development. Presented data to support the establishment of annual merit and salary administration plans.

Managed the temporary and permanent placement of 2,000 employees annually.

Sold computer hardware and software solutions in a business to business sales organization.

Managed business-to-business computer solution selling into healthcare and educational clients. Increased educational sales and profits by over 500% over a two year period.

Led the global human resources function during a transitional period. Represented human resources on the Global Leadership Team and with the Board of Directors. Proposed and gained financial support for a significant overhaul of HR business processes and systems upgrades.

Global leader of the compensation, benefits and HRIS centers of excellence at Watts Water Technologies. Lead multiple initiatives to harmonize global business processes, compensation strategies, benefit offerings and global employee wellness programs. Represent management at the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors. Responsible for the Compensation Discussion and Analysis section of the Proxy Statement.