Andrew Taylor

Andrew Taylor is a seasoned Human Resources professional currently serving as the Senior Director of Human Resources at Ross Stores, Inc. in Los Angeles, California.1 With over 20 years of experience in the retail industry, Taylor has established himself as a strategic HR leader with a strong background in various HR functions.1

Professional Background

Taylor joined Ross Stores, Inc. in March 2016 and has been in his current role since then.1 Prior to this position, he held several other notable roles:

• Director of Human Resources at Fresh & Easy (April 2015 - March 2016)
• Senior Manager of Talent at Fresh & Easy (January 2013 - April 2015)
• Senior Manager of Employee Relations at Fresh & Easy (November 2008 - August 2011)
• HR Manager at Tesco Stores Ltd in London, UK (May 2001 - September 2006)

Key Skills and Expertise

Andrew Taylor is known for his:

• Strategic HR leadership
• Talent development and retention
• Organizational culture alignment
• Change management
• Employee relations
• Recruitment and training

He has demonstrated his ability to transform HR operations, implement innovative talent strategies, and lead change management initiatives.1

Certifications

Taylor holds certifications in:

• Lean Six Sigma: Green Belt (issued February 2012)
• Communicating about Culturally Sensitive Issues (LinkedIn, issued July 2020)

Professional Philosophy

As an HR executive, Taylor is described as dynamic, innovative, and highly organized. He is known for his ability to build relationships and influence leaders at all levels within an organization. His approach focuses on aligning HR strategies with organizational goals and delivering results in fast-paced environments.1

At Ross Stores, Taylor has been involved in promoting diversity and inclusion initiatives, as evidenced by his LinkedIn post emphasizing that the company values differences among its employees.2