Sandra Amaya
Sandra Amaya is a seasoned Principal Solution Consultant at UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group) with over 30 years of experience in Human Capital Management (HCM) systems, business process optimization, and strategic consulting. Throughout her extensive career, Sandra has been recognized for her ability to streamline complex processes, enhance system efficiency, and drive customer satisfaction and retention. She is also dedicated to mentoring and developing newer team members, providing guidance in triage, knowledge transfer, and diagnosing complex issues. Her bilingual skills and detailed-oriented approach have allowed her to uncover global challenges and provide actionable recommendations, making her a trusted advisor in her field.
Sandra’s educational foundation includes a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management from Montclair State University and an MBA in International Business & Management from Seton Hall University. Her academic and professional expertise has been complemented by a variety of certifications, including UKG’s Pro Pay and People Center and Customer Experience Professional credentials. Sandra has consistently leveraged her education to deliver exceptional results for clients, ensuring optimized solutions and strong business partnerships across diverse industries.
Beyond her professional achievements, Sandra is passionate about giving back to her community. She has been actively involved in fundraising for the Alzheimer’s Association and serves as a T-shirt administrator for the Making Strides Breast Cancer Society, demonstrating her commitment to social causes and healthcare advocacy. Her dedication to both her profession and her community highlights her values of service, integrity, and leadership, making her a respected figure in the consulting and HCM space.
• Pro Pay and People Center - U.S.
• Customer Experience Professional
• Introduction to Prompt Engineering for Generative AI
• Critical Thinking for Better Judgment and Decision-Making
• Leading without Formal Authority
• Improving Your Conflict Competence
• Design a Compelling Presentation
• How to Present and Stay on Point
• Speaking Confidently and Effectively
• Being a Good Mentee
• Being a Good Mentor
• Sharing Your Best Self at Work
• Stop Stressing and Keep Moving Forward
• Working with Your Personal Strengths and Weaknesses
• Montclair State University- B.S.
• Seton Hall University- M.B.A.
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to hard work, building strong relationships, a love for tackling projects and analytical challenges, and persevering through multiple roles over the years—I’m also proud to be the first in my family of 14 to earn a master’s degree.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is to focus on changing tasks and processes to improve outcomes.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me in my work and personal life are personal growth, adventure, and enjoying life through travel and dance.