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San Jose, California, Us

Setup the entire recruiting structure and process from the ground upStandardized interview questions, steps, feedback processes as well as job descriptions. Increased headcount by 100% in 10 monthsRecruited AI based Engineering positions including Computer Vision, Deep Learning, SLAM, Field Application, Motion Planning and Robotics Engineers Recruited Non engineering positions including Technical Program Manager, Designer and executive positionsDeveloped, implemented and executed recruiting strategies for a seed stage startup Developed Candidate experience from scratch including standardization, templates,interview process and branding

Seattle, Wa, Us

Seattle, Wa, Us

•Cross-functional partnership with multiple teams (Tech, Operations, Analytics, Finance, Workforce Planning, Delivery and other teams) to lead, influence, and support business critical projects and initiatives•Lead project teams to plan, organize, and execute complex projects across multiple organizations and stakeholders to enable the launch of new projects and processes.•Robust understanding of operations including order fulfillment, inventory flows, constrained warehouse assets (capacity and labor), quality, and long term roadmaps will help develop new innovations within complex ultra-fast operations.•Interact with senior-level audiences to provide updates and make strategic recommendations that will achieve the long-term vision for optimal balance between business need and operator experience•Innovated to improve customer experience and continuously remove cost•Designed new metrics and enhanced existing metrics to support the future state of the business.•Gathered and analyzed data across order fulfillment functions to establish global standards in partnership with cross functional teams.•Rethinking the current hiring processes to optimize for speed, convenience, and cost.•Built strong partnership with team and business leaders to understand improvement opportunities.Analyzing and solving operational barriers with a focus on understanding root causes and driving forward solves.

Seattle, Wa, Us

•Became the face of recruiting to all members on the business side of the Amazon Fresh Brand•Responsible for training 3 new members of the team to prepare for doubling the number of launches in 2021•Responsible for all communication with business leaders, managers and 3rd party firms when needed •Responsible for redesigning the recruiting process in order to increase efficiency and improve the candidate experience

Seattle, Wa, Us

•Became the lead recruiter for a top-secret UK expansion of one of Amazon’s newest brands and concepts•Trained a permanent employee to be lead recruiter for the UK version of the SRS stores I had launched in the US•Trained and managed a contractor that was converted to full time in 6 months on a 9-month contract-to-hire position•Conducted all Team Lead phone screens resulting in over 200 hires •Developed successful recruiting strategies for a foreign country without any base metrics•Worked to continually improve the candidate experience as we learned more about cultural norms•1 of only 2 people who worked with director-level employees to launch the most physical stores in 1 year for any Amazon brand (32- 2021) and the most physical stores ever launched for a brand in 1 quarter (14- Q4 of 2021)

Seattle, Wa, Us

•Developed, implemented and executed recruiting strategies for the entire US in order to continue store launching during the changing pandemic climate. •Worked with individuals from the director-level down to ensure we were bringing in the correct mix of individuals at the store level to streamline store staff when revenue was unpredictable during the pandemic•Navigated the changing directives at the national, state, and local level to make sure we were following the directives related to the pandemic•Changed the training and duties of employees to align with pandemic practices such as social distancing, wearing PPE, cleaning duties, etc.

Seattle, Wa, Us

• Recruited for the Amazon Bookstore and 4-Star brands across the US • Interfaced with Store ,Regional and Technology Managers in order to be sure we maintained an appropriate staffing level and had the proper technology and features to maximize revenue and profits

Seattle, Wa, Us

• My responsibilities were to specialize in and recruit software developers of all languages and levels( SDE, SDE2, SDE3, SDM) for whichever team was trailing behind their expected numbers• Member of a special team that was chartered to fill technical hiring gaps across the organization in the U.S and Canada • Used multiple sourcing platforms including: Linkedin,Icims,Beamery,Github, Social media and Job boards• Partner with hiring teams to build and execute effective sourcing, assessment, and closing approaches with an ability to manage customer/partner expectations through a deep understanding of return on investment• Partner effectively with recruiting team peers and cross-functional partners (Compensation, HR, Systems and Programs teams, etc.• Develop sophisticated closing strategies for recruiting passive candidates at all levels that seek for matching fit and motivation rather than focusing on selling alone• Recommend ideas and strategies related to recruitment that will contribute to the long-range growth of the company• Articulate in writing a plan with deliverables, timelines and a formal tracking process• Interview candidates within the framework of the position specification• Screen, interview and prepare a candidate slate within an appropriate and consistent timeline

Milwaukee, Wi, Us

• Ran a Fortune500 account for the Austin IT Market.• Documented in person meetings, submittals, interviews, account/candidate communication, starts etc.• Met with Managers and Directors about upcoming needs and formulate job descriptions.• Built sourcing strategies for the team as well as source and recruit personally.• Qualified applicants through phone screens, assessments, onsite interviews and speaking with references

Milwaukee, Wi, Us

Milwaukee, Wi, Us

I educate strong sales and business development professionals from a variety of different industries on how a career as a Northwestern Mutual advisor can provide the rewards and opportunities of self-employment -- flexibility, having a positive impact on people's lives, and unlimited earning potential.Northwestern Mutual views the recruiting and selection of financial representatives as a mutual selection process. The office evaluates a candidate’s potential for success as a financial representative. At the same time, the candidate evaluates the office’s ability to support each individual’s professional and financial goals. When everything aligns, we have a "mutual fit." My goal is always to recruit the right person, at the right time, for the right reasons. Our financial representatives have all the advantages of being in business for their self, but they’re not alone. We will help you develop your business and marketing plans, provide extensive training and coaching from certified trainers, and offer access to our knowledgeable group of financial professionals to help you launch your career.

Atlanta, Ga, Us

As a Recruiter, I am responsible for building consultant relationships, understanding the local employment market and consulting with technical candidates to help them advance their long-term careers. •Develop recruiting strategies designed to identify qualified candidates through various tools •Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of candidates through screening and interviews •Negotiate wages, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment with candidates •Oversee pre-employment steps including reference checks and background/drug tests •Manage contract employees while on assignment •Work with Account Managers to identify top accounts and target skill sets •Communicate effectively with others in order to create a productive and diverse environment •Maintain relationships with industry contacts to gain industry knowledge and get referrals

Hanover, Md, Us

TEKsystems is an IT services company. With more than 25 years of experience, we combine a proven track record of superior performance, a quality-focused approach to service delivery, and the highest-caliber technical professionals in the market.TEKsystems helps our clients successfully plan, build, and run their critical technology initiatives. Our capabilities include IT and communications staff augmentation and direct placement services; managed, project-based, and outsourced applications and infrastructure services; education services; and comprehensive workforce management solutions.TEKsystems annually provides over 70,000 technical professionals to support critical IT engagements at more than 5,500 client sites, including 82% of the Fortune 500. With 90 offices and over 2,200 recruiters throughout North America and Europe, our reach grants us access to 81% of the technical professional workforce. It also enables us to speak with over 10,000 technical professionals a week and meet with more than 2,600 of them face to face when recruiting top talent. Specialties include full life cycle recruiting, candidate maintenance and working with applicant tracking systems.

Planned, Marketed,and ran events funded with city government funds to help the downtown area of San Marcos(the fastest growing city in the nation) to bring in new business while keeping its historic heritage and feel.

Marketed, Promoted and sold limo services and tickets to events the company offered. Helped the company to grow the fleet over 120 percent since July 2012. The fleet grew from 6 buses to 15 buses.

Bachelor Of Business Administration - Bba, Finance

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