Drive the development and day to day execution of the Supply Chain recruitment team while developing and managing programs and operational processes related to Distribution Centers.Responsible for building key relationships, ownership of targeted events, screening resumes, conducting interviews with potential candidates, managing the assessment process, communicating with hiring managers and candidates throughout the recruitment process, and maintaining the candidate database and reporting.Responsible for research and development of recruitment strategy to support company expansion and growth. Assists Vice President of Talent Acquisition in handling special analysis and projects.

Responsible for the execution of searches and screening of Military Veterans and Military Spouses for positions within Ross Stores, Distribution Centers, Corporate, and Buying Offices. Established initiatives that will grow the Military Recruiting Program and strategically place Ross with our competitors in the Military Friendly talent acquisition market. Created internal and external partnerships for candidate placements and branding opportunities.

Responsible for the execution of searches and screening of Military Veterans and Military Spouses for positions within Ross Stores, Distribution Centers, Corporate, and Buying Offices. Reviewed resumes and conducted interviews with potential candidates, while communicating with hiring managers throughout the search process, and maintaining the recruitment database.

Accountable for the production/distribution functions of multiple areas of the distribution center. Managed and trained 3-4 supervisory personnel to meet established production requirements of merchandise through the distribution center. Established and executed production plans that optimized turn time and expedited merchandise through the distribution center in an accurate, cost-effective manner. Responsible for developing and maintaining an open, engaging associate relations environment which remains issue free.

Managed all operational activities of 7-32 associates in various departments for 3rd Shift. Coached and developed performance and quality of all associates, with the goal of maintaining performance between 90-110% of productivity standards and quality 99% or higher. Ensured the safety of personnel, merchandise, and equipment while working with associates, peers and upper management to optimize operational readiness.

Supervised a team of 12 Researchers between two locations. Coordinated the training of new hire staff and aided in the transition of services from one facility to another. Maintained production and quality reports, in Microsoft Office Suite programs, and ensured production workflow was completed on time or ahead of schedule with a high quality rating. Created new business processes, and evaluated and recommend changes to current processes. Provided presentations for executives, investors and clients.

• Leading Petty Officer of Operations Department for Military Sealift Command, Expeditionary Port Unit 104. Provided training and operational leadership to 48 junior Sailors. Ensured unit was fully qualified and mobilization ready to conduct port operations domestically and within the 5th Fleet Area of Operations.• Work Center Supervisor, responsible for 10 maintenance personnel and 100 million dollars’ worth of equipment onboard USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Created and provided training to over 5000 sailors deployed, within the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group, on all emergency breathing air apparatuses.• Plane Captain for F/A 18C Hornet jet aircraft for Strike Fighter Squadron 131 ensuring the safety and quality maintenance to the aircraft. Oversee fueling, armament and preventive maintenance is completed and recorded.

Researching and developing a digital campaign, focused on recruiting military veterans to pursue an MBA degree at Johnson.

Responsible for covering local events, business and human interest stories throughout Tompkins County, NY.