Derek Anderson Email & Phone Number

Ferndale, MI, US

Wixom, US

• Work hand in hand with Executive, Delivery and HR teams to identify bottlenecks in recruiting and business processes. Provide effective solutions for Recruiting and On-Boarding process improvement.
• Play a key role in driving new business across the US – Market Research, Client Outreach & Relations, RFP Support.
• Responsible for managing several accounts, in three different states. Client list; a blend of Fortune 100/500 End-Clients, across a broad spectrum of High-Touch Direct Clients to No-Touch VMS’s. Effectively servicing.
• Lead an On-Shore/Off-Shore - Recruitment/Delivery team of 7-10 people. Servicing all IT Domains and Sectors, with a focus on Enterprise App/Web Development, Big Data, and Technical Leadership.
• As a Lead – Hold daily stand-up meetings to provide day-to-day status updates, and direction of the team’s priorities. Jump in as needed to source and qualify candidates to maximize daily bandwidth.
• Hire and train Entry-Level Recruiters in Full-Lifecycle Technical Recruiting and Best Practices.

Detroit, Michigan, US

• Sr. Full Desk Technical Recruiter/Reverse-Headhunter
• Conducted end-to-end recruitment for a diverse range of technical roles in IT, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Healthcare.
• Championed "Recruiting 4.0" by seamlessly integrating AI, predictive analytics, and data scraping, ensuring precise candidate sourcing aligned with organizational needs.
• Applied strategic "reverse-headhunting" techniques as a potent sales tool, presenting elite talent to new hiring managers and clients, driving robust business development. Orchestrated and executed "evergreen" email.
• Mastered job boards and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) for optimal candidate sourcing and streamlined recruitment workflows.
• Established and nurtured strong client relationships through tech-enhanced communication, underscoring the agency's commitment to delivering exceptional talent.

Naperville, IL, US

• Business development through organic contacts and existing relationships.
• Work as a candidate’s agent to explore opportunities in the local job market, and present profiles directly to the end-client openings.
• Leverage existing relationships with staffing agencies, acting as a third party/independent talent sourcing service.
• Conduct Full-Life Cycle recruitment practices for end-client needs.

Detroit, Michigan, US

• Generate leads for future projects through organic social networks, and personal contacts.
• Organize and participate in strategy sessions to identify the needs in the market, and which clients to approach.
• Oversee talent scouting efforts of Freelance Creatives/Crew for current and future projects.
• Participate in budget building and Management.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with Vendors, such as Grip Teams, Craft Services, Talent, Post-Houses.
• Interface with Creative Teams and End Clients to gather direction and feedback throughout each production.

Novi, MI, US

• Brought on to implement a viable Third-Party Vendor program and manage Detroit area VMS accounts.
• Negotiate and execute Master Service Agreements, payment terms, and corporate compliance.
• Tasked with standing up a Creative/Digital Division, leveraging existing relationships and experience to drum up new business in a highly competitive market.
• Providing growth strategies for new markets, quickness to market, and identify bottlenecks in business processes.

Grand Rapids, Michigan, US

• OtterBase places IT professionals in IT jobs and IT careers across the enterprise. We work closely with our consultants and clients to find the ideal job match: the right fit for the consultant's skills and experience.
• Conduct full life-cycle recruitment of Information Technology professionals. This includes sourcing, recruiting, pre-screening, interviewing, negotiating job offers, hiring, terminations, and customer and candidate.
• Establish and build client relationships with hiring managers, gathering detailed job requirements, and identifying and pursuing additional sales opportunities.
• Utilize the latest techniques in “open-source” searching to find candidates that do not want to be found.
• Leverage social media, both personal and professional to its fullest extent to attract local talent, and generate new business opportunities. Over the last two years, has grown organic, online presence to over 6k.
• Consistently exceeded benchmark goals, and a signed MSA with an undisclosed global consulting firm within 90 days from hire.

Chicago, IL, US

• Founded in 2008, React Presents is a full service club, concert, and festival promotion company based in Chicago, IL. React Presents owns and operates the MID and the Concord Music Hall, and books select events in.
• Provided recommendations to corporate buyers on what entertainment acts would be successful in specific venues across the region.
• Liaised between performance venues and artist’s agencies, providing problem-solving and conflict resolution during discussions, and helping reach mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Collaborated with agencies and venues, negotiating fair operating costs and profits.
• Developed relationships with local stagehand union, thereby providing production resources at minimal cost.
• Built physical and digital promotional street teams.

Troy, MI, US

• OpTech is an award-winning Professional Services firm providing Information Technology and Engineering services to Fortune 500 and Government clients. OpTech’s leadership and innovative solutions address the critical.
• Conduct full life-cycle recruitment of Information Technology professionals. This includes sourcing, recruiting, pre-screening, interviewing, negotiating job offers, hiring, terminations, and customer and candidate.
• Establish and build client relationships with hiring managers, gathering detailed job requirements, and identifying and pursuing additional sales opportunities.
• Developed “Sourcing Program”, an entry-level training project for interns and recent college graduates. The program builds-up the organization’s internal candidate pipeline / database and develops key skills for future.
• Manage and oversee all Application Development opportunities for OpTech’s entire client list. Created a team specializing in recruiting for Application Development positions, which increased efficiency and streamlined.
• Provide mentorship and training to Junior Recruiters, building brand ambassadors and forming the next generation of leaders.

Schaumburg, IL, US

• SEKO provides complete Supply Chain Solutions, specializing in transportation, logistics, forwarding and warehousing. We also lead the industry with innovative and customizable IT solutions, which provide a seamless.
• Supervised all domestic and international imports and exports, responsible for condition and accuracy of all items being shipped.
• Delivered door-to-door, B2B sales development for inbound and outbound customs brokerage.
• Provided sales and design of custom crating utilized for fragile and highly delicate equipment shipped worldwide.
• Maintained and troubleshot Inventory Tracking System used for drop ship services.

Certificate, Culinary Arts & Communications

Business/Corporate Communications