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Fremont, California, Us

• Assisted the HRIS team in testing and deploying Workday - Taleo integrations for positions, requisitions and new hires.• Developed a Job Connector to automatically post openings to external job sites. Resulted in a double-digit % increase in candidate applications.• Delivered a job description validation process to standardize and correct many display formatting inconsistencies. • Constructed a Candidate Connector from LinkedIn to Oracle Recruiting using Python to extract candidate profiles and skills.

• Led the data conversion for an enterprise transition from Taleo to Oracle Recruiting Cloud (ORC) to include templates, requisitions, candidates, applications, offers, file attachments, and advancing application phases and states in the selection process.• Developed an efficient and reliable process for enterprise data conversion from Taleo to Oracle Recruiting Cloud (ORC), offering the flexibility to execute and re-run extraction and transformation and load (ETL) processes.• Offered expertise on systems integrations with background check and assessment providers, data warehouse integrations, emphasizing compliance with bank security policies.

• Conducted analysis GAP based on the requirements from all country offices.• Performed and tested configurations in Stage; provided UN-FAO with detailed instructions to implement in Production.

Singapore, Sg

• Collaborated closely with the global HR design team to deliver a Taleo Web Services API, successfully integrating enterprise recruitment data with a central workbench and with Workday HR.• Conducted comprehensive prototyping of XML code using SOAPUI for development and testing, working closely with Oracle Support and Product Development to address bottlenecks and gaps in Taleo documentation.

• Advised about migrating from Taleo to Oracle Recruiting Cloud (ORC).• Developed an automation tool using Python to quickly configure Taleo using spreadsheets, resulting in a re-usable process that saved 120 hours of manual configuration time.• Addressed Taleo user questions on a regular basis. Worked extensively with Taleo support to resolve support tickets.

Stockton, Ca, Us

• Advised management on best practices for optimizing Taleo Enterprise Recruiting and candidate engagement by leveraging social media channels.• Deployed and tested configuration upgrades to Production environments.• Conducted in-depth analysis of Delta College's job postings and career section design, identifying areas for improvement.• Updated the college recruiting homepage to incorporate support for hiring category links.

Santa Clara, Ca, Us

• Delivered integrations that update requisition compensation information in Oracle Recruiting, based on position data in Workday.• Developed Oracle Recruiting integrations to automate emails to managers and recruiters, triggered by recruitment events. Ex: for requisitions aged 45 days and 90 days, emails are sent to the recruiter with instructions on how to proceed.• Assisted in building and deploying Oracle Recruiting integrations for a complex GDPR project to ensure compliance with Personally Identifiable Information (PII) regulations. • Worked with 3rd-party vendors to implement and extensively test background checks from Taleo supported by TCC integrations.• Crafted numerous ad-hoc TCC scripts to address business operational needs, such as location updates, functional roles, job templates, LUDS, candidates, employees, requisitions, offers, job postings, users, and onboarding steps.

San Diego, California, Us

• Acted as Configuration Lead for the deployment of an enterprise learning management system, ensuring compliance with stringent audit requirements.• Supported the team during the conversion of thousands of documents, including videos, PDFs, Visio diagrams, and PowerPoint presentations.

Virginia Beach , Va, Us

• Formulated the Taleo integration strategy for the US Navy, supporting the TCC transition to NEXCOM hosting.• Facilitated team workshops to document existing integrations and pinpoint necessary Taleo upgrades in line with business goals.

Dublin, Ireland, Ie

• Partnered with talent acquisition leadership to enhance candidate selection workflows globally.• Addressed user support tickets and resolved Taleo integration challenges, providing efficient solutions.• Revamped and streamlined Taleo web forms for recruiters and hiring managers to improve user experience.• Collaborated with the recruitment team to perform quality assurance testing for a major Taleo upgrade.

Las Vegas, Nv, Us

• Prepared training materials and conducted workshops for groups of up to 25 participants on utilizing Taleo Enterprise for recruitment, emphasizing best practices and strategies to maximize the platform capabilities.

Lake Success, Ny, Us

• Worked closely with recruiting and IT business leaders to introduce process improvements that improve overall efficiency.• Led the initiative to implement Single Sign-On (SSO) for Taleo, enhancing user access and security.• Assisted with a significant Taleo upgrade, ensuring a seamless transition with minimal downtime.• Delivered training sessions for staff on the functionalities of Taleo Recruiting and Onboarding.

Bathgate, West Lothian, Gb

• Oversaw the end-to-end implementation process for Taleo Recruiting and Onboarding within the organization.• Collected requirements, maintained workbooks, and tailored Taleo configurations to meet business needs.• Delivered functional training sessions for super users, enabling them to efficiently leverage the platform.

Boston, Ma, Us

• Created and tested Taleo Connect Client scripts for global deployment in 19 languages, providing a consistent user experience across the organization.• Secured 100% data signoff for the primary Organization integration, overcoming a Taleo constraint that risked permanent misalignment between Taleo and Core HR; informed the team of this new solution.• Employed Taleo Connect Client (TCC) to import extensive employee data sets and make required Taleo field adjustments, ensuring data accuracy and consistency.

Dallas, Tx, Us

• Developed and tested Taleo Connect Client integrations for migration from PeopleSoft TAM to Taleo Recruiting, ensuring a smooth transition between systems.

Vevey, Ch

• Coordinated with IT for a major Taleo upgrade from version 12 to 13. Conducted extensive testing.• Applied expertise in job templates and prescreening questions management to optimize the recruitment process.• Extracted candidate application data and file attachments using TCC for in-depth analysis.• Analyzed and improved integrations between Taleo and SAP, implementing enhancements for better logging and system efficiency.• Offered technical support in collaboration with Oracle Support to address integration issues and boost performance.• Created a 'Time to Progress' report utilizing Business Objects and multiple sub-queries and formulas to monitor recruitment efficiency.

Battle Creek, Michigan, Us

• Analyzed existing career sections to optimize the job seeker experience. Identified opportunities to better utilize social media for recruitment purposes.• Provided a detailed set of Taleo documentation and a customized quick reference guide for recruiters, aligned with the company's current configuration, to support employee training and enhance system usage.

Coral Gables, Florida, Us

• Managed data mapping and TCC integrations between Taleo and PeopleSoft 9.2, enabling seamless data exchange between systems.• Configured TCC servers for Development, Stage, and Production, and established secure SFTP data transfers.• Assisted with the Taleo Enterprise recruiting upgrade from version 12 to 14, improving system functionality.• Designed processes to handle various onboarding scenarios, including new hires, rehires, transfers, promotions, demotions, and laterals. • Created reports utilizing Oracle Business Intelligence (OBI) for advanced data visualization and analysis.• Worked closely with IT to design, test, and implement automation scripts, streamlining processes and minimizing manual tasks.

• Configured and tested Taleo for a global implementation, achieving seamless integration with existing systems.• Performed comprehensive system testing to confirm that configurations adhered to design specifications and performance standards.• Analyzed recruitment process requirements, existing designs, and validated candidate selection workflows to boost efficiency and streamline talent acquisition.

London, Gb

• Developed and tested TCC integrations for seamless data imports and exports between Taleo Recruiting and SAP, analyzing and resolving OLF issues in multiple languages.• Collaborated with the global integrations team and administrators to troubleshoot, resolve, and test Taleo integrations, guaranteeing smooth rollouts across various regions.

Christchurch, Dorset, Gb

• Created custom scripts using Taleo Connect Client (TCC) to enable seamless data integrations between Taleo and SAP, enhancing data accuracy and system interoperability.• Configured and validated functionality in Taleo Recruiting Stage and Production zones, ensuring an optimal user experience for recruiters, managers, and candidates.• Delivered extensive training sessions for system administrators on advanced Taleo features and TCC usage, empowering them to proficiently manage and maintain the platform.

Abbott Park, Illinois, Us

• Provided expertise in global configuration of Taleo Recruiting and Onboarding, ensuring seamless adoption across the organization.• Restructured and standardized offer letter templates across 32 countries and 27 languages, configuring and extensively testing in both Stage and Production environments.• Collaborated with the Director of Talent Acquisition and country managers to design future state recruiting processes for all selection workflows.• Partnered with IT to develop and test integrations between Taleo Recruiting and SAP, enhancing system compatibility.• Created comprehensive instructional content for the company's global training program on Taleo Recruiting and Onboarding.• Improved overall efficiency by designing new processes for the global employee referral program.• Analyzed corporate social media strategy and identified opportunities to enhance recruiting effectiveness using various platforms and career portals.

Cork, Ireland, Ie

• Served as a Taleo subject matter expert on the global HR Transformation team, focusing on talent acquisition.• Managed requirements, scope, configuration, testing, and delivery for the global Taleo upgrade, providing key documentation such as configuration workbooks, business rules, report specifications, and integration matrices.• Worked with Johnson Controls recruiting managers from 18 countries to explain Taleo functionality, capture regional requirements, and design future-state recruiting processes. • Established connection touchpoints between Talent Acquisition and Onboarding, Performance, Payroll, Compensation & Benefits, Workforce Administration, Workforce Planning, Succession Planning, and Learning & Development.

Fuschl, At

• Conducted candidate data analysis and devised solutions to rectify discrepancies in preparation for conversion.• Created integration scripts to capture candidate records from Monster ATS and import them into Taleo Recruiting.

Boca Raton, Florida, Us

• Collaborated with SMEs, business analysts, and the Director of Recruiting to document current-state processes and design future-state processes for talent acquisition, onboarding, and integrations with Oracle EBS.• Worked closely with global administrators to manage requirements, development, and delivery of the North American Taleo upgrade.

Melbourne, Victoria, Au

• Conducted meetings with subject matter experts, business analysts, and HR executives to facilitate system migration.• Configured and tested Taleo to support the transition from Vurv to Taleo Enterprise.

London, Gb

• Developed and assisted execution of a global project plan for Taleo implementation, collaborating with a 28-member team to design, configure, test, integrate, and deploy the system across various regions.• Revamped HSBC's global recruitment strategy, implementing Taleo Connect Client (TCC) integrations to streamline candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, and onboarding processes.• Secured support from HSBC Directors of Recruiting by presenting well-crafted design documentation and produced detailed requirements to develop a more efficient global recruitment process.• Collaborated with country managers across the Americas to gather requirements and tailor the project to meet regional needs and corporate objectives.• Continuously updated technical knowledge by attending Taleo workshops, focusing on best practices, core functionalities, and TCC integrations.

Chicago, Il, Us

Deerfield, Il, Us

• Assessed integration requirements for data exchange between Walgreens' HR systems and Taleo, including position imports, assessments, rehire evaluations, background and license checks, HRMS exports, and onboarding procedures. • Created detailed documentation, including requirements, process flows, functional specifications, and technical specifications to support the integration and system development. • Assisted in the development of a comprehensive project plan for a company-wide recruiting transformation initiative, streamlining the talent acquisition process.

Benton Harbor, Michigan, Us

• Led the global Taleo configuration for Whirlpool across 13 European countries, configuring applicant tracking systems and career portals in seven languages.• Developed detailed project plans, conducted kickoff meetings, and facilitated weekly functional and technical discussions to ensure project progress.• Collaborated with country managers, HR, IT, and sponsors to redesign the global recruiting process, incorporating current state analysis, gap assessments, and Taleo best practices.• Worked with key stakeholders to import recruiting data into Taleo, implement cost-saving integrations, and provide on-site training and validation.

Stamford, Ct, Us

• Supported the Managing Director in executing a global rollout of Starwood Hotels' talent acquisition system.• Assessed existing recruitment practices and reporting requirements for Starwood and its subsidiaries.• Developed use cases and future-state process maps, leveraging Taleo features and global reorganization initiatives.

Chicago, Il, Us

Chicago, Illinois, Us

• Supported the VP of Recruiting in redesigning processes to optimize the use of a global applicant tracking system.

Chicago, Illinois, Us

Chicago, Il, Us