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Remote

Remote

Boonville, Sc

Managed the entire recruitment function for a growing transportation company, across multiple regions. Accountable for posting jobs online, reviewing resumes, maintaining candidate records, and leading background checks. Facilitated and led weekly pipeline status meetings with senior leadership. ➣ Instrumental in leading the introduction and implementation of a new applicant tracking system, provided hands-on ATS training to all the staff. ➣ Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of HR principles, policies, practices, issues, laws, and regulations.➣ Thoroughly interviewed and qualified candidates via phone to ensure the attainment of minimum job requirements and presented the candidate to the hiring manager for consideration.

Chattanooga, Tn

Founder and owner of an online boutique clothing marketplace. Conceptualized, developed, and executed a comprehensive business plan resulting in a successful online launch and the quick growth of a loyal customer base. Accountable for budgets and P&L with a close eye on cost containment. ➣ Sourced and established relationships with 18 different vendors, negotiating all contracts and prices. ➣ Attended industry trade shows and local community events to promote and market the business. ➣ Drove all new business development efforts with a focus on creative advertising, social media marketing, networking, and existing customer referrals.

Chattanooga, Tn

Oversaw all day-to-day operations of a recruiting firm dedicated to identifying and placing experienced CDL truck drivers in a full-time position with Fortune 500 companies. Managed accounts payable, invoicing, and payroll while directing the entire interview process for each candidate; supervised one employee. ➣ Established and developed relationships with client carriers with a focus on customer service excellence.➣ Diligently qualified and interviewed candidates while providing comprehensive detail on the company, the position, and compensation.

Chattanooga, Tn

Accountable for managing the entire staffing life cycle within a high-volume recruiting environment. Provided hands-on support to Fortune 500 accounts in filling a variety of open positions nationwide. Leveraged numerous, creative search methods to identify and qualify potential candidates for consideration. ➣ Managed and developed ongoing relationships with up to ten independent recruiting firms.➣ Earned commendation from senior leadership for consistently exceeding aggressive monthly targets, including multiple individual awards for production performance. ➣ Hand-picked to represent USXPRESS at local job fairs and industry trade shows to develop new vendor relationships and engage directly with qualified applicants. ➣ Worked directly with each candidate through the entire interview process, including leading pre-interview and post-interview prep calls and serving as the candidate’s representative with the hiring company. ➣ Prepared new hire presentations, onboarding packages, and conditional offers of employment; arranged transportation for new hires to attend orientation.

Lafayette, Ga

Charged with a variety of day-to-day responsibilities to ensure a consistent level of customer service and operations excellence for a gourmet catering company. Coordinated and managed weekly staff schedules, payroll, accounts payable, purchasing, and inventory management. ➣ Worked collaboratively with ownership to review P&L and discuss potential options for reducing costs while maintaining food quality and overall customer satisfaction. ➣ Served as the primary contact for scheduling client events and ensuring appropriate staff coverage. ➣ Established and developed close relationships with multiple vendors and contractors, managing ongoing maintenance needs related to plumbing, HVAC, and landscaping

Lafayette, Ga

Helped assembly up to 500 ranges daily. Instrumental in educating team members of OSHA’s Voluntary Protection Program. Ensured strict compliance of all employees of all company and OSHA safety regulations.

Lafayette, Ga

Led a team of hourly cashiers in a retail environment. Created and maintained staff schedules, assigned shift duties, and provided hands-on training regarding store policies and procedures. Proactively addressed and resolved customer service escalations and assisted store leadership with inventory control and loss prevention.