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Permanent Placement Consultant for Experis a division of Manpower Group specializing in the permanent placement of highly skilled professionals within all fields of Engineering.Manpower Group has global network of over 4,000 offices in 82 countries and territories allows to meet the needs of our clients in all industry segments, whether they are global, multi-national or local companies. By offering a complete range of services, we can help any company - no matter where they are in their business evolution - raise productivity through improved strategy, quality, efficiency and cost reduction across their total workforce.

Lead a team of professionals in providing full cycle recruitment for senior and executive talent in occupations such as engineering, sales, and manufacturing. Initiate, nurture, and maintain relationships with candidates and clients in multiple industries. Specialize in filling niche positions that have proven challenging to fill. Example:Recruited the first 15 external engineers for Honeywell for the new CEV manned space program.

Managed a multi-state region with 12 locations generating more than $50M in annual revenues for the largest provider of assisted living for seniors in the US. Accountable for all unit operations including P&L, occupancy growth, marketing, staffing, and executive development. Reported to the regional senior vice presidentGrew regional revenue by 12% and net operating income (NOI) by 8%. Engineered a dramatic turnaround at 3 struggling locations in 2003, increasing revenue, occupancy, and NOI by 48%. Lowered regional expenses by 22%.Integrated 5 Marriott Senior Living properties into the organization following the acquisition of that company. Converted all operations, standards and procedures to the Sunrise system. Implemented capital improvements and management restructuring plans.Contributed to the development of new markets. Provided consultation on costs, return on investment, market conditions, competition, and vendors. Developed annual budgets and managed critical negotiations with owners, investors, and vendors.Developed and promoted 3 internal candidates to executive director. Mentored several managers with a 360 degree perspective. Reduced turnover from 89% to 62% in 2 years. Engaged in consistent succession planning.

Oversaw a district with 14 stores generating more than $280M in annual sales. Accountable for all store sales and operations including P&L management, staff development, merchandise management, new store openings, market trends, and competitive analysis. Reported to the regional senior vice president.Grew market share by 30% and profit by 13%. Recorded high single-digit sales increases each year by working closely with buyers, vendors, and merchandising teams and planning location-specific assortments. Lowered controllable expenses by 15% while reducing inventory shrink by 30%.Opened 4 new stores from the ground up. Assisted in the opening of new markets in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Consulted on site locations, and analyzed competitors, demographics, and feasibility studies. Hired and trained management teams and planned assortments. Renovated and expanded 5 additional stores.Provided leadership to 60 managers, 6 regional team members, and more than 2,000 associates. Mentored and led 2 store managers to district manager promotions. Reduced management turnover by 20%.Served on the board of directors for 6 years and on corporate committees focused on visual presentation, field communications, and a unit integrity system.Drove annual sales from $11M in 1990 to $19M in 1995 as the store manager of the Maplewood MN location.