Clients: Sourcing Specialist – Avanade/Randstad Sourceright, Managing Director – Hire Resources - PeopleFind Inc.
(2020-09)
- Managing sourcing and talent acquisition initiatives across multiple client engagements
- Specializing in IT roles including AI/ML Engineers, Application Security Consultant, Auditors, Biomedical Engineer, Chemical/Process Engineers, Civil/Structural Engineers, Cloud Architect, Cloud/DevOps Engineers, CPAs, Cybersecurity Specialists, Data Engineer & Scientist, Digital Marketing & E-Commerce Specialists, Electronics Engineers, EV/Battery Engineers, Financial Analysts, Full Stack Developer, Nurses/Manager, Physicians, Robotics Engineers, Semiconductor Engineers, and Warehouse & Logisti
Talent Acquisition Specialist/Senior Sales Manager - EPICS GROUP - Jersey City, NJ / North York, ON
(2005-09 - 2020-08)
In a dynamic startup environment, I developed and successfully implemented multichannel recruiting strategies to build a high-performing recruitment team specializing in software engineering talent. I trained, managed, and led both the sales and recruitment divisions, ensuring a streamlined process to source and deliver top-tier professionals effectively.
- Executive & Critical Hiring: Led end-to-end recruitment for high-stakes executive roles, including sourcing, resume review, candidate screening, interview coordination, offer negotiation, and seamless onboarding—ensuring top-tier placements that aligned with business objectives.
- Global Sales & Recruitment Team Expansion: Spearheaded the creation of a high-performing sales and recruitment team, strategically crafting compelling job descriptions, multichannel sourcing strategies, and innovative talent acquisition methods. Leveraged advertisements, job boards, Boolean search, corporate websites, social media, professional networks, and referrals to build a team of 65 elite recruitment professionals, driving global hiring success.
- Advanced Training & Development: Designed and executed an extensive training program to enhance recruiter capabilities, equipping them with strategic sourcing techniques for even the most complex hiring needs. Developed a five-point qualification framework that boosted efficiency, increased placement accuracy, and resulted in 80% qualified candidate selection.
- Operational Leadership & Performance Management: Conducted daily strategy meetings, prioritized key hiring requirements, and mentored recruiters on multichannel sourcing methodologies to maximize successful matches. Established performance metrics, optimized workflows, and tailored individual training to ensure continued growth and excellence.
- Technology-Driven Talent Acquisition: Led sales and recruitment operations using applicant tracking systems (ATS), human resource information systems (HRIS), and proprietary tools—driving revenue targets, accelerating business development, and optimizing operational efficiency.
- Strategic Collaboration & Revenue Growth: Worked closely with HR leadership, hiring managers, and C-suite executives (CEO, CFO, COO, CIO) to align talent acquisition with business strategy. Delivered high-quality hires, improved interdepartmental collaboration, and streamlined processes—leading to a 34% annual revenue increase through enhanced workforce planning.
Senior Technical Recruiter - CDI CORPORATION - Philadelphia, PA
(2003-09 - 2005-08)
I was brought into this role to spearhead, manage, and lead a high-volume client recruiting initiative for Permanent, Contract, and Contract-to-Hire roles. Despite operating in a high-pressure environment with demanding volume and accelerated hiring timelines, I consistently maintained both exceptional talent quality and delivery speed. My ability to navigate challenges while ensuring top-tier placements led to continuous recognition as "The Best Recruiter" within the company.
- Revitalizing Recruitment Structure: Identified inefficiencies in the existing hiring framework and implemented a client-focused multichannel sourcing strategy, significantly accelerating talent acquisition. This strategic shift led to a 110% revenue increase and expanded the clientele base.
- Comprehensive Candidate Evaluation: Conducted a thorough screening process, including resume reviews, interviews, and qualification assessments. Successfully presented top-tier candidates to clients, facilitated interview coordination, negotiated offers, and ensured seamless onboarding.
- Strategic Growth & Restructuring: Led in-depth quantitative and qualitative research to uncover growth opportunities. Through account categorization and personnel evaluation, executed a targeted restructuring initiative, resulting in substantial recruiting growth, improved operational efficiencies, stronger interdepartmental collaboration, and increased profitability.
- Sales Performance Enhancement: Partnered with the Regional Sales Manager to recruit, train, and develop high-performing sales talent. This initiative drove higher sales figures, revenue expansion, operational cost reduction, sustained year-over-year savings, and improved staff retention.
- Optimized Urgent Hiring Process: Introduced a priority-based escalation system within the recruiting team to address urgent requirements effectively—boosting revenue by 45% through rapid and precise staffing solutions.
Senior Technical Recruiter - WorldNet Corporation - Chicago, IL
(1993-09 - 2003-08)
Our primary focus was on high-level, hard-to-find roles for Contract and Contract-to-Hire staffing. I consistently delivered top-quality talent within the designated timeframe, achieving an exceptional 90% success rate in fulfilling hiring requirements.
- Specialized in Difficult-to-Fill Roles: Managed highly challenging technical requirements that had been advertised for weeks or months and previously worked on by corporate recruiters—ensuring targeted strategies for sourcing hard-to-find talent.
- Strategic Recruitment Execution: Prioritized hiring needs, implemented multichannel sourcing strategies, and built a robust talent pipeline. Conducted resume reviews, candidate qualification, and interviews, then presented pre-screened candidates to client managers. Coordinated interviews, conducted reference checks, negotiated offers, and ensured seamless onboarding.
- Emerging Market Research & Talent Planning: Led market research on emerging technologies, providing regular insights and strategic recommendations to client managers. Developed talent pipelines aligned with industry trends while strictly adhering to company recruiting policies and procedures.
