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April Lewis Harris

April Lewis Harris

North Augusta,SC

Summary

Results-driven Recruiting Professional skilled at building rapport and obtaining information with practiced ease. Precise in updating records, coordinating schedules and eliminating unqualified candidates. Proficient in developing and overseeing diverse candidate pipelines, marketing plans and advertising strategies.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification

Work History

Recruiting Coordinator

Visionaire Partners, LLC
03.2022 - Current
  • Revitalized the recruitment process by implementing streamlined procedures, enhancing the efficiency of pre-hiring activities, including background checks, and accelerating the transition of internal candidates to higher roles within HD Supply
  • Coordinated panel interviews for recruiters to assist three to five interviewers in comprehensively evaluating the skills, motivation, and cultural fit of candidates within our sales team
  • Assisted Sales recruitment team in surpassing company’s time to fill goal by 8% through expert coordination of team’s backend recruitment activities, including background checks and related procedures, to support the successful onboarding of qualified candidates.

Recruiting Coordinator

Red Ventures
11.2019 - 01.2021
  • Achieve staffing objectives by evaluating job candidates for sales positions through application and resume reviews
  • Met all hiring timeline targets at 100%
  • Coordinate and manage calendar for a team of 7 Coordinators and Recruiters to facilitate group presentation and interviews
  • Facilitate 8-10 Group Presentation per week to ensure applicants understanding of the role
  • Provided feedback to Hiring Managers to assist with final hiring decisions
  • Participate in continued evaluation and evolution of hiring process to ensure the best possible outcomes and experience for applicants.

General Manager

TMX Finance LLC
03.2015 - 03.2016
  • Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans for business growth and expansion, resulting in increased market share.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Analyzed market trends/data to identify potential opportunities for business growth within existing or emerging markets successfully.

Store Manager

Rent A Center Warehouse & Retail Store
08.2012 - 03.2016
  • Increased store profitability by implementing cost-saving measures and efficient inventory management strategies.
  • Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
  • Increased store customer base by 15% YOY (year over year) and revenue by 23% YOY through sales activities, account management, and providing total customer satisfaction.
  • Developed a successful employee retention plan, reducing staff turnover rates significantly.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members for a 6 locations district.

Education

Business Management -

Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Clarkston, GA
01.2024

Skills

  • Organizational skills
  • Onboarding coordination
  • Attention to detail
  • Strong communication
  • Recruiting software
  • Adaptability
  • Continuous learning
  • Interdepartmental Coordination
  • Strategic Planning
  • Goal-Oriented
  • Resume Screening
  • Recruitment
  • Multitasking
  • Applicant tracking
  • Interview scheduling

Certification

  • OKR Goal setting 101, Udemy, 04/01/20
  • Recruiting: Talent Acquisition & Hiring, Udemy, 04/01/20
  • Talent Sourcing, LinkedIn, 01/25/24
  • Considering Transferable Skills in Talent Acquisition and Retention, LinkedIn, 01/26/24

Accomplishments

In February of 2016, I founded Lady's Creative Wealth, LLC (LCW,LLC) to providing consulting, document, administrative and marketing services to small businesses. Through developing and maintaining a network of Graphic Designers, Accountants, Legal Aides, and Business Professionals, I am able to assist small businesses in improving their professional footprint by provide marketing plans, customized marketing material, and assisting with implementation. I also explore and share creative streams of income such as home call centers using platforms like Arise and LiveOps.

Timeline

Recruiting Coordinator

Visionaire Partners, LLC
03.2022 - Current

Recruiting Coordinator

Red Ventures
11.2019 - 01.2021

General Manager

TMX Finance LLC
03.2015 - 03.2016

Store Manager

Rent A Center Warehouse & Retail Store
08.2012 - 03.2016

Business Management -

Georgia Piedmont Technical College
  • OKR Goal setting 101, Udemy, 04/01/20
  • Recruiting: Talent Acquisition & Hiring, Udemy, 04/01/20
  • Talent Sourcing, LinkedIn, 01/01/24
April Lewis Harris