BENJAMIN DUNKLE
Enola,PA
Summary
Accomplished and energetic business-development professional with 15 years of experience in talent-solutions and staffing firms. Proven leader with a documented track record of driving revenue growth year-over-year, building and mentoring high-performing teams, and developing strong relationships across internal staff, contract talent and client stakeholders. Skilled at setting goals, executing strategic initiatives and motivating teams in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Solutions Manager
Ultimate Staffing
11.2022 - Current
- Engaged in full scale recruitment and sales activities to identify talent, opportunities, leads, and sales generation for temporary and direct hire positions
- Maintained high activity via phone, e-mail, in-person & virtual meetings, and networking groups
- Consulted and educated local employers on labor trends, best hiring/retention practices, and market intel
- Surpassed Ultimate Staffing’s “21 week launch goal” by week 11 (35K GP dollars)
- Continuously exceed weekly expectations in gross profit dollars and activity
Branch Director
Robert Half
10.2019 - 10.2022
- Led, trained and developed a team of six with accountability structures and performance metrics.
- Established daily/weekly/quarterly business and individual goals, embedding a culture of accountability while remaining a production-based contributor.
- Managed both internal staff and contract talent, fostering engagement and high performance.
Branch Manager
ProLogistix (EmployBridge)
08.2018 - 10.2019
- Grew total sales from approximately $3 M in 2017 to ~$11 M in 2018 with an EBITDA around ~$550K.
- Earned President’s Club in 2018.
- Directed a team of eight direct reports and oversaw daily/weekly/quarterly interactions with varied industry professionals.
- Employed a consultative approach with clients to identify and solve complex staffing challenges.
Business Development Manager
ProLogistix (EmployBridge)
03.2017 - 08.2018
- Drove year-over-year business improvement of 222%.
- Generated 32 new accounts in nine months, delivering over $300K in gross margin.
- Cultivated new and existing client relationships to expand volume, revenue and profit.
- Developed unique client solutions and trained team members to exceed expectations.
Staff Performance Manager
The Performance Group
Harrisburg, PA
07.2014 - 03.2017
- Supported staffing and operations for three start-up distribution centers.
- Acted as liaison among upper management, clients, HR, recruiting and employee relations—handling turnover, onboarding, policy creation and safety initiatives.
- Implemented onboarding programs, reduced turnover through retention initiatives, and designed employee handbooks and training protocols.
Project Manager
The Performance Group
03.2012 - 07.2014
- Coordinated national accounts and staffing efforts across multiple sub-vendors.
- Served as primary point of contact for clients and employees for payroll, benefits, safety and compliance matters.
On-Site Staffing Coordinator
The Performance Group
01.2011 - 03.2012
- Supervised ~180 temporary associates at a distribution center.
- Managed recruitment, orientation, placement, coaching, HRIS records and employee relations in partnership with client HR/supervisory functions.
Education
Master of Human Resource Management -
St. Francis University
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Timeline
Business Solutions Manager
Ultimate Staffing
11.2022 - Current
Branch Director
Robert Half
10.2019 - 10.2022
Branch Manager
ProLogistix (EmployBridge)
08.2018 - 10.2019
Business Development Manager
ProLogistix (EmployBridge)
03.2017 - 08.2018
Staff Performance Manager
The Performance Group
07.2014 - 03.2017
Project Manager
The Performance Group
03.2012 - 07.2014
On-Site Staffing Coordinator
The Performance Group
01.2011 - 03.2012
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Master of Human Resource Management -
St. Francis University