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Cheryl E Mckenzie

senior recruiter /sales
Houston,TX

Summary

Executive Recruiter with broad experience in talent acquisition strategies. Demonstrated strengths include identifying top-tier candidates, building relationships, and negotiating offers. Notable for streamlining hiring processes, improving efficiency and enhancing candidate satisfaction in previous roles. Known for ability to influence decision-making at all levels of an organization.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Executive Recruiter

Epic Staffing
Massachusetts , Boston
10.2021 - Current
  • Facilitated recruitment efforts by coordinating hiring and interviewing procedures.
  • Provided guidance on interview questions tailored specifically for each role.
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to understand position requirements and develop job descriptions.
  • Managed the full recruitment cycle from sourcing through onboarding of new hires.
  • Developed relationships with potential candidates and leveraged networks to source passive job seekers.
  • Performed reference checks prior to making an offer of employment.
  • Reviewed resumes and conducted phone screens to assess candidate qualifications.
  • Negotiated salaries, benefits, start dates, relocation packages. for successful candidates.
  • Coordinated interviews between hiring managers and prospective employees.
  • Scheduled meetings with employees to address concerns and grievances.

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Pharmalogics Recruiting/ Epic staffing
Massachusetts , Boston
07.2022 - 03.2024
  • Guided management on strategies for acquiring top talent.
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  • Developed and maintained relationships with hiring managers to understand their talent needs.
  • Reviewed referral candidates and contacted qualified individuals to request applications.
  • Conducted initial phone screens and coordinated interview schedules with hiring managers.
  • Built talent pipeline according to core company values and role requirements.
  • Built and maintained network of potential candidates through market research and relationship management.
  • Informed applicants about job duties, responsibilities, compensation, and benefits.
  • Monitored and analyzed recruitment metrics to identify trends and improve recruitment strategies.

Inside Sales Representative/Inside Sales Manager

Integrate Technology Solutions
Houston
02.2016 - 03.2020
  • Managed a team of 5 inside sales representatives, providing guidance, coaching and training
  • Managed resolution of customer service complaints.
  • Negotiated contracts between customers and vendors while adhering to company policies regarding pricing structures.
  • Scheduled regular team meetings to discuss current projects, provide updates on progress and share best practices. Scheduled walk thoughts
  • Conducted weekly one-on-one meetings with each inside sales representative to review performance and set individual goals.
  • Built sales forecasts and schedules to reflect desired productivity targets.
  • Communicated with repeat customers to build long-term relationships.
  • Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend best products and services.
  • Conducted outbound calls to existing clients to upsell products or services.
  • Upsold and cross-sold products to existing customers to maximize revenue.
  • Produced sales documents, finalized deals and filed records.
  • Took inbound calls on headset, promoting products and services to secure new accounts.
  • Negotiated prices, terms of sale and service agreement to close transactions.

Education

High School Diploma -

Barbara Jordan High School For Careers
Houston
06-1983

Skills

  • Candidate evaluation
  • Competency mapping
  • Executive search
  • Headhunting expertise
  • Job description creation
  • Strategic sourcing
  • Global talent acquisition
  • Recruitment metrics
  • Applicant tracking systems
  • Resume screening Interviewing techniques Cold calling Workday Microsoft office Side by side Coaching

Timeline

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Pharmalogics Recruiting/ Epic staffing
07.2022 - 03.2024

Senior Executive Recruiter

Epic Staffing
10.2021 - Current

Inside Sales Representative/Inside Sales Manager

Integrate Technology Solutions
02.2016 - 03.2020

High School Diploma -

Barbara Jordan High School For Careers
Cheryl E Mckenziesenior recruiter /sales