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Daterrian Purnell

Houston

Summary

Dynamic Talent Acquisition Specialist with a proven track record, excelling in full-cycle recruitment and strategic HR planning. Skilled in negotiation and process improvement, I successfully enhanced client satisfaction and retention rates, while implementing innovative sourcing strategies that attracted top talent and fostered a diverse workforce.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Bar Manager

Crave Restaurant & Lounge
Houston
09.2023 - Current
  • Maintained accurate records of liquor inventory and purchases for budgeting purposes.
  • Complied with health codes, sanitation requirements, and license regulations while streamlining productivity initiatives.
  • Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
  • Planned and coordinated special events to boost customer numbers and profits.
  • Created promotional materials such as flyers or posters to advertise specials or upcoming events.
  • Negotiated purchase agreements with vendors to obtain best pricing on supplies.

Recruiter

Elwood Staffing
Houston
05.2023 - 12.2023
  • Built strong relationships with clients to understand their staffing needs and deliver tailored solutions
  • Negotiated offers between clients and candidates, ensuring successful placements and long-term retention rates
  • Utilized social media platforms, job boards, and networking events for sourcing top talent in diverse industries
  • Develop and execute strategic plans to acquire new clients and expand existing accounts, resulting in a 20% increase in revenue year-over-year
  • Build strong relationships with key decision-makers in client organizations to understand staffing needs and provide tailored solutions
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless delivery of staffing services, maintaining high client satisfaction and retention rates

Recruiter

Korn Ferry
Remote
04.2022 - 05.2023
  • Oversaw sourcing and recruiting of 40+ requisitions for manufacturing, technology, and engineering vacancies
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices in recruitment techniques, improving overall team performance
  • Organized and participated in job fairs to expand the pool of potential candidates for various industries
  • Implemented innovative recruiting strategies, staying ahead of industry trends and attracting top talent to client organizations
  • Spearheaded key employer branding initiatives that increased company visibility among top talent in target markets
  • Championed diversity initiatives within the recruiting process, resulting in a more inclusive workforce for clients

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Lowes
Remote
03.2020 - 04.2022
  • Directed all sourcing efforts for 9 stores, managing 80 – 100 open roles via job boards, search engines, and social media networks
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to determine job requirements and understand departmental needs
  • Evaluated resumes, interviewed, and presented qualified candidates to hiring managers and solicited feedback to refine recruiting strategy
  • Conducted telephone and in-person interviews to assess candidate experience and qualifications
  • Provided regular updates on talent acquisition performance metrics to senior leadership, supporting data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement efforts
  • Developed strong talent pipelines by utilizing various sourcing techniques, including social media, job boards, and networking events

Lead Recruiter

Kelly Connect
Oxford
03.2018 - 03.2020
  • Developed recruitment strategies to achieve required staffing levels for assigned requisitions.
  • Crafted compelling job descriptions to attract qualified candidates.
  • Utilized various sourcing methods including social media, job boards, and networking events.
  • Identified, screened, interviewed, and evaluated potential candidates for open positions.
  • Collaborated with Human Resources team to develop competitive compensation packages for new hires.
  • Maintained candidate pipelines for high-volume roles, ensuring a constant flow of talent.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI
Oxford, MS
05.2021

Skills

  • Full-cycle recruitment and hiring
  • Strategic HR planning
  • Employee relations
  • Talent acquisition and sourcing
  • Organizational development
  • Negotiation skills
  • Benefits administration
  • Talent management
  • Social media strategy
  • Process improvement initiatives
  • Cultural diversity training
  • Project management expertise
  • Applicant tracking systems (ATS)
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Partnership development
  • Employee verification processes
  • HR consulting services
  • Cold calling techniques
  • B2B sales strategies
  • Client relationship management
  • Workday proficiency
  • Sales management skills
  • Customer relationship management (CRM)
  • Organizational skills

Timeline

Bar Manager

Crave Restaurant & Lounge
09.2023 - Current

Recruiter

Elwood Staffing
05.2023 - 12.2023

Recruiter

Korn Ferry
04.2022 - 05.2023

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Lowes
03.2020 - 04.2022

Lead Recruiter

Kelly Connect
03.2018 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI

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