Deanna Wood
New Lenox,IL
Summary
Experienced with recruitment strategy development and team leadership in high-paced environments. Utilizes strategic planning to streamline talent acquisition processes and enhance candidate experience. Track record of building strong, cohesive teams that align with organizational goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Recruitment Supervisor
Aldi
Aurora, IL
08.2022 - Current
- Oversaw recruitment processes, ensuring alignment with company values and operational needs.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance candidate sourcing and engagement efforts.
- Mentored recruitment team of 13, fostering skills development and improving hiring outcomes.
- Analyzed recruitment metrics to identify areas for process improvement and efficiency gains.
- Conducted market research to stay informed on industry trends and competitive hiring practices.
- Streamlined communication between HR team members, hiring managers, and candidates to ensure timely updates on application status.
- Evaluated effectiveness of existing recruitment channels, identifying areas for improvement or expansion to reach a broader audience.
- Reduced time-to-fill rates by 46% for open positions by proactively sourcing and pre-screening candidates.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering professional growth and enhancing team capabilities.
- Established key performance indicators to measure success and track progress against strategic goals.
Regional Operations Manager
Crown Services Inc
Villa Park, IL
06.2011 - 08.2022
- Oversaw all HR needs for 25-employee operation across 5 Chicagoland locations.
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to enhance efficiency across regional branches.
- Led cross-functional teams in executing successful regional initiatives, improving service delivery standards.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided mentorship to staff, fostering professional growth and team cohesion.
- Analyzed operational data to identify trends, driving strategic improvements and informed decision-making.
- Coordinated with other regional managers to share best practices, streamline processes, and improve overall organizational effectiveness.
- Collaborated with sales teams to develop strategies for increasing market share and revenue growth.
- Managed budgets and financial reporting for the region, providing accurate forecasts and identifying areas for potential savings.
Education
Certificate - undefined
Colorado Technical University
01.2019
High school diploma or GED - undefined
Penn Foster Career School
Foster, PASkills
- Team leadership
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Staff training and development
- Performance metrics analysis
- Applicant tracking systems
- Talent pipeline development
- Data-driven decision making
- Interviewing skills
- Recruitment strategies
- Cross-functional coordination
Links
http://www.linkedin.com/in/DeannaWood1
Timeline
Recruitment Supervisor
Aldi
08.2022 - Current
Regional Operations Manager
Crown Services Inc
06.2011 - 08.2022
Certificate - undefined
Colorado Technical University
High school diploma or GED - undefined
Penn Foster Career School