DeShawn N. Wiggins
Savannah,GA
Summary
Strategic Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist with over 7 years of experience in high-volume recruitment, workforce planning, and process optimization. Adept at sourcing and hiring top talent in diverse industries, including manufacturing, retail, and finance. Skilled in leveraging data analytics, building strong stakeholder relationships, and leading recruiting initiatives that align with organizational goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Acquisition Representative
Elite Staffing | Reynolds Consumer Products
Chicago, IL
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Reduced turnover by 10% across five manufacturing plants by aligning recruitment strategies with business needs
- Achieved a 95% compliance rate in recruitment processes using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
- Sourced and onboarded over 300 candidates annually, enhancing workplace cohesion through strong stakeholder relationships
- Delivered operational improvements by developing recruitment plans tailored to high-demand environments
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Kforce Global Solutions| American Family Insurance
Atlanta, GA
11.2021 - 12.2022
- Reduced average time-to-fill by 5 days through data analytics and optimized sourcing strategies
- Successfully hired over 200 employees within six months, exceeding organizational targets
- Improved candidate engagement metrics by 20% through personalized communication strategies
- Partnered with hiring managers to develop workforce plans, compensation frameworks, and retention strategies
Corporate Recruiter
Randstad Sourceright | Wells Fargo
Atlanta, GA
10.2020 - 02.2022
- Drove hiring initiatives for 10+ departments, achieving a 92% retention rate for new hires
- Spearheaded innovative sourcing campaigns, increasing candidate pipeline quality by 30%
- Conducted offer negotiations, achieving a 98% acceptance rate by aligning offers with organizational culture
- Exceeded quarterly hiring targets by 15% through strategic recruitment planning
Recruiter
Integrity Staffing Solutions
Tampa, FL
08.2018 - 02.2020
- Developed an internal opportunity posting system, increasing internal mobility applications by 25%
- Designed and implemented tailored training programs, improving client satisfaction scores by 15%
- Conducted 500+ interviews annually, maintaining a 90% hiring manager satisfaction rate
- Enhanced onboarding processes, reducing new hire attrition by 12%
Human Resources Specialist
United Parcel Service (UPS)
Roswell, GA
07.2015 - 07.2018
- Coordinated recruitment and onboarding for 1,000+ hires, ensuring a seamless integration process
- Improved HR data accuracy by 20% through optimized HRIS usage and reporting practices
- Streamlined background check processes, reducing completion times by 25%
- Delivered training initiatives resulted in a 15% increase in employee satisfaction scores
Human Resources Generalist
Robert Half Management Resources| Dekra Automotive
Marietta, GA
01.2014 - 06.2015
- Maintained 100% compliance with labor laws and HR policies during audits
- Reduced turnover by 18% through targeted engagement and retention programs
- Conducted 200+ exit interviews, providing actionable insights to leadership for process improvement
- Improved personnel activity reporting accuracy by implementing automated data collection methods
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Business Administration
Purdue University Global
Indianapolis, IN01-2017
Bachelor of Science - Hotel Management
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA01-2000
Skills
- End-to-End Recruitment Expertise
- Data-Driven Recruitment Strategies
- High-volume recruitment Expertise
- Strategic Workforce Compliance
- ATS Proficiency: iCIMS, Workday, Luceo
- Stakeholder Relationship Management
- Workflow Optimization
- Effective Team Collaboration
- Talent Evaluation Proficiency
- Workplace Engagement Strategies
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Representative
Elite Staffing | Reynolds Consumer Products
01.2023 - 12.2024
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Kforce Global Solutions| American Family Insurance
11.2021 - 12.2022
Corporate Recruiter
Randstad Sourceright | Wells Fargo
10.2020 - 02.2022
Recruiter
Integrity Staffing Solutions
08.2018 - 02.2020
Human Resources Specialist
United Parcel Service (UPS)
07.2015 - 07.2018
Human Resources Generalist
Robert Half Management Resources| Dekra Automotive
01.2014 - 06.2015
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Business Administration
Purdue University Global
Bachelor of Science - Hotel Management
Georgia Southern University
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