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ELLIOTT R. JORDAN

Recruiting/Training Professional
Pearland,TX
ELLIOTT R. JORDAN

Summary

Professional in talent acquisition, training and management. Known for driving results through effective recruitment strategies and team collaboration. Strong skills in candidate sourcing, interviewing, and on-boarding. Adaptable, reliable, and focused on aligning talent with organizational goals.

Overview

21
years of professional experience

Work History

Cellular Sales Inc.

Recruiting and Training Manager
01.2011 - Current

Job overview

  • Reviewed resumes and employment applications and interviewed applicants to evaluate work history and other qualifications
  • Current face of the company, featured in recruiting videos for new candidates nationwide
  • Promoted from the sales floor to Recruiting and Training Manager within fourteen months
  • Currently recognized as a Senior National Recruiting Specialist for Cellular Sales, sharing successful recruiting strategies with other markets and regions
  • Designed in market training and ninety day mentor program resulting in Houston market new hires being amongst the most profitable new hires in the company
  • Responsible for shift in recruiting and training strategies increasing our dealers per door from 4.2 to 8
  • Supervised recruiting efforts to expand from nine stores to thirty two stores
  • Created new paths to leadership through training and mentor program
  • Installed monthly workshop series allowing seasoned sales reps to share their sales knowledge and tips
  • Reached hiring goals consistently through effective collaboration with hiring managers and clear communication of requirements.

Office Max

District Training Sales Manager
01.2006 - 01.2010

Job overview

  • Responsible for recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training and supervising staff of thirty plus employees
  • Consistently kept store within top 3 out of 437 stores nationwide in key metrics such as store profitability, positive reviews, credit card signups and business accounts
  • Trained all incoming Sales Managers for the Houston area consisting of thirty three locations
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.

InterActive Theater

Marketing Director
01.2004 - 01.2006

Job overview

  • Rapidly advanced from actor to Touring Unit Manager to Marketing Director within 12 months
  • Developed comprehensive marketing plans in alignment with overall business goals and objectives.
  • Launched innovative strategies fostering 50% increase in client referrals and 30% rise in repeat business
  • Introduced grants, enhancing company budget by $75,000

Education

Sam Houston State University

Bachelors from Theater, Minor in Marketing

Skills

  • Communication
  • Employee Training and Development
  • Written and oral communication
  • Leadership
  • Customer Service
  • Analytical
  • Critical Thinking
  • Time-management
  • New hire on-boarding
  • Program optimization
  • New employee training
  • Coaching and mentoring

Community Service

Cellular Sales Houston Market Community Service Coordinator from 2012 to Present. Community service partnerships include: 

  • Multiple projects with Houston area Habitat for Humanity
  • Multiple events with Houston Food Bank
  • Annual Toys for Tots toy drive with toys collected inside of our locations and donated to various Houston area organizations

Disclaimer

It is my ongoing mission to create a work environment that is profitable, productive, inspiring and efficient, filled with excited, knowledgeable, well trained, highly ethical professionals. Eighteen years of experience managing recruiting and training with Cellular Sales Inc. and Office Max has taught me valuable lessons in what to look for in a professional and what it takes for them to succeed. I’ve also had the unique opportunity to watch and play a major role in building a market from the ground floor to one of the top markets in the company. I’m thankful for the experience I've received and I’m excited about expanding my industry knowledge while using my experience to add value in my next opportunity.  As a team player, I am collaborative with peers and search for ways to integrate valuable insights. Through these qualities, I have confidence in my ability to facilitate positive change and collective effort. For a greater illustration of my background and qualifications, please review my enclosed resume. I am eager to speak about opportunities to lead with your organization and thoroughly appreciate your consideration.

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Accomplishments

  • Trained over 15 hiring managers on interviewing techniques, hiring processes and onboarding.
  • Successfully restructured and implemented in-house and external signature training series.
  • Supervised team of 30+ staff members.

Interests

Acting, directing, writing, reading, chess, basketball, bowling, reviewing movies

Timeline

Recruiting and Training Manager

Cellular Sales Inc.
01.2011 - Current

District Training Sales Manager

Office Max
01.2006 - 01.2010

Marketing Director

InterActive Theater
01.2004 - 01.2006

Sam Houston State University

Bachelors from Theater, Minor in Marketing
ELLIOTT R. JORDANRecruiting/Training Professional