Jennifer Duddy
Easton,PA
Summary
Knowledgeable Recruiter with history of staffing teams for multiple industries and experience levels with quality employees. Leverages wide-ranging sourcing methods, interviewing techniques and offers negotiations to meet diverse client needs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Recruiter
Global Employment USA
07.2023 - Current
- Enhanced client satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality candidates in a timely manner.
- Discussed contracts, benefits packages and executive compensation facets with new hires.
- Built an extensive network of industry connections, increasing the availability of top-tier candidates.
- Maintained comprehensive knowledge of market trends and industry developments, providing valuable insights to clients.
- Maintained relationships with technical professionals to gain industry knowledge and obtain referrals.
- Utilized advanced research techniques and tools to identify passive candidates who met specific client requirements.
- Cultivated a positive reputation among industry peers through excellent communication skills and consistent follow-up efforts.
- Implemented targeted sourcing strategies for hard-to-fill positions, resulting in successful placements.
- Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
Staffing Manager
PeopleShare
11.2021 - 07.2023
- Increased market presence by attending industry conferences, networking events, and career fairs to establish new business partnerships and recruit top talent.
- Conducted comprehensive candidate interviews to assess skills, qualifications, and cultural fit for each role, leading to higher employee retention rates.
- Developed targeted recruiting plans for hard-to-fill positions, resulting in successful placements within tight deadlines.
- Managed a team of recruiters, providing coaching and development opportunities to improve overall performance and productivity.
- Established strong rapport with colleges, universities, and trade schools to facilitate mutually beneficial partnerships that promoted talent acquisition initiatives within targeted demographics.
- Provided exceptional customer service to both clients and candidates throughout the entire placement process by maintaining timely communication channels at all stages of engagement.
- Coordinated diverse temporary staffing assignments, ensuring seamless onboarding and integration processes for new hires.
- Enhanced client satisfaction and retention through consistent delivery of high-quality candidates for open positions.
- Optimized job postings for maximum visibility on various job boards, social media platforms, and professional networks.
- Partnered with hiring managers to identify workforce needs and develop customized staffing solutions.
Store Sales Manager
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc
06.2011 - 10.2021
- Maintained ethical and positive working environment to reduce turnover and promote high retention rates.
- Organized regular sales meetings to review progress, share best practices, and set achievable targets for continued success.
- Achieved established KPI for company, regional team and individual performance through teamwork and focus on customers.
- Maintained financial controls, planned business operations and control expenses while identifying and pursuing opportunities to grow business operations and boost profits.
- Implemented new promotional campaigns to drive foot traffic and improve overall revenue growth.
- Analyzed sales data regularly to identify trends and adjust strategies as needed to capitalize on opportunities or address challenges.
- Coached and promoted high-achieving sales and account management employees to fill leadership positions with qualified staff and boost company growth.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Collaborated with other departments in-store events planning, driving cross-functional success and increased customer engagement.
- Compiled and analyzed data to determine approaches to improve sales and performance.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Oversaw regular inventory audits identifying discrepancies taking corrective actions where necessary.
- Managed day-to-day staffing and handled scheduling for all store employees.
- Implemented loss prevention measures effectively reducing shrinkage rates within the store environment.
- Conducted regular competitor analysis staying updated on industry trends adapting pricing strategies accordingly.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Northampton Community College
Bethlehem, PA05.2000
Skills
- Training and mentoring
- Personnel Management
- Client Development
- Strategic Sourcing
- Contract Negotiation
- Strategic Planning
- Candidate and client relations
- Process Improvement
Timeline
Executive Recruiter
Global Employment USA
07.2023 - Current
Staffing Manager
PeopleShare
11.2021 - 07.2023
Store Sales Manager
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc
06.2011 - 10.2021
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Northampton Community College