Kimberly Locke
Norfolk,MA
Summary
Talent acquisition professional with extensive experience in recruiting top talent across diverse industries. Demonstrated ability to efficiently drive hiring processes and foster team collaboration to achieve strategic goals. Recognized for adaptability and reliability, possessing strong skills in candidate assessment and relationship management. Results-oriented achiever with a track record of exceeding targets and driving success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Talent Acquisition Partner
Staples Stores
09.2018 - Current
- Managed the full recruiting life cycle, including sourcing, scheduling, conducting interviews, reference checks, presenting offers, and maintaining recruitment metrics
- Partnered with senior HR staff and business line managers to address staffing challenges and align recruitment strategies with organizational needs across New England and NY/NJ
- Collaborative Partnership: Worked closely with managers to understand departmental needs and provided guidance on recruitment best practices
- Strategic Sourcing: Utilized various recruitment platforms, including Taleo, LinkedIn, and Indeed, to source high-quality candidates
- Employee Relationship Management: Built and maintained strong relationships with business line managers and employees to ensure recruitment goals were met and processes were optimized
- Promoted increased focus on internal talent mobility and emerging talent across organization.
- Market Expertise: Leveraged in-depth internet recruiting strategies to attract top talent and market job opportunities effectively
- Implemented data-driven decision-making practices, utilizing applicant tracking systems and reporting tools to analyze recruitment metrics.
Owner
Constitution Advertising Inc.
01.1995 - Current
- Company Overview: Ad Specialties and Promotional Company – selling premium items to both Business Owners and Consumers
- Working with suppliers globally to create custom marketing programs for clients
- Working with individuals to help promote their businesses and put together items for employee retention, tradeshow giveaways, company outings and client gift giving programs
- Responsible for hiring, training, and performance reviews of all commissioned sales reps
- Ad Specialties and Promotional Company – selling premium items to both Business Owners and Consumers
Business Development Manager
Hollister Staffing
08.2016 - 09.2018
- Focused on driving new business growth by identifying and researching potential clients and building strong relationships with key decision-makers
- Utilized strategic selling techniques to understand the client's needs, market dynamics, and future growth projections to develop tailored solutions
- New Business Development: Researched prospects and developed new accounts by understanding client needs, industry trends, and upcoming projects
- Client Relationship Management: Built and nurtured relationships with both new and existing clients, identifying opportunities for business expansion and ensuring ongoing success by staying closely aligned with client needs
- Collaboration with Recruiters: Partnered with recruiting teams to fulfill client requisitions, acting as the primary point of contact to communicate client needs and requirements effectively
- Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decisionmakers.
- Facilitated regular communication with clients to ensure their needs were met, fostering long-lasting relationships built on trust and mutual respect.
Regional Field Recruiter
Papa Ginos / D’Angelos
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Responsible for sourcing and recruiting candidates for Managers in Training (M.I.T.) and General Manager positions using a variety of recruitment tools and channels, including online job boards, resume databases, career fairs, radio campaigns, newspaper ads, employment agencies, and college recruiting programs
- Candidate Sourcing & Screening: Utilized diverse recruitment methods to attract qualified candidates, including job postings, resume searches, and direct outreach
- Screened and interviewed M.I.T
- Applicants to assess qualifications
- Interview Coordination: Coordinated second and third-round interviews with Area Managers and Regional Vice Presidents, ensuring a smooth and timely interview process
- Background & Reference Checks: Managed reference checks and background investigations, partnering with external agencies to ensure thorough vetting of candidates
- Program Management: Oversaw the Management Referral Program, ensuring candidates were referred appropriately and followed up on as needed
- College & Job Fair Recruiting: Represented the company at college career fairs and other job fairs, and collaborated with college placement offices to post job openings and recruit new talent
- Enhanced employer branding by developing and implementing targeted recruitment marketing strategies.
Recruiter
Sterling Office Services
01.1992 - 01.1995
- Company Overview: Staffing/Employment Agencies
- Provided recruitment and employment, personnel records, employee and/or labor relations, job evaluation, compensation management, benefits administration, organization development and training
- Worked with companies to place both temporary and permanent positions within their organizations
- Supported recruiting coordination including; scheduling, background checks, reference checks, offer letters, interviewing
- Worked with agencies to call out job requirements that can't be filled internally and act as the point of contact throughout the process
- Conducted full cycle, hi-volume recruitment
- Staffing/Employment Agencies
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources
New Hampshire College
Manchester, NH05.1989
Associate of Science - Fashion Marketing
New Hampshire College
Manchester, NH05.1987
Timeline
Senior Talent Acquisition Partner
Staples Stores
09.2018 - Current
Business Development Manager
Hollister Staffing
08.2016 - 09.2018
Regional Field Recruiter
Papa Ginos / D’Angelos
01.2014 - 01.2016
Owner
Constitution Advertising Inc.
01.1995 - Current
Recruiter
Sterling Office Services
01.1992 - 01.1995
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources
New Hampshire College
Associate of Science - Fashion Marketing
New Hampshire College
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