Kristin C. Thomas
Savannah
Summary
Talent Acquisition professional with 10+ years of experience supporting full lifecycle recruiting, high-volume hiring, and workforce planning within retail and operations environments. Proven ability to source, screen, interview, and onboard candidates while partnering with hiring managers to meet business objectives. Experienced in building candidate pipelines, utilizing job boards to attract top talent. Strong background in compliance, employee relations, onboarding, and performance management, with a strategic approach to talent acquisition and organizational growth.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Manager (Talent Acquisition & Hiring Lead)
Carithers Flowers
Marietta, GA
01.2014 - Current
- Managed full lifecycle recruiting for 30+ requisitions, including candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer coordination, and onboarding for virtual and in-person roles.
- Utilized job boards and social media platforms to source active and passive candidates, building and maintaining strong talent pipelines.
- Conducted resume reviews and phone/in-person interviews, ensuring alignment with role qualifications and company culture.
- Maintained and updated candidate records ensuring data accuracy and compliance.
- Facilitated onboarding and orientation programs for 25+ new hires per cycle, ensuring a seamless candidate experience and successful transition.
- Developed and executed strategies to improve employee retention, engagement, and performance outcomes.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with leadership, HR partners, and operations teams to support high-volume hiring needs in a fast-paced environment.
- Managed employee relations, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and exit interviews.
Retail Assistant & Hiring Manager
Ross Dress for Less
Austell, Kennesaw, Alpharetta, GA
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Supported high-volume recruiting and hiring for a workforce of 60+ employees in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Conducted candidate screening, interviews, and hiring decisions in partnership with district and store leadership.
- Partnered with leadership to align staffing plans with business objectives, supporting workforce planning and operational needs.
- Led onboarding and training programs to improve employee readiness, engagement, and retention.
- Conducted performance evaluations and coaching, contributing to talent development and succession planning.
- Ensured compliance with I-9, OSHA, and company policies, maintaining accurate employee records.
- Managed scheduling and labor planning to support operational efficiency and staffing optimization.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GASkills
- Indeed & Job Board Platforms
- PeopleSoft
- Google Workspace & Microsoft Office Suite
- Social Media Sourcing & Recruitment Marketing
CORE COMPETENCIES
- High-Volume Recruiting & Hiring
- Candidate Sourcing (LinkedIn Recruiter, Job Boards)
- Talent Pipeline Development
- Candidate Screening & Interviewing
- Offer Management & Onboarding
- Hiring Manager Partnership
- Workforce Planning & Talent Strategy
- Employee Relations & Engagement
- Performance Management
- Training & Development
Timeline
Sales Manager (Talent Acquisition & Hiring Lead)
Carithers Flowers
01.2014 - Current
Retail Assistant & Hiring Manager
Ross Dress for Less
01.2010 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Georgia Southern University