Kyle Hughes
Ferndale,MI
Summary
Experienced Technical Recruiter with 6+ years of proven expertise in sourcing, talent management, and talent acquisition. Recognized for developing and implementing effective strategies resulting in an 18% reduction in time-to-fill. Adept at utilizing data-driven insights to optimize recruitment processes and achieve optimal outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Acquisition Partner/Recruiter
Forcepoint
07.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: Forcepoint is a cybersecurity company that develops software solutions to protect data, networks, and users from security threats, offering products like data protection, cloud access security brokers, firewalls, and cross-domain solutions
- Manage the entire recruiting cycle, from candidate engagement, assessment of candidate suitability and fit, managing the interview process, and closing/negotiating the offers, with a focus on GTM (SrSales Engineers, Enterprise Account Managers, Business Development Reps, Category Managers, Buyers, Product Managers), and Information Technology roles (e.g., Network Architects, Principal Data Architects, Site Reliability Engineers, SrCloud FinOps Engineer, Security Incident Response Engineers) in EMEA, USA
- Maintained accurate records in the applicant tracking system, using Workday
- Tracked key metrics such as time-to-fill rate, source effectiveness, and cost per hire.
- Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
- Partnered with HR teams to ensure the onboarding process is completed effectively
- Established consistent language and methodology for talent discussions, development, and succession.
Recruiter
Paraform, RecruitNRefer
05.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: Open-source recruitment agency
- Ongoing use of recruitment skills through open-source 3rd party companies
- Open-source recruitment agency
Technical TA Partner
E Technologies Group
11.2022 - 02.2024
- Company Overview: E Tech Group, one of the nation’s leading automation system integrators, announces a strategic investment with Graham Partners, a private equity firm focused on technology and advanced manufacturing
- Improved hiring efficiency with an 18% reduction in time-to-fill by revamping interview procedures and utilizing data-driven candidate feedback, resulting in a more streamlined recruitment process
- Improved hiring process by 50% through leveraging data-driven candidate feedback, resulting in expedited recruitment for life sciences division
- Efficiently utilized new tools and assessment frameworks to evaluate 100+ candidates, resulting in an 18% increase in hiring speed and improved candidate quality
- Successfully coordinated the hiring plan for 15 technical automation roles, meeting budget and scope expectations, resulting in a 25% increase in team productivity within 6 months
- E Tech Group, one of the nation’s leading automation system integrators, announces a strategic investment with Graham Partners, a private equity firm focused on technology and advanced manufacturing
Technical Sourcing Recruiter
Amazon
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Efficiently sourced and hired a diverse pool of Technical Talent in SDLC, leading to a 12% improvement in team diversity and innovation
- Mentored and developed a new team of technical sourcers and enhanced operational efficiency using Quip and other in-house recruiting products
- Successfully reengaged 500 previously rejected candidates for the Alexa and Devices team
- Streamlined interview process, reducing time-to-fill by 25%
- Enhanced team morale and retention rates
- Received Above and Beyond accolade from the Hiring team for bringing 15 new technical talents to the Alexa and Devices boomerang project, showcasing dedication to the Amazon Leadership Principles
Technical Recruiter/ Account Manager
Randstad Technologies (Randstad Digital)
11.2020 - 01.2022
- Company Overview: Randstad is a $25.3 billion global leader in the HR services industry and the largest staffing organization in the world
- Generated $76,638 in added revenue for the division by establishing a profitable new business partnership and swiftly placing 14 out of 15 professionals in under 2 months, contributing to increased departmental success and client satisfaction
- Solicited 100 qualified leads, resulting in a 30% increase in scheduled appointments and a substantial impact on the sales pipeline
- Forged strategic partnerships with Midwest managers, resulting in a 15% boost in candidate retention and client referrals
- Randstad is a $25.3 billion global leader in the HR services industry and the largest staffing organization in the world
IT/Business Recruiter
Epitec
01.2019 - 04.2020
- Company Overview: A premier IT, engineering, and professional staffing company providing contracts, contract to hire, and direct hire talent across North America
- Achieved 123% placement goal in 2019, resulting in President's Club award and ranking in the top 10% of 93 reps, contributing to outstanding business outcomes
- Consistently achieved 30% higher KPIs and metrics each month, resulting in a 15% increase in billed performance for the team
- Implemented a successful pilot program that resulted in a 22% increase in RNs transitioning to case management roles
- Diversified Epitec's service offerings and met growing client demand
- Successfully recruited and deployed top talent in SDLC roles, including Software Engineers, Database Architects, and Business Analysts
- This resulted in a 25% increase in team productivity and overall business success
- A premier IT, engineering, and professional staffing company providing contracts, contract to hire, and direct hire talent across North America
Education
BBA -
University of Michigan, Flint
Flint, MI12-2018
Skills
- Diversity and inclusion initiatives
- Strategic sourcing
- Compensation analysis
- Employee retention strategies
- Workforce planning
- Applicant tracking
- AMazonHire, Angel List, Beamery, Greenhouse, iCiMs, LinkedIn Recruiter
- Google X-ray, Quip, WellFound, HackerRank
Websites
Accomplishments
Above And Beyond Award • 07/2022 Amazon- Alexa and Devices
President’s Club Award • 12/2019 Epitec
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Partner/Recruiter
Forcepoint
07.2023 - Current
Recruiter
Paraform, RecruitNRefer
05.2023 - Current
Technical TA Partner
E Technologies Group
11.2022 - 02.2024
Technical Sourcing Recruiter
Amazon
01.2022 - 11.2022
Technical Recruiter/ Account Manager
Randstad Technologies (Randstad Digital)
11.2020 - 01.2022
IT/Business Recruiter
Epitec
01.2019 - 04.2020
BBA -
University of Michigan, Flint
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