LAYTOYA ANDERSON
Alpharetta
Summary
People-focused recruiting professional and Assistant Showroom Manager with 5+ years of experience in corporate and retail environments, specializing in full-cycle recruiting, talent acquisition, and candidate experience. Proven track record in sourcing, pipeline management, onboarding, and compliance while supporting sales and leasing performance. Skilled at partnering with leadership to assess staffing needs, execute hiring plans, and attract top talent, delivering measurable results. Strong communicator committed to inclusive, values-driven practices aligned with high-growth organizations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Showroom Manager
Lovesac
Alpharetta
01.2023 - Current
- Supported recruiting and talent acquisition for showroom associate roles, including sourcing candidates, resume review, phone and in-person interviews, and hiring recommendations.
- Partnered with showroom leadership to assess staffing needs, execute hiring plans, and build a strong talent pipeline for seasonal and permanent roles.
- Delivered an exceptional candidate experience from first contact through onboarding, ensuring alignment with company culture and values.
- Conducted structured interviews and provided hiring feedback to ensure compliance and selection of high-performing talent.
- Coached associates on sales, leasing, and customer engagement strategies, improving showroom conversion rates and driving revenue growth.
- Managed workforce planning and scheduling based on traffic trends, sales goals, and seasonal demand.
- Led onboarding and training initiatives, ensuring associates were equipped for success in both people and sales operations.
- Balanced responsibilities in recruiting, talent management, and revenue-driving sales execution in a fast-paced retail environment.
Talent Acquisition & Recruiting Lead
Premier Martial Arts
Atlanta
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Led full-cycle recruiting for corporate, sales, marketing, and operations positions in a high-growth environment.
- Created and posted job descriptions, reviewed applications, conducted phone and structured interviews, and made hiring recommendations.
- Built and maintained candidate pipelines to support both immediate and future hiring needs.
- Partnered with leadership to assess staffing priorities, workforce planning, and succession needs.
- Delivered onboarding and training programs to accelerate new hire performance and retention.
- Ensured compliance with hiring policies and reporting requirements, maintaining accurate ATS records.
- Coordinated and participated in recruitment events, job fairs, and community outreach to attract diverse talent.
Recruiting & People Operations Coordinator
Professional Photographers of America
Atlanta
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Supported full-cycle recruiting for corporate and member-facing roles, including sourcing, interviewing, and candidate selection.
- Coordinated candidate communications, interview scheduling, and onboarding logistics to ensure a seamless experience.
- Maintained ATS/CRM data to ensure compliance and accurate recruiting metrics reporting.
- Partnered with leadership to assess staffing needs and build talent pipelines for short- and long-term hiring.
- Assisted with process improvements related to recruiting, onboarding, and people operations.
- Represented the organization at career fairs and recruitment events to strengthen employer branding and attract top talent.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational & Professional Communication, Asian Studies (Japanese Focus)
Kennesaw State University
Skills
- Talent acquisition
- Training and onboarding
- Customer relationship management
- Onboarding process
- Talent pipeline management
Core Skills
Recruiting, Talent Acquisition, Full-Cycle Recruiting, Corporate Recruiting, Retail Recruiting, Candidate Sourcing, Employer Branding, Interviewing, Hiring Manager Partnership, ATS, Candidate Experience, Job Postings, Pipeline Management, Interview Scheduling, Onboarding, Recruiting Metrics, Compliance, Recruitment Events, Career Fairs, Sales Leadership, Leasing Performance, Customer Engagement, Showroom Operations, Team Coaching, Retail Management, Performance Metrics, Workforce Planning, Conversion Optimization
Timeline
Assistant Showroom Manager
Lovesac
01.2023 - Current
Talent Acquisition & Recruiting Lead
Premier Martial Arts
01.2019 - 01.2021
Recruiting & People Operations Coordinator
Professional Photographers of America
01.2017 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational & Professional Communication, Asian Studies (Japanese Focus)
Kennesaw State University