Lead and manage a geographically dispersed team of 6 recruiters across the Midwest, providing coaching, performance feedback, and professional development support.
Collaborate with business stakeholders and HR partners to define and align early talent hiring goals, workforce plans, and diversity objectives.
Monitor and report on key recruiting metrics such as time-to-submit, days-to-offer, and candidate pipeline health; deliver insights to executive leadership and district managers.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline recruiting workflows, enhance candidate experience, and reduce time-to-fill.
Partner with universities, career services, and student organizations to build strong early talent pipelines and promote employer brand visibility.
Oversee the execution of internship and early career programs, ensuring alignment with academic calendars and business needs.
Facilitate recruiter training on sourcing strategies, behavioral interviewing, and compliance with hiring policies and regulations.
Lead strategic projects focused on automation, simplification, and data-driven decision-making within the talent acquisition function.
Serve as a subject matter expert on early talent trends, market intelligence, and best practices in campus and entry-level hiring.
HR Generalist
Sherwin-Williams
06.2022 - 07.2024
Served as an employee advocate and business partner by driving HR strategies
Ensured data integrity of HR systems including Kronos, HR Cloud, and Tableau
Partnered with the Talent Acquisition COE throughout the recruitment and onboarding process
Lead the Recruitment Ambassador Network
Provided general HR assistance related to benefits, LOA, location of resources, and exit surveys
Lead early talent engagement initiatives while promoting a One Sherwin culture
Promoted and maintained positive employee relations in a safe and productive work environment
Supported investigation of employee relations issues
Facilitated training to the field in multiple areas including open enrollment, performance, appraisals, and inclusion diversity and equity
Provide data for Affirmative Action activities and ensure compliance
Lead Recruitment Specialist
Sherwin-Williams
02.2021 - 06.2022
Collaborated with site HR and management teams to source, screen and disposition applicants for hard to fill hourly openings
Managed hourly recruitment coordinator
Provided daily maintenance of the job posting system, including req approval to assure reqs are accurate and compliant
Coordinated site or community recruitment and hiring events to support site hourly staffing
Provided metrics and reports relative to hourly hiring activity for HR Directors, and other GSC leadership
Established multiple marketing and advertising projects with vendors to increase applicant flow and grow brand awareness
Recruitment Specialist
Sherwin-Williams
12.2019 - 02.2021
Partnered with Division and Region HR Leadership to effectively allocate support to field HR
Coordinated and lead site/community hiring events to support site hourly hiring at SW Distribution Service Centers, as well as manufacturing locations across the country
Educated site HR teams on recruitment strategies and support recruitment marketing to the field
Managed the creation of job requisitions in the applicant tracking system in a timely manner
Provided metrics relative to NA Ops hourly hiring activity to leadership as needed
Assist Site HR with recruiting activities for hard to fill positions
HR Coordinator
Sherwin-Williams
04.2019 - 12.2019
Managed the full life cycle recruitment for assigned departments, including the input and initiation of requisitions, candidate workflow, interviewing, scheduling, and offer generation
Pro-actively sourced candidates through various platforms.
Conducted the weekly HQ Orientation presentation for new hires.
Processed Weekly i-9 documentation.
Corporate Recruiter
Global Technical Recruiters
04.2018 - 04.2019
Worked directly with the Director of Corporate Recruiting to develop recruiting and staffing strategies in order to exceed expectations.
Attended various University Career fairs to educate and recruit top talent
Conducted interviews with candidates and explained requirements, duties, and responsibilities for open internal positions.
Conduct new hire and benefits orientation programs
Developed multiple activities and large scale events to promote a strong company culture
Assisted in employee relations activities
Conducted 30 60 and 90 day reviews with new hires
Attended various University Career fairs to recruit top talent.
Corporate Sourcing Specialist
Global Technical Recruiters
01.2018 - 04.2018
Sourced top candidate by utilizing various methods such as internet posting, online searches, networking, and referrals.
Thoroughly evaluate candidates to check qualifications against job requirements.
Built job descriptions to attract top talent.
Manage social media outlets and to develop strategies for maximizing GTR exposure.
Assisted Corporate Recruiter in identifying and preparing candidates for job assignments.
Created Marketing plans and utilizing social media to raise brand awareness