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Maria Pierce

Maria Pierce

Port Saint Lucie,FL

Summary

Results-driven staffing and recruiting professional with 16 years of experience in full desk operations, B2B sales, and talent acquisition. Expertise in sourcing, screening, and placing candidates across diverse industries, including administrative, construction, healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, sales, and executive roles. Known for building strong relationships with both clients and candidates, consistently exceeding expectations, and empowering individuals to achieve their career goals. Passionate about creating tailored staffing solutions and delivering high-quality service that aligns with both client and candidate needs.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Account Manager

Construction Mechanics Inc.
08.2024 - Current
  • Managed full desk recruiting for construction skilled trades roles, including sourcing, screening, and interviewing candidates for temporary and temp-to-hire placements.
  • Developed new client relationships and maintained ongoing partnerships, aligning staffing solutions with client needs for temporary and contract positions.
  • Conducted negotiations and facilitated contracts for temporary and temp-to-hire placements, ensuring smooth client and candidate transitions.
  • Assisted with office payroll and various administrative duties, streamlining processes and reducing payroll errors, ensuring the smooth operation of staffing and recruitment functions for 200+ employees.

Business Solutions Manager

Ultimate Staffing
03.2022 - 08.2024
  • Provided staffing solutions for temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire placements across multiple sectors, aligning with client needs and business objectives.
  • Led full-cycle recruitment activities, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and coordinating placements, to successfully match top candidates with job opportunities.
  • Guided candidates through career advancement, providing coaching and insights to promote long-term success and professional growth.
  • Generated new business opportunities through proactive outreach, networking, making 30+ sales calls daily, and holding 4+ client meetings weekly, contributing to a 50% growth in temporary business and increased company revenue.

Senior Business Development Manager & Human Resources Consultant (Contract)

Naztec Staffing
10.2022 - 03.2023
  • Led the establishment and growth of a startup staffing firm, achieving profitability within 5 months.
  • Revamped marketing strategies, website, and collateral to boost brand visibility and client engagement.
  • Expanded the workforce to 80-100 working candidates weekly through targeted recruitment efforts.
  • Negotiated contracts, streamlined payroll systems, and secured key partnerships with job platforms.

Territory Sales Manager & Recruiter

Construction Mechanics Inc.
10.2018 - 03.2022
  • Spearheaded recruitment efforts, successfully expanding the candidate pool to over 300 construction-skilled trade professionals across Florida.
  • Developed new business opportunities and established relationships with clients, driving growth for the Florida region.
  • Managed full desk recruiting, including sourcing, screening, and placing candidates in a variety of construction trades.
  • Assisted with payroll and operational tasks, ensuring seamless day-to-day business operations for the Florida branch.

Field Sales Representative & Recruiter

Tradesmen International
02.2016 - 10.2018
  • Developed new business and maintained strong client relationships, focusing on skilled construction trades placements, boosting revenue by 25%.
  • Managed end-to-end recruitment for construction skilled trades roles, ensuring high-quality talent matches and job order fulfillment.
  • Conducted weekly meetings and high-volume client calls, resulting in the signing of 4+ new clients monthly and expanding the company’s footprint in the construction industry.
  • Assisted with payroll and HR-related tasks, ensuring smooth operations and compliance with industry standards, processing payroll for 200+ employees each pay period.

Quality Assurance Manager

Kelly
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Trained and coached 40 employees weekly, enhancing performance and ensuring adherence to quality standards, resulting in a 15% improvement in overall team productivity.
  • Developed and implemented call/email monitoring formats to improve service delivery and maintain high standards.
  • Monitored team and individual performance metrics, contributing to ongoing improvement initiatives that enhanced overall efficiency.
  • Participated in customer listening programs, gathering feedback to optimize customer experience and increase satisfaction.

Recruiter

All Florida Staffing Inc
01.2010 - 01.2014
  • Drove business development and recruitment efforts, growing the workforce from a handful of candidates to over 200 weekly-billed employees, primarily serving electrical clients.
  • Managed full-cycle recruitment processes, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, skills testing, drug screening, onboarding, and job postings, ensuring successful placements.
  • Developed and nurtured strong client relationships, aligning staffing solutions with project demands and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction.
  • Oversaw office administration and payroll functions, ensuring smooth operations and compliance with payroll standards for a growing workforce.

Recruiting Manager: Workers Compensation

Stops Inc
01.2008 - 01.2010
  • Led recruitment initiatives for the interpreting and transportation divisions, sourcing and hiring over 30 top-tier candidates monthly to meet client demands.
  • Managed scheduling for transportation and interpretation services, coordinating over 100 appointments weekly while maintaining accurate records for seamless operations.
  • Streamlined operational processes to ensure prompt payment processing, reducing delays by 20% and improving client satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with clients to gather feedback, using insights to refine recruitment and service processes, resulting in a 15% increase in client retention.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Human Resource Management

Eastern Florida State College, Melbourne, FL
01-2021
  • Dean's List
  • Sigma Beta Delta (SBD) Business Student Honor Society
  • GPA: 3.60

Associate of Arts in Business Administration - Business Administration And Management

Somerset Community College, Somerset, KY
01.2015
  • Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
  • President's List & Dean's List
  • GPA: 4.0

Skills

  • Full-Desk Recruiting (Recruitment & Sales)
  • Candidate Sourcing & Screening
  • Interviewing & Onboarding
  • Job Order Management
  • Business Development & Lead Generation
  • B2B Sales & Account Management
  • Negotiation & Closing Sales
  • Cold Calling & Client Outreach

Key Qualifications

  • 16 years of experience in full desk staffing, including B2B sales, recruitment, and talent acquisition across multiple industries
  • Strong ability to build and maintain client relationships, consistently exceeding expectations
  • Expertise in sourcing, screening, interviewing, and placing candidates for diverse roles
  • Proficient in CRM and ATS systems, including Avionte, Bullhorn, Salesforce, iCIMS, and Staff Suite
  • Experienced with job boards and platforms such as Indeed, ZipRecruiter, Monster, CareerBuilder, LinkedIn, and Broadbean
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and skilled in managing fast-paced, high-volume recruitment processes

Timeline

Senior Account Manager - Construction Mechanics Inc.
08.2024 - Current
Senior Business Development Manager & Human Resources Consultant (Contract) - Naztec Staffing
10.2022 - 03.2023
Business Solutions Manager - Ultimate Staffing
03.2022 - 08.2024
Territory Sales Manager & Recruiter - Construction Mechanics Inc.
10.2018 - 03.2022
Field Sales Representative & Recruiter - Tradesmen International
02.2016 - 10.2018
Quality Assurance Manager - Kelly
01.2014 - 01.2016
Recruiter - All Florida Staffing Inc
01.2010 - 01.2014
Recruiting Manager: Workers Compensation - Stops Inc
01.2008 - 01.2010
Eastern Florida State College - Bachelor of Science, Human Resource Management
Somerset Community College - Associate of Arts in Business Administration, Business Administration And Management

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