Robert M. Werner
talent acquisition
Boston,MA
Summary
Talent acquisition and operations leader with 10+ years of experience building high-performing teams, managing full-cycle recruiting operations, and driving measurable hiring outcomes. Proven ability to lead recruiters, improve recruiting workflows, and partner with leadership to align hiring strategies with organizational goals. Strong background in pipeline management, performance coaching, and using data to improve efficiency, conversion rates, and candidate experience.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Satellite Communications Operator (Training & Development Support)
United States Marine Corps
01.2014 - Current
- Delivered training and instruction on complex systems, improving onboarding and performance of new personnel.
- Translated technical information into clear, actionable guidance for diverse audiences.
IT Site Chief / Security Officer (Team Leader & Operations Manager)
United States Marine Corps
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Supervised and managed 100 personnel, ensuring productivity, accountability, and performance standards.
- Coordinated operations across multiple teams, maintaining alignment between planning and execution.
- Addressed performance issues in real time and provided coaching to improve outcomes.
- Maintained consistent communication with leadership and personnel to ensure clarity and execution.
Operations Chief (Operations & Performance Manager)
United States Marine Corps
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Led and developed teams in a high-performance, fast-paced environment, ensuring accountability and consistent execution.
- Established clear operating rhythms, expectations, and communication processes across teams.
- Monitored performance metrics and identified gaps, implementing targeted improvements to increase efficiency.
- Partnered with senior leadership to align operational priorities and drive execution.
- Conducted performance reviews, coaching sessions, and training to improve team capability.
Recruiter (Talent Acquisition Lead / Team Coach)
United States Marine Corps
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Managed full-cycle recruiting operations, from sourcing through onboarding, handling a pipeline of 1,000+ candidates annually.
- Exceeded recruiting goals by 500%, demonstrating strong ownership of pipeline performance and conversion outcomes.
- Trained and coached recruiters on outreach strategies, candidate engagement, and closing techniques, improving team performance.
- Developed structured workflows for pipeline tracking, follow-ups, and candidate management, increasing efficiency and consistency.
- Provided real-time feedback through call reviews and mentorship, improving communication quality and conversion rates.
- Partnered with leadership to align recruiting efforts with organizational staffing priorities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Silver Creek Valley
San Jose, CA2014
Skills
- Talent Acquisition Leadership
- Full-Cycle Recruiting
- Team Development & Coaching
- Recruiting Operations
- Pipeline & Funnel Management
- KPI Tracking (Conversion Rates, Pipeline Health)
- Process Improvement
- Stakeholder Management
- Hiring Strategy
- Workforce Planning
- ATS/CRM Adaptability
- Performance Management
- Pipeline Management
- Candidate Experience
- Conversion Optimization
- Call Coaching
- Workflow Development
- Stakeholder Alignment
- Hiring Manager Collaboration
- Performance Metrics
- Process Optimization
- Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Data Tracking & Reporting
- Virtual Collaboration Tools
- Customer support
- Communications security
- Link budget analysis
- Network configuration
- Spectrum management
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Team leadership
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Team building
- Task prioritization
- Supervisor communication
- Goal setting
- Professionalism
- Time management abilities
- Project management
Accomplishments
- Exceeded recruiting targets by 500% through strong pipeline and conversion management
- Led and developed teams of up to 100 personnel
- Built and implemented structured recruiting and operational workflows
- Improved team performance through coaching, training, and accountability systems
- Demonstrated ability to manage high-volume recruiting environments with consistent results
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
IT Site Chief / Security Officer (Team Leader & Operations Manager)
United States Marine Corps
01.2024 - 01.2025
Operations Chief (Operations & Performance Manager)
United States Marine Corps
01.2022 - 01.2024
Recruiter (Talent Acquisition Lead / Team Coach)
United States Marine Corps
01.2019 - 01.2022
Satellite Communications Operator (Training & Development Support)
United States Marine Corps
01.2014 - Current
High School Diploma -
Silver Creek Valley
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Active Secret Security Clearance (Expires April 2028)
- Strong ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments
- Proven leadership in team development and operational execution
- Collaborative, data-driven, and results-oriented leadership style