Samah Juana
Summary
Professional Talent Acquisition Specialist with robust background in identifying and engaging top talent. Expertise in managing full-cycle recruitment processes and building strong candidate relationships. Known for collaborative team efforts and adaptability to dynamic hiring needs. Skilled in strategic sourcing and candidate assessment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Merchandiser
Advanced Solutions
02.2024 - Current
- Create meaningful connections while helping our retail customers manage and display their products.
- Implement plan-o-gram updates, stock displays or shelves, complete surveys and audits, assist in store remodels, or tag products with security materials among other responsibilities.
- Traveling to multiple locations and customers on a reoccurring basis within a predetermined territory to manage store inventory and setup.
Recruiter
Konica Minolta
10.2021 - 11.2023
- Managed a requisition load of 30-50+ positions, enhancing the onboarding process for new hires, promotions, and internal transfers, while ensuring seamless integration into organizational culture and values.
- Spearheaded the review and posting of open positions, leveraging both internal and external platforms, and meticulously maintained reports, contributing to a transparent and responsive recruitment process.
- Cultivated robust relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners, including recruiting agencies and job boards, fostering a network that significantly broadened talent access and diversity.
- Developed and executed cutting-edge recruiting strategies, significantly enhancing the attraction of top-tier talent and creating a diverse candidate pool, aligning with organizational growth objectives.
- Analyzed critical recruiting metrics, providing insightful reporting to leadership on recruitment performance and effectiveness, enabling data-informed decision-making and strategy refinement.
- Mastered the use of Boolean search strings and various sourcing methods across multiple channels, effectively targeting both passive and active candidates, and elevating the talent acquisition process.
- Actively collaborated with HR and other departments, supporting key company-wide initiatives and projects, thereby strengthening interdepartmental relationships and fostering a unified approach to organizational goals.
Human Resources Representative Consultant
GSK
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Efficiently processed a spectrum of HR transactions, including internal and external hires, promotions, and transfers, leveraging HRIS/Workday to enhance operational efficiency.
- Administered timely and precise processing of one-time payments, sign-on bonuses, and compensation changes, demonstrating a keen eye for detail and financial acumen.
- Upheld the highest level of integrity in maintaining sensitive employee data confidentiality, reinforcing trust and professionalism in handling private information.
- Identified and addressed root causes of HR transactional issues, ensuring process accuracy and adherence to compliance through effective problem-solving techniques.
- Demonstrated expertise in MS Office suite, utilizing Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to complete tasks and generate insightful reports, showcasing technical and analytical skills.
- Worked effectively in team settings, exhibiting strong interpersonal skills and a customer service orientation, fostering a cooperative and productive work environment.
Recruiting Coordinator Consultant
Novo Nordisk
11.2017 - 08.2018
- Optimized recruitment processes by implementing innovative strategies and effective communication across multi-functional teams, while maintaining rigorous quality and integrity standards in hiring practices.
- Efficiently managed applicant tracking through Brassring, organizing candidates and guaranteeing prompt follow-up, enhancing overall recruitment responsiveness.
- Streamlined complex interview scheduling and guided collection processes, significantly boosting organizational efficiency in recruitment operations.
- Led continuous improvements in recruitment processes and procedures, driving enhanced efficiency and effectiveness in talent acquisition.
- Upheld and reinforced high standards of recruitment quality, ensuring compliance with best practices and contributing to a robust and transparent hiring environment.
Recruiting Coordinator Consultant
Amazon
07.2017 - 11.2017
- Spearheaded New Hire Orientation at Amazon, seamlessly integrating I9, benefits, and onboarding processes, enhancing the efficiency and integrity of new employee integration.
- Played a pivotal role in the recruitment of approximately 3,000 warehouse workers for Amazon's Edison Fulfillment Center, significantly bolstering workforce capacity.
- Ensured impeccable accuracy of candidate data in Salesforce and streamlined logistics for multiple high-volume hiring events, reflecting a commitment to operational excellence.
- Upheld rigorous standards of quality and integrity, aligning hiring practices with Amazon's corporate policies, thereby fortifying the company's reputation for ethical recruitment.
- Efficiently orchestrated interview schedules and guide collections, optimizing the recruitment workflow and contributing to a streamlined candidate experience.
- Administered drug tests and facilitated application processes across various locations, demonstrating versatility and commitment to comprehensive hiring event management.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Fairleigh Dickinson University Silberman College of Business
Human Resources Certificate - undefined
Middlesex College
Bachelor of Science - Management
University of New Haven
Skills
- MS Office Suite
- Workday
- Indeed Sourcing
- LinkedIn Recruiter
- Taleo
- SAP SuccessFactors
- WordPress
- HRIS
- UltiPro
- ICIMS
Certification
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate | USF Corporate Training & Professional Education | 2021
- Event Planning Certificate | Middlesex College | 2012
SELECTED HIGHLIGHTS
- Strategic Recruitment Leadership: Spearheaded the recruitment process at Konica Minolta, managing 30-50+ diverse roles simultaneously, demonstrating adeptness in multi-tasking and project management within a fast-paced environment.
- Innovative Sourcing and Screening: Mastered advanced sourcing techniques using platforms like LinkedIn Recruiter and ICIMS, enhancing talent acquisition effectiveness for engineering, sales, and executive roles.
- Diversity and Inclusion Advocacy: Championed diversity & inclusion initiatives at GSK, implementing strategies that resulted in a more diverse candidate pool and workplace environment.
- Full-Cycle Recruiting Expertise: Demonstrated proficiency in managing the entire recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing to onboarding, ensuring seamless integration of new hires at Ingersoll-Rand Trane.
- Large-Scale Hiring Campaigns: Successfully managed a significant recruitment drive at Amazon, hiring approximately 3,000 warehouse workers, showcasing exceptional organizational and event management skills.
- HR Systems Proficiency: Proficient in utilizing a wide range of HRIS platforms, including Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, and UltiPro, ensuring accurate and efficient handling of HR data and processes.
- HR Policy and Compliance: Maintained rigorous adherence to employment laws and regulations, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks in various roles, particularly as an HR Generalist Consultant.
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilized analytics to inform recruiting strategies at Konica Minolta, translating data insights into actionable recruitment plans, thus improving hiring outcomes.
Core Competencies
- Human Resources Management
- HR Policies and Compliance
- Candidate Sourcing
- Technical Recruiting
- Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
- Sourcing Strategies
- Onboarding and Orientation
- Employee Relations
- Performance Management
- Benefits Administration
- Workforce Planning
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Employment Law
- Training and Development
- Interviewing Techniques
- Compensation and Payroll
- Employee Engagement
- Labor Relations
- Succession Planning
- HR Analytics and Reporting
- Organizational Development
- Conflict Resolution
- Staffing Coordination
- HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems)
Timeline
Merchandiser
Advanced Solutions
02.2024 - Current
Recruiter
Konica Minolta
10.2021 - 11.2023
Human Resources Representative Consultant
GSK
09.2020 - 06.2021
Recruiting Coordinator Consultant
Novo Nordisk
11.2017 - 08.2018
Recruiting Coordinator Consultant
Amazon
07.2017 - 11.2017
Human Resources Certificate - undefined
Middlesex College
Bachelor of Science - Management
University of New Haven
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Fairleigh Dickinson University Silberman College of Business
Similar Profiles
Jorge SeverinoJorge Severino
Project Manager at Advanced SolutionsProject Manager at Advanced Solutions
Heather AdkinsHeather Adkins
Childcare Assistant Teacher at Advanced Solutions for KidsChildcare Assistant Teacher at Advanced Solutions for Kids
Jeremy JacobsenJeremy Jacobsen
IT Technician at Advanced Solutions MSIT Technician at Advanced Solutions MS
Tiaunna MarshallTiaunna Marshall
Merchandiser at Shoppers Drug MartMerchandiser at Shoppers Drug Mart
Alberto HernandezAlberto Hernandez
Merchandiser at Home GoodsMerchandiser at Home Goods