Shantay O. Conley
Memphis,TN
Summary
Dynamic Talent Acquisition Specialist with a proven track record at UNILEVER, adept in leveraging Microsoft Office Suite and Workday HRIS to streamline recruitment processes. Skilled in fostering relationships and influencing hiring decisions, I excel in recruiting top-tier talent, evidenced by managing a $3M budget and significantly enhancing hiring strategies.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Partner
UNILEVER
Covington, TN
01.2024 - Current
- Act as a consultant providing technical advice and support to HR staff and line managers on recruitment services
- Develop and implement programs that support the strategic people plan
- Screen, recruit, and interview internal and external applicants to fill current or expected job vacancies
- Identify diverse, top-level talent using various sourcing methods and strategic partnerships
- Coordinate and participate in hiring events, such as career job fairs and networking events
- Implement HR metrics reporting to drive continuous improvement in recruitment processes
- Foster relationships with colleges to recruit students and diverse candidates
- Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process
- Prepare and present regular project status reports to stakeholders
Americas University Recruiting Project Manager
KORN FERRY
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Collaborated closely with hiring managers to understand hiring needs and provide guidance
- Cultivated and managed a strong pipeline of qualified candidates through various sourcing channels
- Created strategies for Cohort Recruiting Model for Tech Graduate and Intern roles
- Led and oversaw projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely, within-scope, and on-budget delivery
- Defined project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders
- Coordinated and communicated effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones
- Conducted applicant testing and recorded results
- Maintained relationships with internal and external contacts and interacted with the community-at-large to provide information regarding job possibilities
Talent Acquisition Manager (University Recruiting)
DENSO INTERNATIONAL AMERICA, INC.
Southfield, MI
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Coached and mentored a team of recruiters across DENSO North America
- Managed the complete recruitment lifecycle, from initial contact through offer, negotiation, and onboarding
- Partnered with senior leaders across the tech and non-tech functions to deliver data-driven results
- Championed a collaborative team environment and managed stakeholder expectations effectively
- Developed and implemented forecasting models, retention planning, and benchmark data
- Responsible of a budget of $3M
Program Manager – Academic College Programs
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA
Plano, TX
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Developed and completed effective recruiting strategies to attract top technical and non-technical talent across the company
- Led the annual recruitment of more than seven hundred new college students for Toyota’s North American facilities and headquarters
- Managed the full cycle recruiting process for all North America hiring, ensuring a seamless, consistent, and positive candidate experience
- Collaborated closely with hiring managers to understand their headcount needs
- Coordinated and communicated effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones
HR Business Partner – Talent Acquisition, Benefits Administration, Team Member Relations, Policy Development, and Investigations
TOYOTA MOTOR ENGINEERING AMERICA (TEMA) & TOYOTA MOTOR MANUFACTURING MISSISSIPPI (TMMMS)
Erlanger, KY
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Investigated company policy violations such as discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and misconduct
- Provided thoughtful recommendations and solutions for all cases
- Ensured legal and institutional compliance and operational efficiency
- Partnered with the company’s leadership and legal team for support and guidance
HR Business Partner – Talent Acquisition, Benefits Administration, Team Member Relations, Policy Development, and Investigations
TOYOTA BOSHOKU AMERICA
Mantachie, MS
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Served as primary HR point of contact for salaried non-exempt and non-exempt employees addressing any HR issues or concerns
- Provided advice and guidance to employees and managers on HR policies and procedures
- Assisted in the development and implementation of HR strategies, programs and processes
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Human Resource Management Concentration
AMERICAN INTERCONTINENTAL UNIVERSITY
Hoffman Estates, ILBachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Human Resource Management Concentration
AMERICAN INTERCONTINENTAL UNIVERSITY
Hoffman Estates, ILSkills
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with Workday HRIS
- Experience with MS Teams
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Relationship management
- Negotiating
- Ability to influence
- Skilled in Managing Multiple Tasks
- Recruitment and hiring
- Problem solving
- Strong customer service skills
Timeline
Talent Partner
UNILEVER
01.2024 - Current
Americas University Recruiting Project Manager
KORN FERRY
01.2022 - 01.2023
Talent Acquisition Manager (University Recruiting)
DENSO INTERNATIONAL AMERICA, INC.
01.2018 - 01.2022
Program Manager – Academic College Programs
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA
01.2013 - 01.2018
HR Business Partner – Talent Acquisition, Benefits Administration, Team Member Relations, Policy Development, and Investigations
TOYOTA MOTOR ENGINEERING AMERICA (TEMA) & TOYOTA MOTOR MANUFACTURING MISSISSIPPI (TMMMS)
01.2011 - 01.2013
HR Business Partner – Talent Acquisition, Benefits Administration, Team Member Relations, Policy Development, and Investigations
TOYOTA BOSHOKU AMERICA
01.2010 - 01.2011
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Human Resource Management Concentration
AMERICAN INTERCONTINENTAL UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Human Resource Management Concentration
AMERICAN INTERCONTINENTAL UNIVERSITY