Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Technologies
Certification
Timeline
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Sherry Flanagan

Sherry Flanagan

Vail,AZ

Summary

Dynamic and highly skilled Talent Acquisition and Human Resources professional with a demonstrated history of effectively overseeing multiple HR functions, championing the creation of diverse and inclusive environments, and steering impactful strategic HR initiatives. Eagerly pursuing roles in HR or Talent Management that will enable me to utilize my proficiency in talent management, recruitment, and organizational development. I am poised to bring substantial value to a forward-thinking organization by contributing to its success and fostering an environment of innovation and excellence.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Medtronic
09.2023 - Current
  • Supporting the Supply Chain business unit in the company's efforts to facilitate Medtronic's transition toward sustainable growth
  • Conducting targeted recruitment for positions including Logistics, Strategic Sourcing leadership, and Supply Chain Analyst roles
  • Provided additional recruitment support for Executive leadership, Finance, Engineering, and HR Management positions
  • Working closely with hiring managers to understand their specific requirements and offering training and guidance throughout the talent acquisition process
  • Collaborating with management to define job requirements, assess candidate qualifications, and negotiate detailed compensation packages
  • Enhanced candidate experience by implementing a streamlined application process and timely communication.

Senior Associate / Lead IT Recruiter

Oak Street Health
03.2022 - 09.2023
  • Collaborate closely with hiring managers to understand technical staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies for all IT roles including Software Engineers, FE & BE Developers Deep Learning Engineers, Data Scientists, UX/UI Designers, etc
  • Utilize diverse sourcing methods such as job boards, social media, networking events, and referrals to identify potential candidates
  • Review resumes, conduct initial screenings, and facilitate technical assessments to evaluate candidates' technical skills and cultural fit
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with candidates, providing an exceptional candidate experience throughout the recruitment process
  • Mentored junior associates, fostering professional growth and helping them reach their full potential.

Talent Acquisition Manager, Government Services & Munitions

Day & Zimmerman
05.2021 - 03.2022
  • Effectively managed and directed the day-to-day talent acquisition operations for a geographically dispersed team
  • Demonstrated exceptional leadership skills, leading to a 50% reduction in time-to-fill metrics, decreasing the average duration from over 120 days to under 60 days
  • Provided strategic guidance to hiring managers, playing a pivotal role in optimizing the recruitment process, culminating in a 25% increase in successful placements, underscoring a heightened efficiency in the talent acquisition workflow
  • Enhanced the efficiency of talent acquisition processes by implementing data-driven strategies and streamlining workflows.
  • Increased the quality of new hires by refining job descriptions, setting clear expectations, and establishing performance metrics for success.

Human Resources Manager

Tabula Rasa Healthcare
12.2019 - 05.2021
  • Supported a workforce of over 500 employees and implemented strategic HR and talent management initiatives that successfully decreased employee turnover, fostering a more stable and engaged workforce
  • Drove organizational growth by establishing and optimizing a new HR team for rapidly expanding business units
  • Improved onboarding efficiencies ensuring the seamless integration of new hires into the company culture and workflows
  • Utilized operational analysis, trending methodologies, benchmarking practices, and in-depth research to empower leaders and managers with data-driven insights
  • Collaborated closely with Hiring Managers to refine and modernize job descriptions, resulting in a significant increase in the congruence between job roles and the core values of the organization, fostering a more cohesive and purpose-driven workplace.
  • Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
  • Promoted diversity and inclusion within the workplace by initiating targeted training programs and implementing inclusive hiring practices.

Talent Acquisition Manager

Alorica
10.2017 - 12.2019
  • Led a team comprised of 10 talent professionals dispersed across multiple sites
  • My strategic guidance and collaborative approach significantly contributed to an increase in the overall productivity of the team, reflecting a commitment to fostering a team of high performers
  • Built and maintained a positive employer image through strategic social media resulting in a 15% growth in positive online reviews.
  • Developed and executed strategies to advance diversity and inclusion within the recruitment process, ensuring a fair and unbiased selection of candidates from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.

Principal Recruiter

Raytheon Technologies
10.2015 - 10.2017
  • High level, full-cycle recruiter for exempt and non-exempt positions supporting various business units including Supply Chain, Business Development and Security in accordance with Raytheon policies, best practices, EEO, OFCCP, CPGE, Representative Slates, conflicts of interest, and other legal requirements
  • Partnered with senior management and director-level leaders on crafting HR policy, procedures, and processes in compliance with all applicable regulations
  • Provided guidance on compensation, talent management, and learning & development
  • Utilized operational analysis, trending, benchmarking, and research to support leaders and managers in determining effective projections for staffing/personnel needs
  • Positioned Raytheon as a competitive employer by developing and executing offer strategies that ensured the efficient and consistent implementation of compensation practices.

HR & Talent Acquisition Specialist

Teletech, Inc.
08.2007 - 10.2015
  • Responsible for providing HR & TA support to more than 600 employees
  • Provided consultation and support to managers, supervisors, and team leads, working proactively to evaluate issues
  • Conducted periodic surveys to measure employee satisfaction and employee engagement
  • Assisted with HR-related education & training, communication, and awareness efforts
  • Supported the rollout of new programs, policies, and initiatives.
  • Reduced time-to-fill for open positions by implementing efficient recruitment strategies and effective collaboration with hiring managers.
  • Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment on talent acquisition goals and objectives.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Communication

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ

Skills

  • Recruitment Planning
  • Work Authorizations
  • Salary and Benefits Negotiations
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Talent Management
  • Global Recruitment
  • Compensation Analysis
  • Relationship building
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Social media recruiting
  • Organizational skills
  • Organizational Development
  • Benefits Administration
  • Employee Relations
  • Compensation Structuring
  • Data Analysis
  • Employee Investigations
  • Training Development

Technologies

Workday, Taleo, LinkedIn Recruiter, ADP, Paycor, BambooHR, SuccessFactors, UltiPro, Greenhouse, Jobvite, Slack, Microsoft Teams, Skype, WebEx, Asana, Trello Jira, Confluence, Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides), Salesforce

Certification

· Certified Technical Recruiter

· Six Sigma

· Strategic HR Management Certification

· Previous SPHR Certification


Timeline

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Medtronic
09.2023 - Current

Senior Associate / Lead IT Recruiter

Oak Street Health
03.2022 - 09.2023

Talent Acquisition Manager, Government Services & Munitions

Day & Zimmerman
05.2021 - 03.2022

Human Resources Manager

Tabula Rasa Healthcare
12.2019 - 05.2021

Talent Acquisition Manager

Alorica
10.2017 - 12.2019

Principal Recruiter

Raytheon Technologies
10.2015 - 10.2017

HR & Talent Acquisition Specialist

Teletech, Inc.
08.2007 - 10.2015

Bachelor of Science - Communication

Arizona State University
Sherry Flanagan