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Stephen Jennings

Stephen Jennings

Walpole,NH

Summary

Dynamic recruitment professional with extensive experience at Barton Associates Inc., excelling in candidate sourcing and social media recruiting. Proven track record in enhancing team performance through effective training and conflict management. Adept at utilizing applicant tracking systems to streamline hiring processes while fostering a collaborative work environment.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Recruitment Assistant

Barton Associates Inc.
06.2025 - Current
  • Leveraged social media platforms and online job boards to advertise open positions and engage with potential candidates.
  • Promptly corresponded with applicants and coordinated and conducted interviews.
  • Placed advertisements, evaluated applicant credentials, conducted initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.
  • Managed a database of over 100 clients

Owner

The Gilded Grimoire LLC
08.2023 - Current
  • Strategic Vision and Business Development: Defining the company's direction, identifying growth opportunities, and implementing strategies to expand our reach within the local and online gaming communities.
  • Merchandise Management: Overseeing the procurement, inventory, and sales of a wide array of trading card singles, sealed products, and related accessories, ensuring competitive pricing and product availability.
  • Financial Management: Overseeing budgeting, financial reporting, and ensuring the long-term financial health and sustainability of the business.
  • Marketing and Branding: Developing and implementing marketing strategies to build brand awareness, attract new customers, and retain existing ones through various online and offline channels
  • Customer Service Excellence: Championing a customer-centric approach, ensuring all patrons receive knowledgeable, friendly, and efficient service.

Group Manager

Barton Associates Inc.
12.2024 - 06.2025
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Supported staff with developing professional skills and abilities, uplifting team performance.
  • Monitored team performance to identify productivity improvement opportunities.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.

Staffing Consultant

Barton Associates Inc.
02.2024 - 12.2024
  • Wrote customized job postings based on company requirements and target candidate demographics.
  • Communicated with candidates on assignment via telephone and email.
  • Selected, recruited and interviewed applicants.
  • Conducted reference checks and screening of potential candidates to support onboarding process.
  • Averaged 100 calls per day to prospective clients

Front End Supervisor

Ocean State Job Lot
05.2023 - 02.2024
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service and remedied issues promptly and effectively.
  • Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers.
  • Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
  • Monitored cash drawers in 8 checkout stations to verify adequate cash supply.
  • Marked-down clearance items and relocated merchandise to proper store areas.

Logistics Manager

Cobb Co Tech & Hobby
10.2021 - 05.2023
  • Directed shipping and receiving of wide range of products daily.
  • Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.
  • Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
  • Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to reduce expenses.
  • Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.
  • Promoted brand at industry events and through ongoing networking efforts.
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.

Customer Service Representative

Ocean State Job Lot
03.2019 - 11.2021
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.
  • Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.

Customer Service Representative

Walgreens
02.2016 - 03.2018
  • Monitored cash drawers in multiple checkout stations and maintained adequate cash supply.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.

Education

High School Diploma -

Fall Mountain Regional High School
Alstead, NH
06.2015

Skills

  • Resume scanning
  • Social media recruiting
  • Candidate sourcing
  • Applicant tracking systems

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
German
Limited Working

Interests

  • Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
  • Baking
  • Camping

Timeline

Recruitment Assistant

Barton Associates Inc.
06.2025 - Current

Group Manager

Barton Associates Inc.
12.2024 - 06.2025

Staffing Consultant

Barton Associates Inc.
02.2024 - 12.2024

Owner

The Gilded Grimoire LLC
08.2023 - Current

Front End Supervisor

Ocean State Job Lot
05.2023 - 02.2024

Logistics Manager

Cobb Co Tech & Hobby
10.2021 - 05.2023

Customer Service Representative

Ocean State Job Lot
03.2019 - 11.2021

Customer Service Representative

Walgreens
02.2016 - 03.2018

High School Diploma -

Fall Mountain Regional High School