Tara McKnight
Prospect,PA
Summary
Expert in developing and managing candidate pipelines, marketing plans, and advertising strategies. Proven track record in delivering high-quality staffing and consulting services while exceeding client expectations. Committed to building long-term partnerships and attracting top-tier professionals through a supportive growth-oriented environment. Utilizes effective recruitment strategies and both traditional and digital methods to secure top talent under tight deadlines.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales/Recruiter
Aline Logistics
Sanders, Arizona
04.2023 - 09.2025
- Sourced passive candidates through networking and advanced internet research techniques.
- Managed 30 to 100 candidates, conducting thorough interviews and background checks.
- Utilized applicant tracking system to streamline screening processes effectively.
- Collaborated with leadership on change management for competitive talent solutions.
- Researched and implemented innovative sourcing tools to enhance candidate engagement.
- Negotiated salaries and provided counter-offers to secure favorable agreements.
- Resolved issues impacting sales management and overall business operations.
- Worked cross-functionally with sales and management teams to optimize operational efficiency.
Talent Acquisition
FedEx Corporation
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
02.2022 - 03.2023
- Sourced 30-100 candidates daily for corporate and maintenance roles using LinkedIn and Indeed.
- Developed extensive candidate pipelines to meet current and future hiring needs.
- Reviewed resumes for alignment with position requirements and business objectives.
- Sourced passive candidates via networking and complex internet searches.
- Utilized applicant tracking system to enhance and streamline screening processes.
- Researched and implemented innovative sourcing tools to improve candidate engagement.
- Collaborated with company leaders on change management and talent solutions strategies.
- Assisted in talent acquisition efforts to construct high-performing teams.
Assistant Manager
Vip Nails & Spa Salon
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring 21 team members.
- Scanned and maintained confidential employee information and records.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
- Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Reviewed and maintained employee punches to verify correct pay each pay period.
- Answered employee requests and questions related to benefits and compensation.
Program Coordinator/Recruiter
PA Health And Wellness
10.2019 - 01.2021
- Motivated and directed staffing 25 people to align operations with organizational mission using Taleo, Access, Excel, SharePoint, Skype, Indeed,
- Followed up with notable applicants sourced via industry-specific pipelines, events and job fairs.
- Generated specific candidate pool for career opportunities through strategic placement of advertisements, evaluation of applicant credentials and conducting initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.
Sales Manager
Omega Watches, Dior, Nordstrom's
09.2001 - 12.2018
- Followed up with notable applicants sourced via industry-specific pipelines, events and job fairs.
- Leveraged social media platforms and online job boards to advertise open positions and engage with potential candidates.
- Generated specific candidate pool for career opportunities through strategic placement of advertisements, evaluation of applicant credentials, and conducting initial interviews and per-screening assessments.
- Maintained filing system of current, prospective and future positions.
- Monitored customer buying trends, market conditions and competitor actions to adjust strategies and achieve sales goals.
- Managed order cycle to enhance business development and maintain sustainability and customer satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive salesperson training program.
- Identified, hired and trained highly-qualified staff by teaching best practices, procedures and sales strategies.
- Negotiated business transfer worth $1 million dollars in gross annual income.
- Supervised sales team of 7 people, stepping in to support employees and deliver smooth sales processes for clients.
- Created effective strategies to target new markets after researching and analyzing competitor behavior.
- Aggressively pursued competitive accounts by differentiating company from competitors.
Education
Associate of Science - Communications
IAP College
03-2025
Associate of Arts - Associate of Science
Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PA10.2023
Graduate Certificate - Healthcare Recruiting
Allison
Remote05-2021
Associate of Arts - Cosmetology Teacher
Empire Beauty School
Monroeville, PA07-2016
Skills
- Strategic planning and organizational knowledge
- Leadership and team development
- Process improvement strategies
- Project coordination and management
- Talent acquisition and recruitment
- Applicant tracking systems expertise
- Screening and background checking
- New hire onboarding and training
- Data analysis and reporting
- Time management and prioritization
- Excel spreadsheet proficiency
- Merger and acquisition strategies
Certification
- Life Coach
- Marketing and Sales
- Recruiting and development
- Healthcare Recruitment
Accomplishments
- Top Sales of the month 2016
- Top Sales of the year 2018
Affiliations
- Project Coordinator for the Jewish community Center 1996
- Project Coordinator for the Gospel retreat in 2018
Timeline
Sales/Recruiter
Aline Logistics
04.2023 - 09.2025
Assistant Manager
Vip Nails & Spa Salon
05.2022 - 08.2022
Talent Acquisition
FedEx Corporation
02.2022 - 03.2023
Program Coordinator/Recruiter
PA Health And Wellness
10.2019 - 01.2021
Sales Manager
Omega Watches, Dior, Nordstrom's
09.2001 - 12.2018
Associate of Science - Communications
IAP College
Associate of Arts - Associate of Science
Community College of Allegheny County
Graduate Certificate - Healthcare Recruiting
Allison
Associate of Arts - Cosmetology Teacher
Empire Beauty School