Sarah Lawrence

Experience

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  Sportybird.io

  Feb 2013 - Aug 2015

  Marketing Specialist

  •Start-up company based out of Geekdom in San Antonio which received 25k in funding•Provided technical oversight in developing real-time analytics tools for youth, collegiate, and professional soccer teams•Engaged customers to drive the next iteration of custom development•Strategic consulting, including business plan and sales strategy development•Brand development, website traffic growth, and website advertising revenue. •Developed brand strategy and statistics systems.•Engaged investors on business prospects and ideas•Customer support via email, phone calls, and f2f Show less

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  Lonestar Soccer Club

  Sept 2013 - Aug 2015

  Soccer Coach

  [USSF E License]•Completed the United States Soccer Federation E coach licensing course Head Coach of Micro Academy (U3-U7)•Organized training sessions for 5 other coaches•Set fields up for practices and games for over 50 players•Oversee everything is running smoothly between players, refs, and parents•Regulated all games to ensure a safe environment and fair playBoys Academy Coach (U8-U10)•Follows Lonestar's curriculum to help develop players at this age•Planned strategic practices for my team as well as for the other coaches•Traveling during weekends for away games and tournaments•Attended training sessions with the Lonestar curricular program•Continious learning from the head director and other trainers Show less

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  Best Buy

  Aug 2014 - May 2016

  •Engage customers using selling skills to provide solutions aligning with the customer’s “definition of fix.”•Maintain and service products including repairs such as installations of hard drives, RAM, batteries, etc.•Removal of viruses, adware, malware, trojans, etc. with Geek Squad tools•Perform administrative duties within the precinct and manage department communication•Perform product shipping and receiving, light touch maintenance, and repair of products•Engage with the sales team, explaining services and technology to help them achieve business group goals•Our team was consistently ranked top in the area Show less

  • Geek Squad Intelligence Agent

    Sept 2015 - May 2016

  • Microsoft Consultant

    Aug 2014 - Aug 2015
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  Balance Staffing Company

  Feb 2016 - Jun 2023

  •Contributed as a founding member of the OmniTech department, a newly established global technical division. This division specializes in nationwide direct placements, catering to a diverse portfolio of over 300 clients•Specializing in the recruitment of senior-level technical and professional roles, predominantly within the IT, Engineering, Aerospace, Manufacturing, and Semiconductor industries•Maintained a 90% success rate in securing client interviews from submitted candidates, demonstrating a consistently high offer acceptance ratio•Strategically market candidate resumes to clients to generate new requisitions and new business•Requisitions: Software Engineers {front-end, back-end, full-stack, hardware design, architect, validation, firmware, embedded}, IT Managers, Salesforce Devs, Network Admins, Information Security, Help Desk Tech, DevOps, Data Engineers, Electrical & Mechanical Engineers, Field Service Engineers, Project Managers, Production Managers, Technical Writers, Sr. QA/QC Engineers, E&I QC Specialists, QA Analyst, Automation Engineer, Project Controllers, Safety & EHS Show less •Oversee the daily operations and performance of the team, monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensuring alignment with weekly and monthly objectives•Collaborate closely with managers to achieve revenue targets, fostering success for both our branch and the company as a whole. Consistently meet and exceed team goals•Regularly participate in weekly job fairs and networking events while spearheading the development of a structured tracking system for community outreach initiatives•Managed the internal recruitment process, overseeing the hiring of sourcers and recruiters•Conducted weekly one-on-one sessions with recruiters to review performance metrics, provide coaching, discuss performance improvement plans (PIPs), and address related matters•Performed quarterly and annual performance reviews with recruiters, assessing their progress and contributions, and facilitated promotions based on merit and achievements•Actively participated in sales meetings, culminating in the successful acquisition of signed contracts•Provided training and supervision for our internal third-party overseas recruiters Show less •Conducted recruitment activities encompassing job ad postings, resume sourcing, participation in job fairs, and direct engagement with community programs. Established and sustained over 50 community outreach partnerships to enhance candidate sourcing and networking•Account management of 5+ accounts daily while actively engaging in full-time recruitment activities. Conducted client site visits, walked in all new hires on their first day, attended meetings to qualify new requisitions, and to bring in new business•Contributed to business development by sourcing sales leads through recruiting efforts, arranging and attending meetings, ultimately securing signed contracts•Requisitions: Semiconductor Operators, Equipment Techs, Process Techs, Field Service Techs, Mechanical Assemblers, SMT Operators, Quality Inspectors, Shipping & Receiving, CNC Machinists, Warehouse Associates, Manufacturing Associates, Welders (MIG, TIG, and Orbital), Recruiters, Admin, Hardware Engineers, Software Engineers, Industrial Engineers, Production/Warehouse Supervisors, Facilities Managers, EHS, Equipment Managers, R&D Engineers, Director of R&D, Planners, Buyers, Operations Managers, Project Managers, VP of Manufacturing, SQE, Human Resources, Accounting/Payroll, Licensed Healthcare, and more Show less •Engaged in on-site operations at a semiconductor facility offering round-the-clock availability and support to meet client needs•Collaborated closely with client management to enhance retention and foster a conducive environment for our contingent workforce•Attended bi-weekly meetings, preparing and delivering presentations that addressed staffing requirements and contributed to ongoing improvement initiatives•Managed all HR-related matters in direct coordination with the on-site HR team and contractors•Maintained close rapport with on-site contractors, conducting regular check-ins to ensure their work progresses smoothly, proactively addressing any concerns, and striving to foster a positive and supportive work environment•Recruit and interview potential candidates by posting job ads, sourcing resumes, cold calls, attending job fairs, networking events, and collaborating with community programs•Organized and conducted on-site job fairs aimed at attracting talent to the facility. Implemented a meticulous vetting process that included rigorous assessments such as AMCAT testing•Managed the entire onboarding process, initially handling all administrative procedures using paper applications before transitioning to an online portal•Facilitated the setup of employee accounts encompassing various aspects such as direct deposit, building access, badge requests, benefits enrollment, and payroll information•Conducted safety presentations and handled all injury reports, WC, sick time, etc.•Managed new hire orientation and assisted the client in facilitating the training program•Administered verbal and written warnings to temporary employees for policy violations, encompassing areas such as attendance, performance, and attitude•Regularly attended corporate training sessions in California, focusing on various areas such as recruiting methodologies, leadership development, and other related skill enhancements Show less

  • Senior Technical Recruiter

    Sept 2022 - Jun 2023

  • Recruiting Manager

    Feb 2021 - Sept 2022

  • Senior Recruiter/Account Manager

    May 2018 - Feb 2021

  • Onsite Staffing Coordinator/Recruiter

    Feb 2016 - May 2018
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  Advantage Technical

  Mar 2024 - now

  Account Executive

  Advantage Technical is the TEAM that recruits and qualifies the “People Powering Technology”. Advantage Technical aligns people and companies to create opportunities. Our staff of professionals places the best talent to fit the unique job needs of our clients, matching experience, skills, and goals. For nearly half a century, Advantage Technical has placed the right people in the right positions all over the world. Our network of highly specialized recruiting teams helps you find the perfect fit for your project-based needs whether that’s at a technology company in Austin or a software development lab in Atlanta or working remotely. Ranked among the world’s top suppliers of IT talent and boasting one of the industry’s highest associate retention rates, Advantage Technical places more than 20,000 people on assignment every year. Companies rely on our collaborative approach and proven recruiting processes to deliver talented individuals and teams for their most critical technical projects. Advantage Technical offers a wide range of specialized workforce solutions and project-based services. If you are interested in hearing more about what we can offer, you can reach me at sarah.lawrence@advantagetechnical.com. Show less