Eric Edward Johns

Experience

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  US Army

  Jun 2002 - Jan 2007

  USAREC, Columbus Battalion, Cincinnati Company* Establish and maintain contacts with prospective applicants, parents, schools, public officials, local business ownersAdvertising• Distribute and display Army material• Conduct Army presentations at schools• Work with local radio stationsConduct Interviews• Interview and counsel prospects• Explain positions and benefits • Evaluate applicant’s background• Administer and score physical evaluations HHC 325th Airborne Infantry Regiment• 92G-Food Service Specialist• Parachute out of C-130's, C-17's• Deployed to Iraq- 03/2003- 01/2004• 2nd BCT (Falcons)

  • Recruiter

    Jan 2005 - Jan 2007

  • 82nd Airborne Infantry Cook - Combat Veteran (Iraq '03)

    Jun 2002 - Dec 2004
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  Buffalo Wild Wings

  Feb 2007 - Apr 2011

  Assistant General Manager- Server- Bartender

  Administrative• Break down cash drawers• Perform server check outs and safe audits• Assist with inventory countsOperational Readiness• Perform line checks • Monitor food quality and labor• Receive food ordersGuest and Team member relations• Conduct team member pre-shift meetings,• Resolve guest issues • Provide superior customer service

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  H.h. gregg

  May 2011 - Nov 2014

  Sales

  • Qualify customers through listening and questioning• Show customers product features and benefits that support their needs• Consistently ask for the sale with every customer• Stay up to date with technology and product information• Accurately input sales orders and track them• Assist in developing and training new associates

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  Total Quality Logistics

  Nov 2014 - Apr 2023

  Virtual Sales Trainer• Facilitate virtual sales training programs for a nationwide brokerage firm of over 8200 employees • Instruct and mentor trainees using a variety of instructional methods including sales role plays, individual coaching, and group coaching sessions• Organize, develop, and execute training materials such as power point presentations, job aids, and other reports• Consult with team members and leadership over different training techniques and utilization of materials• Contribute to the team’s morale and camaraderie • Maintain a high level of Leadership and professional behavior at all times Show less • Serve as a liaison between the manufacturer/supplier, carrier and receiver• Locate carriers for available freight• Communicate with carriers to ensure loads are executed on time• Build and maintain carrier relationships• Accurately enter and maintain up-to-date information in the Load Manager System.• Ensure necessary paperwork for first time carriers is completed. • Quickly and proactively resolve problems that may develop while a load is in transit• Negotiate rates with carriers• Ensure that all necessary information is submitted to the Accounting department after each load is delivered• Contribute to the growth of the business by referring quality candidates into the hiring process*Million dollar account as a Logistics Coordinator (2X) Show less Saturday Group Leader, Prospecting Captain, A/R Captain, Charity Captain• Coordinate freight brokerage between businesses and carriers.• Seek out potential customers who are in need of transportation opportunities and services• Ensure vital aspects are up to date and valid including insurance, bonds, & authority• Negotiate rates between customers and carriers• Dispatch carriers and maintain consistent communication from the point of pick up to delivery• 24/7 availability to both customers and carriers for transportation, support, and planning• Manage and mediate problems and resolutions between customers/carriers Show less

  • National Sales Recruiter

    Feb 2022 - Apr 2023

  • Virtual Learning and Development Leader

    Oct 2018 - Feb 2022

  • Logistics Coordinator II

    Aug 2017 - Oct 2018

  • Logistics Account Executive (SGL)

    Nov 2014 - Aug 2017
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  Millat Industries Corp.

  May 2023 - now

  Human Resources Specialist

  • Source and post position openings internally and through various external modes• Work with local high schools, colleges, and career technical centers to develop recruiting pipeline• Attend career fairs, conduct phone screens, and schedule interviews/position debrief meetings• Manage relationships and communication with third-party staffing agencies• Report to hiring managers on the status of open positions and new hire activities• Oversee the pre-employment process, paperwork, and requirements for all new hires• Facilitate and schedule onboarding, new hire orientation, and conduct new hire training• Coordinate and conduct 7, 30, and 90-day follow-up meetings after the hire date of all new associates• Schedule, administer, and track training programs across all divisions in various subjects• Complete administrative tasks such as filing, record-keeping, answering phones, etc., as needed• Promote company benefits, programs, and retention activities• Participate in the planning and execution of company events and outings• Follow up with associates quickly and provide excellent customer service Show less