Adrian Castanares

Experience

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  Mink Global, S.C.

  Aug 2014 - Feb 2016

  Market Research Analyst

  - Conducted Market Research for the National Council of Science and Technology (CONACYT).- Conducted Market Research for several clients in many industries (Electronics, Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Information Technology, Gaming and Retail).- Conducted research related to economics, competitors, market share and market trends delivering a forecast for new business development, capital investment and technology transfer.- Defined business model for many clients as a consultant.- Coordinated multidisciplinary teams to create financial/strategic planning.- Delivered presentations to many investors and companies to obtain more capital investment. Show less

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  Barbachano International, Inc.

  Feb 2016 - Jan 2019

  Recruitment & Sourcing Specialist

  - Bilingual executive search consultant specializing in U.S., Mexico and Latin America markets. - Review candidate applications and source most qualified resumes for specific positions.- Provide detailed internet sourcing to find talent at executive levels of experience.- Conduct research applying advance Boolean search. - Manage job advertising and social media job platforms.- Pre-screen candidates for executive recruiters in order to determine and assess qualifications, relevant experience, presentation skills, and communication abilities. - Develop and implement new sourcing strategies. Show less

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  PeopleReady Skilled Trades

  Jan 2019 - Oct 2019

  Recruiter

  - Participate in full life-cycle of recruiting including: cold calling, pre-screening potential candidates,preparing candidates for interviews, reviewing resumes and fill applications.- Complete on boarding process with new hires. - Conduct site visits to ensure high quality service is being offered.- Fill new and existing job orders.- Manage job advertising through social media and job platforms.- Conduct research through Boolean search.

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  WM Builders, Inc.

  Oct 2019 - Apr 2020

  Corporate Recruiter

  - Participate in full life-cycle of recruiting including: cold calling, pre-screening potential candidates,on site interviews, extend and negotiate offers and onboarding process.- Complete on boarding process with new hires (i9, W4, Employee Handbook, etc). - Manage job advertising through social media and job platforms.- Conduct research through Boolean search, internal and external databases.

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  NSC

  Aug 2020 - Nov 2021

  Recruiter

  - Participate in full life-cycle of recruiting including: cold calling, pre-screening potential candidates,preparing candidates for interviews, reviewing resumes and fill applications.- Complete on boarding process with new hires. - Fill new and existing job orders.- Manage job advertising through social media and job platforms.- Conduct research through Boolean search.

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  General Atomics

  Nov 2021 - now

  Talent Acquisition Specialist

  -Lead end-to-end full-cycle recruitment efforts, including job requisition creation, candidate sourcing, assessment, and selection.-Utilize various channels for candidate sourcing, such as job boards, social media platforms, and professional networks, to attract top-tier talent.-Conduct comprehensive job market analysis to identify trends, skills gaps, and industry benchmarks, ensuring effective talent acquisition strategies.-Employ proven interviewing techniques to assess candidates' qualifications, skills, and cultural fit.-Develop and implement employer branding initiatives to enhance the company's image and attract high-quality candidates.-Manage applicant tracking systems (ATS) to streamline recruitment workflows, maintain candidate data, and generate reports.-Successfully negotiate and manage offers, ensuring competitive compensation packages and positive candidate experiences.-Facilitate onboarding and orientation programs to ensure a seamless transition for new hires.-Provide HR consulting and advisory support to hiring managers, offering guidance on recruitment best practices, compliance, and talent management. Show less