Peter Ducoffe

Experience

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  Empire Distributors, Inc.

  Jan 1989 - Jan 1994

  Director of Human Resources

  -Launched an HR department and achieved filling 200 positions in a year for a $220 million wine and spirits distribution company.-Implemented recruiting strategies and plans based on functional/brand business and people strategies.-Improved acquisition efforts through effective candidate management methods, utilized at all stages of the process.-Collaborated with key business partners and HR to ensure shared accountability in the candidate experience.-Managed vendor partnerships including third party search firm’s contracts and fee structure. -Monitored search firm performance, including diversity of candidate slates, candidate quality, and cycle time. -Decertified union through tough negotiations, introducing progressive discipline and better hiring practices. Show less

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  Southern Electronics Distributors

  Jan 1994 - Jan 2000

  Vice President Human Resources

  -Launched a Human Resources department for a $500 million distributor of microcomputers, peripherals and cellular phones. -Oversaw HR integration for two multinational acquisitions of 350 employees.-Built recruitment expertise and credibility of the functions and strong bench strength through effective succession planning.-Enriched team building and recruiting processes by coaching and mentoring to improve performance.-Increased credibility in the recruiting process with rigorous and accurate candidate assessment.-Planned, tracked and analyzed progress on 12 to 15 searches while leading the team to achieve metric goals. Show less

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  THE OUTSOURCE MANAGEMENT GROUP

  Jan 2000 - Jan 2009

  CEO| Owner| Consultant

  : -Drove talent development as an HR consultant for clients, sourcing over 800 candidates upon integration.-Created strategies to determine best models to meet the needs for clients with employees, contingent and contract workers.-Increased transparency by utilizing resource-planning models to determine staffing level needs. -Decreased turnover rate and increased talent integration by centralizing and implementing an executive recruiting program.-Improved communication and information sharing by writing employee handbooks.-Trained executives, managers and supervisors on compliance, laws and best practices for employee detainment.-Reduced time to fill and lowered cost of hires by establishing new recruiting processes and procedures. Show less

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  Concealed Designs

  May 2009 - now

  Co Founder

  -Launched a new product from concept to creation, achieving patent, manufacturing and distribution.-Lead business development by negotiating with manufacturers, vendors, platforms and outlets.-Oversee implementation of process improvements to enhance hiring, qualification matching and cultural fit.-Drive the recruitment process by aligning company needs with proper staff through strong hiring practices.-Create engagement initiatives to foster a fun workplace and collaborative team-oriented environment.Research and collect market data from prospective target markets and age groups. Show less

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  Human Resources Leaders in Atlanta GA

  Jan 2015 - now

  Founder | Vice President Human Resources

  Attending Networking Events Researching Industry LeadersTracking Industry TrendsParticipating in Industry Discussions