Kevin Grunewald

Empower Pharmacy

TA Sourcer

PeopleScout

•Saved over 30% in recruitment costs by sourcing candidates internally, minimizing the need for agency support.
•Maintained a 75% interview-to-offer ratio by implementing effective screening and evaluation techniques.
•Coordinated cross-functional recruitment processes, supporting hiring teams in reducing time-to-fill by 20%.

Talent Acquisition Partner

SunPower Corporation

•Maintain Workday Core HCM data and process onboarding transactions.
•Prepare new hire checklists for managers.
•Assist Talent Acquisition with a variety of onboarding duties including relocation and review of offer letters.
•Serve as coordinator for new hire background checks.
•Assist with the User Management system used for new employees, transfers, promotions, and terminations.
•Ensure the Workday system complies with company policies and regulatory requirements.
•Maintain user access and security settings to protect sensitive.

Recruiter/HRIS Systems Analyst

GE Renewable Energy

•Directed GE Renewables in the Hydro, LM-wind, and Power Grid sectors across North America and Europe, overseeing the project lifecycle and aligning with client service objectives.
•Managed time zone differences, facilitated international teamwork, and enhanced communication to address project challenges, ensuring proactive compliance with OFCCP requirements.
•Managed and developed a comprehensive talent pipeline through networking, sourcing campaigns, and recruitment tools.
•Delivered strategic consulting support, understanding business demands, collaborating with hiring managers and HR partners, and aligning recruitment to company standards.
•Achieved significant milestones in 11 months by coordinating 8-10 daily meetings: filled 125 engineering roles, managed 70 projects with a 98% closure rate, and reduced time to fill by 92%.
•Provided exceptional customer service through global offer generation via Workday, complied with company policies, and collaborated with the people operations team to enhance the offer process.
•Utilized social media, professional networks, and job boards for recruiting, initiated think tanks, and resolved Workday issues, demonstrating comprehensive expertise in talent acquisition.

Sr. TA Partner/LM-Wind lead

Recourse Communications, Inc.

•A highly productive recruitment team of two was managed by me, who consistently hired 28 new employees every month over four months, resulting in positive feedback from the client director and several program managers for outstanding performance and accomplishment.
•Organized a pivotal recruitment campaign for a leading global pharmaceutical firm, assuming a cross-departmental role to enhance the project's success.
•Managed a portfolio of 16 high-priority positions daily, with direct oversight from one recruiter, ensuring optimal productivity and efficient candidate sourcing via multifaceted platforms, including ATS systems (Exelare and Oracle), LinkedIn Recruiter, and Indeed.
•Led a team to expedite 50 new hires monthly over four months, delivering the project ahead of schedule and earning commendations from the client's director and key program management team members.
•Demonstrated exceptional organizational skills and an understanding of talent acquisition nuances by successfully managing 25-60 high-level requisitions simultaneously.
•Effectively utilized advanced applicant tracking systems (Exelare and Oracle) and proactive engagement with LinkedIn Recruiter and Indeed to streamline recruitment processes and improve candidate reach.
•Provided management and clients with daily and weekly progress updates by developing comprehensive system reports and meticulously tracking key performance indicators and production metrics.

Talent Acquisition Manager

•Collaborated closely with project managers to source and deliver top-tier candidates across various industries, such as aerospace, IT, manufacturing, healthcare, renewables, and hospitality.
•Achieved outstanding performance in managing high-volume requisition loads, overseeing 25-60 requisitions simultaneously across a wide geographic area.
•Strategically structured daily schedules to align with fluctuating client demands, ensuring optimal productivity and responsiveness to immediate hiring needs.
•Identified, screened, and hired 75 candidates within six months, exceeding departmental hiring targets by 100%.

Sr. Recruiter

Walgreens

•Increased revenue by 30% and reduced costs by 20% within 14 months, exceeding sales targets through strategic merchandise management.
•Ensured rapid resolution of inquiries and complaints and maintained rigorous planogram integrity by leading a proactive and efficient ASM team.
•Created a highly productive team environment by using Theatro for daily briefings, creating detailed task lists, and nurturing growth through one-to-one sessions.
•Ensured compliance with critical updates, including COVID-19 protocols, while championing a culture of continuous improvement in order to maximize team engagement and performance.

Assistant Store Manager

Loving Arms

•Ensured 98% data integrity in Workday through daily quality checks, enabling reliable workforce planning.
•Streamlined self-service workflows, cutting onboarding time by 30% and enhancing user satisfaction.
•Automated key HR tasks, reducing manual effort by 40% and errors by 25% within six months.
•Facilitated Workday training, reducing support requests by 25% and increasing end-user proficiency.
•Developed dashboards, cutting report generation time by 50% and boosting utilization among leaders.

Workday Consultant

Recruiting | Sales | Marketing | Engineering | Tech | Career Guide

10 years of experience in Talent Acquisition with 3 years of experience in Workday HRIS. 
Strategic thinker and effective communicator with a mix of technical competence and an innate ability to communicate with industry professionals, consistently delivering high-impact results. 

*Accomplishments*
>2021, hired 100 people in Biopharma, Technical Engineering & Tech.
>2022, hired 125 people in Technical Engineering across all sectors of Renewables.
>2023, hired 150 people across the United States in Renewables, Skilled Trades, and Field Operations.
>2024, hired 150 people across the Midwest in Skilled Trades, Engineering, IT, Supply Chain.

Outside of work, I'm passionate about creating impactful, authentic content that connects with real people, whether it's career tips, personal branding insights, or everyday motivation. As a content creator and career strategist, I love partnering with brands that align with my message and audience.

If you’re a brand looking to collaborate on sponsored content, campaigns, or creative partnerships that drive value and visibility, let’s connect. You can reach out to me about potential partnerships or brand deals at kgrunewald22@gmail.com 

Check out the links on my website to learn more!


DISCLAIMER! 
1:1 calls are not to discuss opportunities at my current employer, nor is it a guarantee of employment.

Talent Acquisition Partner II

-Working together with my regional ops managers on projects at our San Jose, Sacramento,
  Arizona & North Hollywood offices for our technical install and service teams.
-Currently working in a multi-functional team across multiple time zones.
-In an unfavorable market, I've been able to hire residential electricians for multiple locations
across the US.
-Working with candidates internally and externally to get referrals.
-Rewriting job descriptions and doing market research with the Sr. leadership team.
-Negotiating compensation on offers to candidates.
-Increased applicant pool by 30% in the last 5 months by sourcing and doing deep dive
Boolean searches, resulting in higher quality hires for our residential Install and service teams.
-Grew a previously stagnant talent pool by 25% in the last 2 months, resulting in a 35%
reduction in time-to-fill for our residential electrician roles.

Morris & Dewett

Intake Specialist

Dominion DMS

•Provide comprehensive support to clients utilizing the Dominion DMS (Dealer Management System) within the Accounting and Payroll Module.
•Resolve complex technical issues pertaining to accounting and payroll processes, ensuring seamless operation and system functionality.
•Collaborate closely with clients to identify and address concerns, offering tailored solutions to optimize system performance and enhance efficiency.
•Conduct in-depth research and analysis to deliver timely and effective solutions, staying abreast of updates and developments in DMS software to provide informed assistance.
•Maintain a high level of expertise in Dominion DMS, leveraging financial analytics intelligence to support clients and drive business success.

Accounting & Payroll Support Analyst

SitusAMC

• Conducted in-depth analysis of intricate real estate financial transactions, including complex lease agreements, acquisitions, and dispositions, ensuring accurate representation in financial statements.
• Collaborated with business owners to develop and prepare periodic forecasts and operating expense plans for multiple Finance business teams.
• Generated comprehensive expense analysis reports and scorecards, providing actionable insights to various levels of management, including the senior team.
•Leveraged financial acumen to interpret and apply understanding of key financial indicators, informing better business decisions and driving financial performance.

Real Estate Financial Analyst

Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group

• Offered consultative options and recommendations to optimize limited budget resources, ensuring efficient allocation across key areas.
• Spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing periodic forecasting tools and metrics to increase cost and activity transparency.
• Identified risk and opportunities while striving for continuous improvement.

Mortgage Financial Analyst

LSK (Start Up)

•Identified growth opportunities for the company by conducting comprehensive market research and analyzing industry trends.
•Developed strategic plans to expand the customer base, leveraging financial analytics to assess potential risks and opportunities.
•Cultivated relationships with prospective clients through targeted sales presentations, showcasing the company's value proposition and competitive advantages.
•Negotiated contracts with clients, ensuring favorable terms while aligning with company objectives and financial goals.
•Collaborated with cross-functional teams to execute strategic initiatives, leveraging financial analytics intelligence to drive decision-making and maximize business outcomes.

Business Development Manager

Freedom Mortgage

•Engaged with broader Finance community partners for cross-organizational initiatives, ensuring financial transparency into initiative development and results while optimizing limited budget resources.
• Accumulated actionable insights through the creation through utilization of Oracle Hyperion based technology.

Junior Mortgage Financial Analyst

United Built Homes

• Developed and implemented driver-based expense models using metrics and data to produce accurate forecasts, leveraging Oracle Hyperion based technology and other tools.
• Applied knowledge of finance and accounting regulations and principles to ensure compliance and accuracy in payment processing activities in creating recommendations to assist business leaders.
• Reduced property tax expenses by 10% through quarterly cost analysis and negotiation.
• Acted as a consultant for difficult escrow conversations that resulted in changes payments due to
county rate fluctuations.

Property Tax Financial Analyst

Capital One

• Utilized analytical skills to analyze payment data, forecast by identifying trends and discrepancies, thereby optimizing payment processing operations.
• Managed primary planning responsibilities encompassing finance, treasury, bank fees, and investor relations, demonstrating a broad understanding of all the financial operations.
• Balanced the needs of multiple stakeholders by anticipating and addressing their requirements, fostering strong partnerships to achieve shared objectives.

Relationship Banker

ANN INC (Ann Taylor | LOFT | Lou & Grey)

• Managed daily store operations, including cash management, inventory control, and visual merchandising, applying financial analytics to optimize efficiency and profitability.
• Enforced compliance with legal regulations, company policies, and safety protocols, utilizing financial analytics to mitigate risks and ensure operational integrity.
• Facilitated training programs for new and existing team members, incorporating financial analytics insights to enhance product knowledge, sales strategies, and customer service standards.
• Conducted performance evaluations and provided actionable feedback to improve team skills and productivity, leveraging financial analytics to identify areas for enhancement and optimization.

Team Lead Manager

RITE AID

• Precisely filled prescription orders under pharmacist supervision, demonstrating proficiency in retrieving, counting, packaging, and labeling medications, while ensuring accurate documentation of dispensed medications.
• Supported inventory management by monitoring stock levels, verifying expiration dates, restocking shelves, and placing orders for replenishment, applying pharmacy and analytic comprehension to optimize supply chain efficiency.
• Managed controlled substances in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, contributing to maintaining regulatory compliance and patient safety.
• Leveraged pharmacy software and technology to input and retrieve prescription data, manage inventory, and generate reports, ensuring accuracy in patient records and operational efficiency.

Pharmacy Technician

As a versatile problem-solver, I've sailed the tumultuous waters of strategic decision-making across diverse industries—construction, banking, real estate, and IT. My secret weapon? Forging unbreakable bonds and orchestrating seamless communication that unites colleagues, clients, and stakeholders in perfect sync. With a flair for leveraging technology and data, I thrive in ever-changing landscapes, continuously brewing up ingenious solutions and delivering stellar outcomes. Fueled by a fervor for constant growth, I stay razor-sharp, consistently delivering unmatched value and brilliance.

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