KAVYA SUVARNAKUMAR
Summary
Results-driven HR professional with over 5 years of comprehensive experience in high-volume recruiting across multiple sectors, including sales, marketing, supply chain, transportation, warehouse, and healthcare. Adept at managing end-to-end recruitment processes and collaborating with hiring managers to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. Demonstrated ability to optimize recruitment strategies and enhance candidate experience.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
National Talent Acquisition Specialist
Gordon Food Service
10.2022 - Current
- Lead high-volume recruiting efforts for various departments across Canada and USA, filling roles in Sales, Marketing, IT, and more
- Post job openings on multiple platforms and evaluate candidates using defined recruitment methods
- Conduct screening interviews to assess candidates' qualifications and provide insights about GFS positions
- Collaborate with hiring managers to define specific needs, set expectations, and guide recruitment processes
- Create interview guides and evaluation tools to support hiring teams and ensure consistency in candidate evaluation
- Maintain the applicant tracking system (ATS) to ensure compliance with company policies and government regulations
- Manage key recruitment metrics, including Time to Fill and Quality of Hire, to drive process improvements.
Talent Acquisition Intern
Gordon Food Service
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Supported the recruitment process by coordinating interviews and managing candidate communications
- Actively sourced candidates through various channels, enhancing the talent pool for hard-to-fill roles.
Team Member
Tim Hortons
01.2020 - 07.2021
- Delivered exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment, ensuring high standards of guest experience.
Project Manager
Women's Organization in Rural Development
10.2014 - 12.2019
- Ensured adherence to company policies, procedures, and ethical standards among all employees.
- Supervised staff and conducted interviews to assess eligibility for food and nutrition services and children's Medicaid applications.
- Documented and maintained detailed records of residential behavior in group homes and during community outings.
- Evaluated employee performance through regular feedback, coaching, and formal performance reviews.
- Planned, implemented, and assessed special events and fundraising activities, monitoring progress and managing budgets while overseeing volunteer committees.
- Ensured timely and accurate submission of employee timesheets on a monthly basis.
- Supervised social service support workers and volunteers, effectively managing crisis intervention and emergency shelter services.
- Collaborated with various stakeholders, including government agencies, media, and corporate partners.
- Worked alongside other professionals and community service organizations to enhance service delivery.
- Developed and nurtured strong relationships with clients to foster trust and engagement.
Process Executive
Infosys
06.2013 - 09.2014
- Checked the insurance claims
- Assigned the claims to the team members
- Processed the claims on behalf of clients
- Adjudicated payment
- Trained new joiners on the process.
Education
Advanced Certificate - Global Tourism And Hospitality Management
North Island College
Comox Valley, Canada04.2022
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Human Resource Management
Sikkim Manipal University
India04.2017
Bachelor of Arts - English Language and Literature
MG University
India04.2013
Skills
- High-Volume Recruiting
- Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
- Interviewing & Evaluation Techniques
- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Training & Development
- Process Improvement & Metrics Management
- Strong Interpersonal Communication
- Problem Solving & Strategic Planning
- Multitasking
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
Awards
Best Performer & Spot Award Winner - HBCBS Process, Infosys BPO Ltd, 2014
References
Available upon request
Extracurricular Activities
Active member, National Service Scheme (NSS) Secretary and Student Representative, Women’s Club Winner, Inter College Arts Fest, Drama Competition
Projects
Study on Ending Homelessness in Vancouver Island
Languages
English
Full Professional
Malayalam
Native or Bilingual
Tamil
Professional Working
Timeline
National Talent Acquisition Specialist
Gordon Food Service
10.2022 - Current
Talent Acquisition Intern
Gordon Food Service
05.2022 - 10.2022
Team Member
Tim Hortons
01.2020 - 07.2021
Project Manager
Women's Organization in Rural Development
10.2014 - 12.2019
Process Executive
Infosys
06.2013 - 09.2014
Advanced Certificate - Global Tourism And Hospitality Management
North Island College
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Human Resource Management
Sikkim Manipal University
Bachelor of Arts - English Language and Literature
MG University
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