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Ryan Melanson

Burlington,ON

Summary

Experienced Talent Acquisition Manager who implements strategy and recruitment processes for attraction, recruiting and selection campaigns. Insightful and creative with strengths in partnering with cross-functional business executives to strategize personnel-management solutions. Known for identifying improvement opportunities and spearheading projects to drive effectiveness.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Talent Acquisition Manager

American Iron & Metal
04.2022 - Current
  • Implemented and aligned recruitment process for over 30 locations throughout North America, which resulted in a streamlined recruitment process for multiple business units.
  • Improved employer branding efforts by developing content for career websites and social media channels that highlighted organizational culture and values.
  • Managed a team of 8 talent acquisition professionals, fostering professional development opportunities, setting performance goals, and providing continuous support for success.
  • Implemented innovative sourcing strategies to attract top talent in a competitive job market.
  • Conducted regular evaluations of recruitment vendors to optimize budget allocation while maintaining high-quality services and deliverables. Including a 30% increase from Indeed impressions and applicants.
  • Enhanced the efficiency of talent acquisition processes by implementing data-driven strategies and streamlining workflows.
  • Reduced time-to-fill rates by enhancing our recruitment process and candidate pool by implementing job description and social media best practices.
  • Streamlined applicant tracking system usage for consistency in data reporting, enabling better decision-making in future recruitment efforts.

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

American Iron & Metal
09.2021 - 04.2022
  • Increased quality of hires through meticulous candidate screening, interviewing, and assessment techniques.
  • Negotiated competitive compensation packages with selected candidates, ensuring alignment with company budget constraints and internal equity standards.
  • Mentored junior recruiters on best practices in sourcing strategy development and effective interview techniques, elevating overall team performance.
  • Collaborated with HR team to develop a comprehensive onboarding process for new employees, improving retention rates.
  • Improved candidate experience by providing timely feedback and clear communication throughout the hiring process.
  • Created a robust talent pipeline by proactively identifying passive candidates through headhunting techniques and referrals.
  • Led recruitment efforts for high-profile executive searches, collaborating closely with senior leadership teams to identify ideal candidates.
  • Expanded candidate pool by leveraging social media platforms, job boards, and networking events to attract top-tier talent.

Recruiter/Project Manager

HEC Group
07.2016 - 09.2021
  • Highest billing project manager within firm since October 2016
  • Devise and execute strategic recruitment plans.
  • Managed clients requiring staffing services to determine number of hires, salary and job descriptions for long-term employees.
  • Developed salary proposals for new clients.
  • Cultivated relationships with clients to ensure retention in highly competitive staffing environment.
  • Maintained relationships with technical professionals to gain industry knowledge and obtain referrals.
  • Screened all applicants based on qualifications and background to meet and exceed rigorous standards.
  • Maintained thorough understanding and knowledge of current hiring practices, recruitment strategies and staffing industry trends.

Senior Account Executive

Hamilton Tiger-Cats
09.2015 - 07.2016
  • Managed a portfolio of 350 accounts totaling $410,000 in sales to date.
  • Managed the highest volume account in assigned territory.
  • Managed and led a team of 5 to successfully achieve and surpass quarterly sales target.
  • Formulated custom business plans for incoming account managers.

Account Executive

Hamilton Tiger-Cats
11.2013 - 09.2015
  • Created alternative business plans to improve customer relationships.
  • Developed new business opportunities by effectively communicating product lines to leading international corporations.
  • Created new revenue streams by cultivating successful partnerships with IBM Canada Ltd, Lackawanna Products Corporation and Giffen Vineyards, worth more than $70,000 of revenue in a 12 month time period.
  • Secured and managed the highest volume season ticket account in the organization.
  • Developed and managed two successful sales strategies that exceed revenue exceptions by 10%.

Account Service Representative

Hamilton Tiger-Cats
07.2012 - 11.2013
  • Managed a portfolio of 1,000 accounts totaling $800,000 in sales.
  • Managed and serviced over 1,000 Season Seat Holder accounts.
  • Uncovered and qualified prospects and sales opportunities in targeted markets using external resources.
  • Surpassed annual quota by 10%.
  • Successfully managed and lead a team of two through the relocation process into Tim Hortons Field.

Skills

  • Interviewing Techniques
  • Leadership
  • Coaching
  • Job Posting Optimization
  • Global Recruitment
  • Candidate Pipeline Management
  • Recruitment strategies
  • Talent management
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Applicant Tracking System Implementation
  • Job Analysis
  • Employer Branding
  • Data-driven decision-making
  • Vendor Management

Accomplishments

2008 Royal Canadian Legion Cadet Medal of Excellence

  • Met all requirements of the corps annual mandatory and optional training programs.
  • Participated in a minimum of three community service events, in addition to those supported by the cadet corps
  • Regarded by peers and superiors as exemplifying the model cadet in regards to leadership and deportment

2009 Lord Strathcona Medal

  • The Lord Strathcona medal, is the highest award which can bestowed upon a Canadian cadet.

Volunteer Work

2814 Royal Canadian Army Cadets, 2008-2015

  • Volunteered over 500 hours annually to the growth and maturation of youths
  • Developed curriculum for different Star Levels within the organization
  • Completed and led multiple leadership courses
  • Successfully planned and led multiple weekend training exercises including but not limited to: routes, meals and daily activities.

Timeline

Talent Acquisition Manager

American Iron & Metal
04.2022 - Current

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

American Iron & Metal
09.2021 - 04.2022

Recruiter/Project Manager

HEC Group
07.2016 - 09.2021

Senior Account Executive

Hamilton Tiger-Cats
09.2015 - 07.2016

Account Executive

Hamilton Tiger-Cats
11.2013 - 09.2015

Account Service Representative

Hamilton Tiger-Cats
07.2012 - 11.2013

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