Friday, October 23, 2009

Accomplishments

  • Project Director – Field Operations Startup – 750,000 sq. ft. facility & 500 hires
  • Develop recruiting strategies that continually replenishes the candidate pipeline
  • Superior performance rating for establishing good working relationships with cognizant company supervision and external customers
  • Continually meet staffing objectives on time and within budget
  • Received numerous recognition awards for recruiting assignments, managing time sensitive projects, continually meeting staffing objectives on time and within budget
  • Superior performance for productivity and economic efficiency in significantly reducing the cost per hire
  • High recognition for behavioral based interviewing and selection programs to properly assess skill sets and competencies of candidates
  • Developed and implemented performance metrics within the hiring process
  • 100% success defending alleged allegations of discrimination and EEOC Affirmative Action compliance audits
  • Achieved in excess of 100% bonus compensation by exceeding annual performance expectations
  • Replaced over 75 IT contractors with regular employees to turn around a failed ERP Oracle Implementation and significantly lower labor costs

Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Talent Acquisition Flyer

S. Reynolds & Associates, Inc. has 30 years of Talent Acquisition experience.

Executive Search • Retained Search • On-Site Contract Recruiting • Startups • AAP/OFCCP Audits

• Executive Search – Develop strategic executive full cycle staffing business process applications for hiring corporate executives and professionals across all industries and organizations
• Retained Search
o $10,000 Invoiced upon acceptance of recruiting contract
o Final payment invoiced upon candidate start date
• Contract Recruiting – Negotiated contract term, hourly rate, and time on-site
• Startups – high volume hiring of management and hourly personnel
• AAP/OFCCP Audits – Affirmative Action Development, Training, and OFCCP compliance

Results driven professionals expert in establishing collaborative working relationships in support of talent acquisition through pro-active and creative programs.

Previous experience includes Talent Acquisition department head positions with APL Logistics, AT&T, Sperry Defense Electronics Systems and as a contractor for Masco Contractor Services.

I specialize in putting together business deals with clients and all work comes with a 100% money back guarantee.

Visit http://www.home.comcast.net/~sjoakman
to view a complete list of services, experience, and professional recommendations.

Steve Oakman, CEO
S. Reynolds & Associates, Inc.
904-371-3911 (Office)
904-704-1487 (Mobile)

Monday, October 12, 2009

Executive Search

Develop strategic executive full cycle staffing business process applications for hiring corporate executives and professionals.

Industries: Supply Chain Logistics; IT; Consumer Electronics; Defense Electronics; Consumer Durables; Consumer Packaged Goods; Retail; Automotive; Banking; Finance; Medical; Construction; Healthcare; Energy & Utilities; Agriculture; Utilities; Manufacturing; Wholesale Trade; Transportation & Warehousing; Insurance; Scientific & Technical; Waste Management; Educational; Arts & Entertainment; Accommodation & Food Services; Media; Mining and Public Administration.

Job Level: President, Vice President, CEO, CFO, CTO, COO, Comptroller, Controller, Director.
Organizations: Logistics & Supply Chain; HR; Operations; Finance; IT; Software Development; Sales; Business Development; Marketing; Legal; Engineering; Manufacturing; Production; Administration; Procurement, R&D; Customer Service; and Quality.

Research has shown that cognitive aptitude tests are much more accurate predictors of job performance than are other widely used employee selection techniques. Measures a candidate's ability to learn, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and reasoning abilities.

Employment personality tests are a valuable tool for gaining insights into the interaction style, character traits, and behavioral patterns of individuals, and are designed to assess the aspects of a person's personality that remain stable throughout an individual's lifetime.

Skills tests measure basic competencies that are typically associated with essential work activities for a wide variety of jobs.

We determine if the candidate has had normal and successful career progression, determine through behavioral based interviewing if the candidate will excel within your organization, and conduct a face to face meeting to determine their interpersonal skills, management style and overall fit into your organizational culture. Reference checks are conducted.

We will present to you the three top candidates.

Thursday, October 8, 2009

Recommendations

CEO, Vice President Recruiting
S. Reynolds & Associates, Inc.

“Steve, Is a great person with a Dynamic personality who gets the job done. And will not rest until it is complete and correct Usually long before it is due. he is also a very detail kind of person crossing all t's and dot all I's . Very dependable and a strong Team player we can all learn from his past accomplishments.
Bob RobertsSeptember 14, 2009

Bob Roberts, Estimator/Engineering Associate, L-3 Communications
worked with Steve at S. Reynolds & Associates, Inc.

“Steve was hired as a contract recruiter by
MCS to fill growing needs of the IT department. He had a big task in front of him and had filled a large number of positions on an accelerated timeline. Steve came across to me as a highly organized individual who obviously had been faced with such challenges in his career. He set up regular meetings with me and the other hiring managers, kept us updated on all the candidates he received and challenged us to keep up with him to get these positions filled without coming across as pushy or compromising on our hiring standards. The proof of Steve's performance was evident when we were able to fill all our requirements on or ahead of our proposed schedule.” September 11, 2009
Top qualities: Great Results, On Time, Creative

Adhir Chobe, Chief Information Officer,
Masco Contractor Services
hired Steve as a Recruiter in 2008

“I've had the pleasure of working with Steve on several recruiting trips for
Masco Contractor Services. What I observed was someone who is very dedicated to carrying out the objectives that are assigned to him. Steve exhibits professionalism, enthusiasm, and a broad knowledge of the recruiting process. I highly recommend Steve for any positions that you may have that match his skill set.” September 4, 2009

David Beery, Director, Operational Support Services,
Masco Contractor Services
worked with Steve at S. Reynolds & Associates, Inc.


“It was a great opportunity to reconnect and work with Steve. He continues to be a high energy and extremely knowledgable HR professional that is up-to-date with the current happenings in many different industries. It doesn't take him long to put a project plan in place to get the job done in the most efficient, cost effective way possible.” October 23, 2009


Laurie Czechowski, Independent HR Consultant, Masco Contractor Services (business partner)


Senior Staffing Manager
APL Logistics (GATX Logistics)


“To whom it may concern: I am pleasured to recommend my business associate Steve Oakman. I worked closely with Steve for several years during my time at APL Logistics. I have always been impressed with his work. Apart from the fact that Steve recruited me for my role in APL Logistics, he was also instrumental in staffing a large workforce for a startup operation in Cincinnati, OH (52 Managers and Supervisors and over 1000 workers). His work was one of the major factors that contributed to the success of that startup business. He continued to support my management recruiting needs throughout my tenure. I whole heartedly would without any reservation recommend Steve to anyone seeking a professional management recruiter. Sincerely, Rick Bedwell Senior Vice President, Contract Logistic EMENA UTi Worldwide”


Rick Bedwell, General Manager, APL Logistics

worked with Steve at APL Logistics (GATX Logistics)


“Steve has great vision and has tremendous ability to identify high performing individuals that fit with an organizations culture, strategy and values. It was a pleasure working with him-he is an outstanding team player.” October 4, 2009

Rosario R. Rizzo, VP/GM Logistics , Americas,
APL
managed Steve indirectly at
APL Logistics (GATX Logistics)

“Steve was an important part in helping us out in the field to find the truly capable personnel that fit our requirements for the open positions we had. His attention to detail and gaining the insights into the required skills for each of the positions and making sure the financial requirements were met. Made for good qualified additions to our Management teams.”
September 25, 2009

Tim Erickson, Group General Manager,
APL Logistics
worked with Steve at
APL Logistics (GATX Logistics)

“Steve has excellent database of talent in third party industry. He is able to perform key searches from his office or onsite for large startup operations. He is able to bring large number of candidates in a short time period. Steve has been in the 3PL industry for 30 years so he brings the industry knowledge needed to support the 3PL environment.”
September 25, 2009
Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, Good Value

Daniel Montgomery, VP Business Development,
APL Logistics
hired Steve as a Recruiter in 2002

“It's a privilege to write a quick recommendation for Steve. He has always exuded confidence, creativity, and enthusiasm when addressing challenges. Steve is a self motivated, very diligent individual with excellent perceptive skills. He brings a level-headed business maturity to the work environment. Steve conveys a terrific sense of humor and demonstrates an ease of presence as well as an instinct for listening when working with others. It was a pleasure to work with him.” September 4, 2009

Les Walls, Vice President, Bonded Logistics, Inc.
managed Steve indirectly at
APL Logistics (GATX Logistics)

“Steve is a true results driven professional and his work is top notch. Over the past twelve years he has assisted me personally in conducting multiple senior executive talent searches throughout
North America always with great success. I give him my highest possible recommendation.” September 3, 2009

Mark Hanson, Director of Operations,
APL Logistics
worked directly with Steve at
APL Logistics (GATX Logistics)

“Steve has a special talent when it comes to sourcing quality candidates. He has been asked to fill several positions for me in the past and every time I ended up with 3 to 4 excellent individuals to choose from.”
September 2, 2009

Brett Harper, VP Contract Development,
APL Logistics
managed Steve indirectly at
APL Logistics (GATX Logistics)


“I had the pleasure of reporting directly to Steve at APL (GATX Logistics). He is, by far, the best manager I've ever worked for in my career. There was never any question what he expected of me and always gave credit, where credit was due. With his extensive knowledge and experience he mentored me into the HR professional that I am today.” October 23, 2009


Laurie Czechowski, Staffing Representative, APL Logistics (GATX Logistics) (colleague) reported to you


“I would recommend Steve at the highest levels for his ability to identify talent and quickly fill a need. Steve and I had the opportunity to work at APL Logistics together and during our time together he routinely impressed me with his business acumen and ability to get things done. I would highly recommend Steve.” October 24, 2009


David Poffenberger, Group General Manager, APL Logistics (colleague)
worked directly with Steve



Wednesday, September 2, 2009

Recruiting Solutions

Our methodology is simple

• Retained Search
o $10,000 Invoiced upon acceptance of recruiting contract
o Final payment invoiced upon candidate start date
• onsite contract recruiting
• startups
• retained executive search
• EEO/AAP Development; OFCCP Audits

Our mission

• find the best talent in today’s market where millions of job seekers exists
• reduce cost per hire
• reduce time to hire
• present candidates who are promotable
• build retention into on-boarding process for clients
• engage non-traditional sourcing strategies

Recruiting Services

Recruiting Services

Services Provided: retained search; contract recruiter, startups or project management

• Retained Search:
o $10,000 Invoiced upon acceptance of recruiting contract
o Final payment invoiced upon candidate start date
• Contract Recruiter: negotiated contract term, hourly rate, and time on-site
• Project Management: Startups; develop world class hiring practices; key personnel acquisition; integrated on-boarding process; implement metrics into your hiring; strategic planning; diversity recruiting; on-site EEO/AAP training; AAP development; competitor analysis