Scott's global perspective of workforce selection comes from his work with organizations around the world
on talent acquisition strategies ranging from large - volume hiring for start - ups to steady - state selection system operations.
Not exact matches
He is a partner of ValueAct Capital, a governance - oriented investment fund that invests in a concentrated portfolio of public companies and works actively with executives and boards of directors
on issues of
strategy, capital structure, mergers and
acquisitions, and
talent management.
Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in any forward - looking statements include, but are not limited to: changes in consumer discretionary spending; our eCommerce platform not producing the anticipated benefits within the expected time - frame or at all; the streamlining of the Company's vendor base and execution of the Company's new merchandising
strategy not producing the anticipated benefits within the expected time - frame or at all; the amount that we invest in strategic transactions and the timing and success of those investments; the integration of strategic
acquisitions being more difficult, time - consuming, or costly than expected; inventory turn; changes in the competitive market and competition amongst retailers; changes in consumer demand or shopping patterns and our ability to identify new trends and have the right trending products in our stores and
on our website; changes in existing tax, labor and other laws and regulations, including those changing tax rates and imposing new taxes and surcharges; limitations
on the availability of attractive retail store sites; omni - channel growth; unauthorized disclosure of sensitive or confidential customer information; risks relating to our private brand offerings and new retail concepts; disruptions with our eCommerce platform, including issues caused by high volumes of users or transactions, or our information systems; factors affecting our vendors, including supply chain and currency risks;
talent needs and the loss of Edward W. Stack, our Chairman and Chief Executive Officer; developments with sports leagues, professional athletes or sports superstars; weather - related disruptions and seasonality of our business; and risks associated with being a controlled company.
Alibaba has been following a similar investment
strategy to expand its business in other areas by relying
on management
talent that comes with
acquisitions and investments.
Campus to Career was selected based
on a three - part evaluation of such criteria as addressing the pain points of the
talent acquisition community, key contributions human resources has
on business success as well as staying
on top of the latest HR related news and business
strategies.
Trusted advisor to senior management and executives, influencing leadership
on talent strategies, retention, team development, skill shortage and top
talent acquisition
Quick Tips
on Managing Your LinkedIn Profile Times have changed significantly in terms of how to write a modern executive resume to land that coveted senior leadership role and how prospective employers execute
talent acquisition and placement
strategies.
As I mentioned in Part 1 of this series
on how to build a balanced
talent acquisition strategy, in my eyes there are two types of recruiting: proactive and reactive..
While HR Professionals will greatly benefit from a more organized and cost effective
on - boarding process that e-learning technologies provide, there are some awesome
strategies for recruiters and
talent acquisition specialists.
Drawing
on her years of experience leading
talent acquisition and conducting executive interviews, Job Search and Interview Coach Amy Phillip can work with you
on your overall job search
strategy and serve as an ongoing sounding board and advisor throughout the duration of your search.
Business Development and Sales Management — Duties & Responsibilities Lead through example with consistent work ethic and professionalism, while performing sales and marketing presentations, overseeing business development functions, and managing / leveraging key business relationships Perform needs - based analyses and situational assessments for clients to position most appropriate product / service, generating increased revenue through improved close ratios as well as referral / repeat customer business Collaborate in all phases of strategic planning with senior - level management and customers, including cost budgeting, pricing
strategies, vendor negotiations, revenue projections, and industry competition Provide continuous assessment of key markets and potential clients, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding effective business
acquisition strategies, prospecting techniques, client service, pricing, and market trends Identify and utilize
talent among team members with focused training, targeted professional recruitment, and the promotion of a performance - based entrepreneurial environment that leverages individual
talents for group benefit Install support staff to aid in effective sales, marketing, and client service operations, delegating important tasks and assignments while providing timely follow - up to ensure task completion Address key client queries and resolve them in an expedited manner, promoting sustained revenue growth through client retention, word - of - mouth marketing, and the leveraging of cross-sales opportunities Create and implement marketing and sales
strategies and promotional programs, while tracking progress versus established internal and external industry benchmarks with a focus
on revenue generation, cost control, networking, and staff success Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of respective products / services and related marketplaces, including pricing and regulatory trends, customer demands, competitor
strategies, and industry developments Collaborate effectively with all relevant parties, conveying information in a clear and concise manner while listening effectively to critical input, critiques, suggestions, and guidance Utilize knowledge of various technology - based applications, including ACT, Genesis, Calyx Point, Encompass, DU / LP, and Assetwise Act as a liaison between clients, vendors, sales and support staff, and other members of the executive management team
Executive Management Duties & Responsibilities Provide effective solutions to complex issues such as cost budgeting, pricing
strategies, vendor negotiations, revenue projections, purchasing and sales negotiations, business development tactics and industry competition Identify and develop
talent among team members with targeted recruitment, focused training efforts and the promotion of a performance - based work environment that leverages individual
talents for group benefit Utilize needs - and situation - based assessments to manage costs and capital outlays and determine potential ROI Participate heavily in all marketing, branding, public relations and communications activities Develop leadership team and support staff to aid in efficient business operations, sales and marketing functions, and client service execution, delegating important tasks and assignments while monitoring for effective resolution Lead through example with consistent work ethic, attitude, and professionalism, while performing sales presentations, overseeing market operation and business development, creating new revenue channels and managing key vendor and client relationships Collaborate in all phases of strategic planning with senior - level management, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding effective
acquisition strategies, pricing, market trends, and operational structures Assess and expand key markets and potential business ventures while ensuring operational efficiency and solid execution of corporate mission Create and implement marketing and sales
strategies while tracking progress versus established internal and external benchmarks, focusing
on both revenue generation as well as cost control Maintain a strong working knowledge of the products, services and respective marketplace, including pricing and regulatory trends, competitor
strategies, general economic conditions and other business metrics Act as a liaison between staff, clients, and other management members to resolve issues in a timely manner
Sales and Business Management — Duties & Responsibilities Lead through example with consistent work ethic and professionalism, while assisting in and performing sales presentations, collaborating in business development functions, and both managing and leveraging key business relationships Perform and aid in the execution of needs - based analyses and situational assessments for clients to position most appropriate products and services, generating increased revenue through improved close ratios Collaborate in all phases of strategic planning with management and other sales professionals, including cost budgeting, pricing
strategies, vendor negotiations, revenue projections, and industry competition Provide continuous assessment of key markets and potential clients, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding effective business
acquisition strategies, prospecting techniques, client service, pricing, and market trends Apply
talent among team members with focused communications and the promotion of a performance - based entrepreneurial environment that leverages individual
talents for group benefit Utilize and work closely with support staff to aid in effective sales, marketing, and client service operations, delegating important tasks and assignments while providing timely follow - up to ensure task completion Address key client queries and resolve them in an expedited manner, promoting sustained revenue growth through client retention, word - of - mouth marketing, and the leveraging of cross-sales opportunities Create and implement marketing and sales
strategies and promotional programs, while tracking progress versus established internal and external industry benchmarks with a focus
on revenue generation and cost control Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of respective products, services, and related marketplaces, including pricing and regulatory trends, customer demands, competitor
strategies, and industry developments Collaborate effectively with all relevant parties, conveying information in a clear and concise manner while listening effectively to critical input, critiques, suggestions, and guidance Act as a liaison between clients, vendors, sales and support staff, and executive management
Sales Management and Business Development — Duties & Responsibilities Lead through example with consistent work ethic and professionalism, while overseeing sales and marketing operations, executing critical business development functions, and both managing and leveraging key business, client, and vendor relationships Perform needs - based analyses and situational assessments to develop, market, and improve products and services, generating increased revenue through improved close ratios with customer - focused and consultative sales
strategies Collaborate in all phases of strategic business planning with other senior - level management personnel, including cost budgeting, pricing
strategies, vendor negotiations, revenue projections and industry competition Provide continuous assessment of key markets, territories, and potential clients, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding effective business
acquisition strategies, prospecting techniques, client service, pricing and market trends Identify and utilize sales
talent among team members with focused solution - based training, targeted professional recruitment, and the promotion of a performance - based entrepreneurial environment that leverages individual
talents for group benefit Install sales, marketing and support personnel to aid in effective sales, marketing and CRM operations, delegating important tasks and assignments while providing timely follow - up to ensure task completion Address key client queries and resolve them in an expedited manner, promoting sustained revenue growth through client retention and the leveraging of related cross-business opportunities Create and implement marketing campaigns, sales
strategies and promotional programs, while tracking progress versus established internal and external industry benchmarks with a focus
on revenue generation and cost control Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of respective products, services, and related marketplaces, including pricing and regulatory trends, customer demands, competitor
strategies and industry developments Act as a liaison between clients, vendors, sales and support staff, and other members of the management team
Regional Restaurant Management — Duties & Responsibilities Lead through example with consistent work ethic, attitude, and professionalism, supervising the facilitation of food sales, overseeing restaurant operations and promoting a high - quality, memorable customer dining experience Participate in all phases of strategic store - level planning with other management professionals, including local staffing, service - related concerns, inventory control, merchandising, sales and revenue projections, and local competition Employ various
strategies to manage and reduce food, beverage and labor expenses Supervise all store opening and closing functions, including the
acquisition and sale of all equipment, state and county inspections, general contractor relations, hiring and terminations, and financial data transmission Perform continuous assessment of all operational aspects while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding the effective application and execution of critical internal policies and procedures to standardize restaurant offering across markets Meet and exceed customer satisfaction benchmarks while tracking progress versus established branch and corporate guidelines Identify and utilize
talent among team members with focused training efforts, targeted professional hiring, job fair management and the promotion of a performance - based work environment that leverages individual
talents for group benefit Provide relevant administration and oversight with respect to all HR - related functions, including payroll and compliance tasks Oversee the management of daily, weekly and monthly food and supply inventories, in addition to alcohol products, while holding responsibility for the development of weekly P&L statements and internal store audit execution Address local management and staff queries and resolve them in an expedited manner, promoting sustained revenue growth through relationship development and the leveraging of both
talent and resources at all locations Collaborate and communicate effectively with all store personnel as well as with members of corporate management Execute all marketing and sales
strategies while tracking progress versus established internal and external industry benchmarks, focusing
on both revenue generation, customer
acquisition and brand loyalty development Maintain a strong working knowledge of product and services as well as related industry considerations, including pricing and regulatory trends, service - related issues and local competitor operations
Sales, Marketing and Business Development — Duties & Responsibilities Lead through example with consistent work ethic and professionalism, while aiding and performing sales and marketing presentations, overseeing business development functions, and both managing and leveraging key business relationships Perform needs - based analyses and situational assessments for clients to position most appropriate products and services, generating increased revenue through improved close ratios Collaborate in all phases of strategic planning with senior - level management and customers, including cost budgeting, pricing
strategies, vendor negotiations, revenue projections and industry competition Provide continuous assessment of key markets and potential clients, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding effective business
acquisition strategies, prospecting techniques, client service, pricing, and market trends Identify and utilize
talent among team members with focused product and service training along with the promotion of a performance - based entrepreneurial environment that leverages individual
talents for group benefit Utilize support staff to aid in effective sales, marketing, and client service operations, delegating important tasks and assignments while providing timely follow - up to ensure task completion Address key customer and vendor queries while resolving them in an expedited manner, promoting sustained revenue growth through client retention and the leveraging of cross-sales opportunities Create, implement and achieve marketing and sales
strategies and promotional programs, while tracking progress versus established internal and external industry benchmarks with a focus
on revenue generation, cost control, networking, and staff success Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of respective products / services and related marketplaces, including pricing and regulatory trends, customer demands, competitor
strategies and industry developments Collaborate effectively with all relevant parties, conveying information in a clear and concise manner while listening effectively to critical input, critiques, suggestions and guidance as well as adhering to all related laws, policies, procedures and guidelines Act as a liaison between clients, vendors, sales and support staff, and executive management
Business Development Management — Duties & Responsibilities Lead through example with consistent work ethic and professionalism, while performing technical marketing presentations, overseeing business development functions and both managing and leveraging key business relationships Perform needs - based analyses and situational assessments to position and implement most appropriate services Collaborate in all phases of strategic planning with senior - level management and clients, including budgeting, service
strategies, technical considerations, insurance vendor negotiations, revenue projections and industry competition Provide continuous assessment of key markets and potential clients, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding effective business
acquisition strategies, technical assistance, project management, pricing and industry trends Utilize
talent among team members with focused communications and the promotion of a performance - based entrepreneurial environment that leverages individual
talents for group benefit Employ support staff to aid in effective marketing and technical client service operations, delegating important tasks and assignments while providing timely follow - up to ensure task completion Address key client queries and resolve them in an expedited manner, promoting sustained revenue growth through client retention, referral marketing and the leveraging of cross-sales opportunities Execute marketing and sales
strategies and related promotional programs, while tracking progress versus established internal and external industry benchmarks with a focus
on revenue generation, cost control and product success Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of respective products and services and related marketplaces, including regulatory trends, customer demands, home care and infusion considerations, product advances and industry developments Collaborate effectively with all relevant parties, conveying information in a clear and concise manner while listening effectively to critical input, critiques, suggestions and guidance Act as a liaison between clients, vendors, sales and support staff, and executive management
Sales Management and Business Operations — Duties & Responsibilities Lead through example with consistent work ethic, attitude, and professionalism, performing sales presentations, overseeing branch operations / development, and the management of vendor relationships Collaborate in all phases of strategic planning with senior - level management, including cost budgeting, pricing
strategies, vendor negotiations, revenue projections, and industry competition Provide continuous assessment of territory and potential clients, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding effective business
acquisition strategies, pricing, and market trends Identify and utilize
talent among team members with focused training efforts, targeted sales professional recruitment, and the promotion of a performance - based work environment Develop support staff to aid in effective sales, marketing, and client service operations, delegating important tasks and assignments while providing timely follow - up to ensure task completion Address key client queries, including contractor and inventory issues, and resolve them in an expedited manner, promoting sustained revenue growth through client retention Create and implement marketing and sales
strategies while tracking progress versus established internal and external industry benchmarks, focusing
on both revenue generation as well as cost control Maintain a strong working knowledge of the product and respective marketplace, including pricing and regulatory trends as well as competitor
strategies and product growth Act as a liaison between clients, vendors, sales and support staff, and executive management to facilitate information flow and drive operational efficiency
Sales Management — Duties & Responsibilities Lead through example with consistent work ethic, attitude, and professionalism, performing sales presentations, overseeing district operations / development, and the management of strategic business relationships Collaborate in all phases of strategic planning with senior - level management, including cost budgeting, pricing
strategies, vendor negotiations, revenue projections, and industry competition Provide continuous assessment of territory and potential clients, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding effective business
acquisition strategies, pricing, and market trends Identify and utilize
talent among team members with focused training efforts, targeted sales professional recruitment, and the promotion of a performance - based work environment Develop support staff to aid in effective sales, marketing, and client service operations, delegating important tasks and assignments while providing timely follow - up to ensure task completion Address key client queries and resolve them in an expedited manner, promoting sustained revenue growth through client retention and the leveraging of cross-sales opportunities Create and implement marketing and sales
strategies while tracking progress versus established internal and external industry benchmarks, focusing
on both revenue generation as well as cost control Maintain a strong working technical knowledge of the products / services and respective marketplace, including pricing and regulatory trends as well as competitor
strategies and product growth Act as a liaison between clients, vendors, sales and support staff, and executive management to facilitate information flow and drive operational efficiency
Sales Management and Business Development — Duties & Responsibilities Lead through example with consistent work ethic and professionalism, while overseeing sales and marketing operations, executing critical business development functions, and both managing and leveraging key business, client, and vendor relationships Perform needs - based analyses and situational assessments to develop, market, and improve products and services, generating increased revenue through improved close ratios with customer - focused and consultative sales
strategies Collaborate in all phases of strategic business planning with other senior - level management personnel, including cost budgeting, pricing
strategies, vendor negotiations, revenue projections, and industry competition Provide continuous assessment of key markets and potential clients, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding effective business
acquisition strategies, prospecting techniques, client service, pricing, and market trends Identify and utilize
talent among team members with focused training, targeted professional recruitment, and the promotion of a performance - based entrepreneurial environment that leverages individual
talents for group benefit Install sales, marketing, and support staff to aid in effective sales, marketing, and client service operations, delegating important tasks and assignments while providing timely follow - up to ensure task completion Address key client queries and resolve them in an expedited manner, promoting sustained revenue growth through client retention and the leveraging of related business opportunities Create and implement marketing and sales
strategies and promotional programs, while tracking progress versus established internal and external industry benchmarks with a focus
on revenue generation and cost control Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of respective products, services, and related marketplaces, including pricing and regulatory trends, customer demands, competitor
strategies, and industry developments Utilize familiarity with various marketing media, technology applications and software, compensation arrangements, budget operations, quality assurance processes, and territory management Act as a liaison between clients, vendors, sales and support staff, and other members of the executive management team