Zach Sweeney
Chicago
Summary
Dynamic Global Talent Acquisition Operations Lead at MIQ Digital with expertise in advanced candidate sourcing and strategic communications. Proven track record in streamlining processes and enhancing efficiency, while fostering strong partner relationships. Adept at data analysis and demonstrating empathy, driving continuous improvement in talent acquisition across the globe.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Global Talent Acquisition Operations Lead
MIQ Digital
10.2021 - Current
- Partner with the business to identify hiring priorities.
- Employed advanced sourcing strategies to identify and attract top talent.
- Run full life cycle recruiting for all departments in the business in the US, Canada, EMEA, LATAM and a bit in APAC. Special focus on commercial roles including but not limited to sales, trading, account management, strategy, partnerships, marketing, and product.
- Go-to for recruiting executive positions reporting into the C-Suite.
- Streamlined operational workflows to enhance efficiency across the Talent Acquisition department.
- Led cross-functional teams in implementing process improvements and best practices.
- Developed training programs for staff, fostering skill growth and operational knowledge.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for continuous improvement initiatives.
- Coordinated resource allocation to ensure optimal project execution and task completion.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts to reduce costs and enhance service delivery.
- Own all talent systems including implementation, administration, reporting, and selection. Systems covered in this role include but not limited to Workday, Greenhouse, Goodtime, Gem, HumanPredictions, etc.
Research/Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Objective Paradigm
06.2019 - 10.2021
- Partner with client businesses in both direct hire and RPO models.
- Strategically sourced talent across a wide range of industries and organizations working on roles in engineering, sales, trading, consulting, and more.
- Developed sourcing strategies and process improvements for clients that I worked with full time on various contracts.
- Companies I worked with on the RPO side were in verticals such as insurance, ERP systems, healthcare tech, and more.
- Moved into a sales development role reporting to the Co-Founder and CRO of the business identifying opportunities to sell RPO services to companies with VC/PE backed funding.
Education
Bachelor of Science - History
University of Missouri
Columbia, Missouri, MO05-2018
Skills
- Advanced Candidate Sourcing Techniques
- End-to-end Talent Acquisition
- Contract Negotiation
- Partner Relationship Management
- Strategic Communications
- ATS Proficiency
- Data Analysis
- Reporting
- Compliance and Legal Knowledge
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Time Management and Organization
- EQ and Empathy
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Global Talent Acquisition Operations Lead
MIQ Digital
10.2021 - Current
Research/Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Objective Paradigm
06.2019 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science - History
University of Missouri