Annabel K.

As a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist at KeHE Distributors, I partner with our Operations to attract and hire exceptional talent that keeps our distribution network running smoothly. I specialize in full-cycle recruiting for high-volume and leadership roles across warehouse operations and distribution center management. I’m passionate about building strong relationships with hiring managers, understanding the unique needs of each site, and designing sourcing strategies that bring in skilled, mission-aligned candidates. Whether I’m developing proactive pipelines, engaging diverse talent, coaching hiring leaders, or strengthening our recruitment processes, I’m committed to delivering a seamless, people-first hiring experience. What drives me most is contributing to KeHE’s mission of “Serving to Make Lives Better.” I take pride in connecting great people with meaningful careers while helping our teams grow and perform at their best. Core Strengths & Focus Areas Full-cycle recruiting • High-volume & specialized hiring Operations, supply chain, and warehouse recruiting Strategic sourcing & talent pipeline development Hiring manager partnership & advisory Candidate experience & employer branding DEI-focused recruitment strategies Process improvement & data-driven decision making

Richelieu Foods Inc., a Freiberger Group Company, is a leading national private label and contract packing food manufacturer focused on frozen pizza. Responsible for developing and executing a full-cycle recruitment process including sourcing, recruiting, selecting and placing qualified candidates into open positions. Identify and recruit professional level employee across Richelieu Foods North America operations. • Manage full cycle recruiting for Manufacturing and Corporate functions • Research and attract a diverse pool of candidates to fill open positions using technology based search techniques, social media and established external relationships. • Screen potential candidates by reviewing resumes and applications, conducting initial interviews, checking background/references, testing and other approved measures, coordinate offer letters, offer presentation and follow-up correspondence. • Develop relationships with internal stakeholders across multiple locations. Advise and align on recruiting strategy, future hiring needs, job descriptions, candidate landscape and selection. • Lead various talent acquisition initiatives that strengthen our employment brand and candidate journey. • Create job posting and recruitment advertising processes. • Manage external recruiter relationships across the Company. • Compile data for recruitment metrics and reporting. • Support new hire orientation.

• Recruited candidates from entry level to C-Level Executive • Staffed for Fortune 500 companies, Illinois, Washington, Georgia,Wisconsin • Prepared compensation packages for prospective hires and explained health care plans and packages • Wrote job descriptions, and worked with media team to create ads for social media • Utilized Social Networking / Social Media Recruiting, database mining and advanced Internet search techniques to discover a hidden candidate pool • Partnered with company managers in numerous departments to develop ways to improve client satisfaction and customer service. • Created and drove talent acquisition and job placement strategies to attract diverse candidates • Cooperated with company leaders in change management and talent solutions to gain competitive edge in job market • Acted as brand ambassador to educate candidates on culture, career growth, benefits and advantages of working for company • Supported positive candidate experience with frequent and timely communication throughout recruitment process • Created onboarding solutions to tailor options for all hiring needs • Analyzed recruiting metrics to share reports and recommendations with stakeholders • Performed in-person, phone and virtual interviews