Zachary McGuire

• Led strategic sourcing strategies and campaigns to identify and engage high-impact talent using Boolean search, X-ray techniques, and advanced sourcing tools like LinkedIn Recruiter. • Partnered with recruiters, hiring managers, and business leaders to define talent profiles and deliver data-driven sourcing strategies aligned with workforce planning and organizational goals. • Managed candidate pipelines through ATS and CRM platforms, ensuring accurate talent tracking, pipeline health, and reporting metrics for stakeholder visibility. • Contributed to global sourcing initiatives, driving process optimization, and the adoption of best practices across regional and enterprise-wide talent acquisition teams. • Technologies sourced for: Java, Python, TypeScript/JavaScript, React, Angular, Node.js, .NET, SQL, AWS, Azure, GCP, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab), Snowflake, Databricks, Kafka, Linux/Windows Administration, IT Support, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity (SOC/SIEM), ServiceNow.

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle—from requisition kickoff through onboarding—to ensure efficient processes and timely, high‑quality hires. • Collaborate with hiring managers to develop targeted job descriptions and clearly define role requirements that align talent strategies with business objectives. • Lead comprehensive interviews and candidate evaluations to identify top‑fit talent aligned with organizational culture and goals. • Cultivate a positive candidate experience through proactive communication, structured feedback, and a smooth, transparent hiring process. • Leverage recruitment data, insights, and market trends to strengthen stakeholder relationships and inform strategic talent decisions. • Maintain and report key recruiting analytics through weekly dashboards and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement. • Technologies sourced for: Embedded Engineering, C/C++, Python, MATLAB/Simulink, Automotive Diagnostics, CAN bus systems, PLC/Automation, Manufacturing IT, SAP, Oracle, Cloud (AWS/Azure), Data Analytics, Robotics/Automation Systems.

• Directed comprehensive recruitment operations, from strategic planning through candidate selection and offer management, achieving a 70% rise in successful placements • Collaborated cross-functionally to address intricate hiring challenges, delivering solutions that improved hiring efficiency by over 50%. • Generated and presented weekly recruiting metrics and activity reports to executive leadership, enhancing transparency and decision-making. • Engage with universities, attend career fairs, and host career days to cultivate relationships with prospective candidates and educational institutions, enhancing employer branding and attracting top talent from collegiate communities • Leveraged social networking, direct sourcing, cold calling, and referrals to cultivate a robust talent pipeline, increasing candidate quality. • Mentored & manage junior recruiters, promoting knowledge sharing, collaboration, and continuous improvement in sourcing performance and candidate engagement.

• Collaborated with recruiters and hiring managers to strategize candidate acquisition for Product Growth, Engineering, & Reality Labs groups. • Coordinated cross-functionally with various business units, including Instagram, WhatsApp, and Facebook, to fulfill critical staffing needs. • Developed and implemented inclusive search strategies for Niche and high complexity roles utilizing different search platforms including LinkedIn, HireEZ, Seekout, etc. • Monitored pipeline activity and cultivated partnerships to effectively influence stakeholders. • Technologies sourced for: Software Engineering (Python, PHP, Hack, C++, React, React Native), Machine Learning/ML Ops, Data Science, Data Engineering, AR/VR (Unity, Unreal, C#), Product Engineering, Reality Labs hardware/software, Mobile (iOS/Android), Infrastructure, Distributed Systems.

• Managed and consulted on all aspects of the end-to-end hiring process, sourcing external talent for supply chain, R&D, marketing, engineering, business, and other various departments and functions. • Led intake meetings and effectively collaborated with hiring teams. • Identified, developed, and implemented sourcing initiatives and strategies. • Developed and pre-screened diverse slates of qualified candidates. • Managed and consulted on interview debriefs and final candidate selection process. • Partnered with different universities to build relationships and host career days with students. • Collaborated with HR and Compensation teams to create salary recommendations and extend job offers. • Engaged with universities, attended career fairs, and hosted career days to cultivate relationships with prospective candidates and educational institutions, enhancing employer branding. • Coordinated interviews, created and negotiated offers, and assisted with onboarding new team members. • Created, developed, and executed departmental and individual projects related to recruiting, employment value propositions, and job description development.

• Recruited, assessed, and selected qualified candidates for exempt and non-exempt roles across over five markets on the East Coast. • Coordinated interviews, offers, and onboarding of new team members. • Executed generalist duties including benefits and workers' compensation administration, employee relations and investigations, leaves of absence, recruiting, and training for a region with 600+ employees. • Responded to employment inquiries, leading to decreased attrition rates. • Assisted in developing and implementing HR policies and procedures. • Applied knowledge of employment law and labor relations to guide company members on ER issues. • Conducted location visits to ensure compliance with state and OSHA regulations.

• Established recruiting requirements by studying organization plans and objectives, meeting with talent acquisition partners to discuss needs. • Built applicant sources by contacting community services, colleges, employment agencies, recruiters, media, and internet sites. • Attracted applicants by placing job advertisements using newsgroups and job sites. • Determined applicant qualifications by interviewing applicants and analyzing responses. • Evaluated applicants by discussing job requirements and qualifications with managers, interviewing applicants on consistent criteria.