Employee Relations Talent Acquisition

Kelvin D. Pruitt, Sr.

Staffing & Operations Leader Talent Acquisition Expert Warehouse Supervisor

Phone: 901-***-**** Email: ************@*****.*** *********@*****.***

Kelvin D. Pruitt, Sr. is an accomplished professional with over a decade of experience in staffing management, employee relations, operations supervision, and full-cycle recruiting. He has led large-scale hiring efforts, managed staffing for warehouse and distribution environments, and partnered closely with field and executive leaders to develop and execute talent strategies. With strong leadership in employee retention, onboarding, and HR liaison roles, he demonstrates a consistent track record of aligning recruitment processes with organizational goals.

Key Roles:

Staffing and Employee Relations Manager

eLink Recruiting Solutions, Atlanta, GA

January 2023 – July 2023

●Oversaw full-cycle recruitment for light industrial, administrative, and logistics roles.

●Managed employee relations issues, conducted investigations, and implemented corrective action plans.

●Developed and maintained client relationships to understand hiring needs and workforce challenges.

●Tracked key staffing metrics and maintained compliance with federal and state labor laws.

●Trained and supervised a team of recruiters to meet performance targets and service expectations.

Floor Supervisor

Corky’s Warehouse, Memphis, TN

August 2022 – October 2022

●Supervised daily warehouse operations, including shipping, receiving, and inventory management.

●Coordinated with team leads to ensure timely order fulfillment and adherence to quality standards.

●Trained new employees on safety procedures, equipment usage, and company protocols.

●Resolved workflow bottlenecks and provided hands-on support to meet production goals.

Operations Supervisor

Lanter Distributing, Memphis, TN

December 2021 – July 2022

●Led daily logistics operations in a high-volume distribution center environment.

●Scheduled drivers, optimized delivery routes, and ensured compliance with DOT regulations.

●Implemented safety initiatives, resulting in reduced workplace incidents.

●Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Talent Advisor / Account Manager / On-site Manager

Kelly Services, Memphis, TN

April 2013 – September 2021

●Acted as primary point of contact for key accounts, managing workforce solutions and staffing plans.

●Recruited, onboarded, and managed hundreds of contingent workers across multiple industries.

●Conducted client site visits, handled escalations, and delivered staffing performance reports.

●Partnered with HR and hiring managers to design recruitment strategies and retention programs.

●Managed payroll, timekeeping, and compliance for large on-site operations

Education:

• 2015 - 2018 Bachelor’s Degree, Lancaster Bible College

• Additional studies at Belhaven University and White Station High School

Core Skills:

• Talent Acquisition & Retention

• Operations & Warehouse Management

• Employee Relations & Coaching

• Strategic Recruiting & Employer Branding

• ATS/HRIS systems: Workday, Kronos, talentReef, IQN, JDA

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Docs, and other workflow platforms

Strengths:

• Excellent communicator and team builder

• Analytical problem-solver with strong judgment

• Client-focused with a keen sense for business growth and operational efficiency

References: Available upon request

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