Joe Castillo
About Joe Castillo
Joe Castillo is a seasoned Multicultural and Retail Management Recruiter at Advance Auto Parts, where he has worked for over 16 years. He has extensive experience in recruitment and management, specializing in sourcing bilingual candidates.
Current Role at Advance Auto Parts
Joe Castillo serves as a Multicultural/Retail Management Recruiter at Advance Auto Parts, a position he has held since 2008. In this role, he focuses on direct recruitment by engaging with local businesses to identify potential candidates. He specializes in recruiting bilingual candidates and has developed strategies to source them in markets where they are difficult to find. Castillo conducts follow-ups with candidates at 30, 60, and 90-day intervals to ensure they receive proper training through the N-host system.
Previous Experience at Advance Auto Parts
Before his current role, Joe Castillo held various positions at Advance Auto Parts. He worked as a General Manager from 1992 to 2008, accumulating 16 years of experience in leadership and store management. He also served as a Retail Management Recruiter for one month in 2009 and as a Store/General Manager from 1992 to 2000 for eight years. His extensive tenure at Advance Auto Parts has provided him with a deep understanding of retail operations and management.
Education and Training
Joe Castillo studied Business Management at Virginia Western, where he achieved an Applied Science degree from 2003 to 2005. He also attended Muir Technical College Palm, where he has been studying since 1988. His educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary for effective management and recruitment in the retail sector.
Human Resources Management Experience
In addition to his roles at Advance Auto Parts, Joe Castillo worked as an HR Manager from 2005 to 2010. During this five-year period, he gained valuable experience in human resources management, which complements his recruitment efforts. His expertise includes utilizing DDI testing as part of the candidate screening process before referring them for further interviews.