Stephanie Merritt, Phr (She/Her)
About Stephanie Merritt, Phr (She/Her)
Stephanie Merritt is a Corporate Manager specializing in Talent Acquisition and Management at Breakthru Beverage Group, with over 20 years of experience in talent acquisition across various organizations. She has a strong background in staffing strategy and is recognized for her ability to manage complex recruitment processes and build effective relationships.
Work at Breakthru Beverage Group
Stephanie Merritt has been serving as the Corporate Manager of Talent Acquisition and Management Mdp's at Breakthru Beverage Group since 2011. In this role, she focuses on enhancing talent acquisition strategies and managing the recruitment processes within the organization. Her responsibilities include utilizing various Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to streamline recruitment and building comprehensive reports to analyze recruitment metrics. Stephanie's extensive experience in talent acquisition allows her to effectively contribute to the company's growth and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before her current position, Stephanie Merritt held several roles in human resources across various organizations. She worked at Osiris Therapeutics as a Senior Human Resources Manager from 2007 to 2011, where she managed HR functions. Prior to that, she was a Regional Recruiter at Radiologix from 2003 to 2006 and served as a Staffing Manager at Baxter International Inc. from 2000 to 2003. Additionally, she worked as a Senior Human Resources Generalist at Mgi Pharma for one year in 2006. Her career in human resources spans over two decades, providing her with a wealth of knowledge and expertise.
Education and Expertise
Stephanie Merritt possesses over 20 years of experience in talent acquisition, with a strong focus on building effective people operations in fast-paced corporate environments. She has a deep understanding of the academic cycle and campus recruiting procedures, which enhances her ability to communicate complex changes and participate in strategic discussions. Her functional expertise includes staffing strategy, internet and direct sourcing, pipeline building, metrics analysis, process simplification, and quality of hire measurement.
Skills in Stakeholder Management
Stephanie is recognized for her ability to influence through strong relationships and expertise. She has a successful track record of managing complex stakeholder sets, which is essential in her role in talent acquisition. Her skills in communicating large complex changes effectively contribute to her effectiveness as a trusted advisor within her organization. This capability allows her to adapt quickly to changing environments and execute tasks efficiently.
Long-standing Career in Human Resources
Stephanie Merritt's career in human resources began at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, where she worked as a Human Resources Generalist from 1989 to 1999 for a decade. This foundational experience set the stage for her subsequent roles in various organizations, allowing her to develop a comprehensive understanding of human resources practices and talent acquisition strategies. Her extensive background has equipped her with the skills necessary to excel in her current position.