Vanesa Soeung
About Vanesa Soeung
Vanesa Soeung is a Senior Recruiter specializing in P&E and Enterprise Sales at Convoy Inc, with extensive experience in recruitment across various industries, including technology and healthcare. She has held significant roles at companies such as Amazon and State Farm, contributing to the growth of startups and established firms alike.
Work at Convoy
Currently, Vanesa Soeung serves as a Senior Recruiter for P&E and Enterprise Sales at Convoy Inc. She has been with the company since 2021. In this role, she focuses on recruiting talent to support the company's operations and growth. Convoy is recognized for its innovative approach to the commercial trucking industry, which is valued at over $800 billion annually in the US. Vanesa's contributions are integral to the company's mission of transforming this industry through technology-driven solutions.
Previous Experience in Recruitment
Vanesa Soeung has extensive experience in recruitment across various organizations. She worked at Remedy Intelligent Staffing as a Recruiter from 2006 to 2007. Following this, she held a position at Valley Medical Center from 2008 to 2011, where she was involved in HR and recruitment. At Amazon, she served in multiple roles, including HR Recruiter from 2011 to 2014 and Client Lead Technical Recruiter from 2019 to 2021, focusing on AWS Cleared Security Recruiting. Her diverse background in recruitment has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of talent acquisition.
Education and Expertise
Vanesa Soeung studied at the University of Washington, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications. This educational background has provided her with strong communication skills, which are essential in her recruitment roles. Her expertise spans various sectors, including technology and healthcare, allowing her to effectively engage with a wide range of candidates and understand the specific needs of different industries.
Career Background
Vanesa Soeung's career began in customer service at State Farm, where she worked from 1996 to 1999. She then transitioned to a Sales Agent and Office Manager role at the same company from 1999 to 2006. Afterward, she gained experience in marketing at Bennett Homes and held various recruitment roles at Amazon. Her diverse career path has provided her with a well-rounded perspective on both customer service and recruitment, enhancing her effectiveness in her current role.
Achievements in Recruitment
Throughout her career, Vanesa Soeung has played a key role in recruiting for significant projects, including a Series E start-up backed by notable investors such as Google, Y Combinator, and Greylock. She has contributed to the growth of Convoy, a company valued at $3.8 billion within seven years of its founding. Her involvement in these initiatives highlights her capability in identifying and attracting top talent in competitive markets.