Paula M. Cartagena Perez
Guaynabo
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with expertise in recruitment, HR coordination, and project coordination. Skilled in full-cycle recruitment, employee relations, talent acquisition, and proposal coordination for federal, state, and local contracts. Adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously, optimizing HR processes, and developing strategies to attract top talent. Strong background in vendor management, compliance, and business development.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Development & Recruiting Specialist
IT Resources Innovation
06.2024 - Current
- Lead recruitment efforts for U.S
- And LATAM talent, ensuring alignment with organizational and project needs
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies for specialized roles in IT and technical fields
- Coordinate full-cycle recruitment, including interviews, offer negotiations, and onboarding
- Oversee HR functions such as performance management, compliance, and workforce planning
- Support proposal coordination for RFPs/RFQs, ensuring accurate and timely submissions
- Manage vendor relationships and plan events to strengthen partnerships
- Oversee mailing lists, coordinate promotional events, and execute marketing campaigns to enhance client engagement and brand visibility
Staffing Coordinator
ProAssets
09.2021 - 06.2024
- Managed recruitment for 25-30 job requisitions monthly, ensuring optimal candidate placement
- Supervised 20+ temporary employees, coordinating payroll, compliance, and contract renewals
- Developed job postings, sourced candidates, and conducted interviews using the Target Selection method
- Assisted in organizing job fairs, networking events, and other recruitment initiatives
- Provided coaching to candidates, enhancing their success rates in client interviews
- Trained junior staffing coordinators on recruitment best practices and applicant tracking systems
General Manager
Bliss Boutique
07.2013 - 09.2021
- Led recruitment, training, and performance management for a sales team of 3 to 5 representatives
- Developed policies and employee manuals to optimize workforce operations
- Managed payroll, scheduling, and daily operations to ensure seamless business performance
- Implemented marketing strategies and e-commerce solutions to boost revenue and brand visibility
Administrator
El Canton Mall
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Managed the maintenance and the security staff
- Managed accounts receivable and payroll
- Directed all aspects of banking including reconciliation and deposits
- Organized records with all financial transactions using QuickBooks
- Conducted monthly account reconciliation and annual audits
- Oversaw invoices, billing, proposals, purchases and estimates
- Analyzed accounts and resolved errors and omissions
- Created filing system to organize employee wage and personnel information
- Handled collections, call late payers, close accounts, and ensure cash flow
- Managed every day walk-in of clients with concerns or problems
Sales Representative
Arte Religioso & Blessings
05.2012 - 07.2013
Education
Master's Degree - Industrial Psychology
Universidad Interamericana De Puerto Rico
San Juan, PRBachelor's Degree - Psychology
Universidad del Sagrado Corazón
San Juan, PR05.2016
Skills
- Proposal Management
- Sales & Business Development
- Recruitment
- Project Coordination
- Technology Proficiency
- Accounting Software
- Vendor & Contract Management
- Digital Marketing
- Communication
- Efficiency
- Invoice processing
- Payroll processing
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sales Development & Recruiting Specialist
IT Resources Innovation
06.2024 - Current
Staffing Coordinator
ProAssets
09.2021 - 06.2024
Administrator
El Canton Mall
09.2018 - 05.2019
General Manager
Bliss Boutique
07.2013 - 09.2021
Sales Representative
Arte Religioso & Blessings
05.2012 - 07.2013
Bachelor's Degree - Psychology
Universidad del Sagrado Corazón
Master's Degree - Industrial Psychology
Universidad Interamericana De Puerto Rico
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