Hey Jerry! How's it going? Good man.
Here we are at the very cool new Nestlé
headquarters. Gonna kick this thing off with a very simple question.
Let's do it!
So what's your position at Nestlé?
So I'm a recruiter supporting our marketing function here with Nestlé USA.
That sounds big.
What brands do you recruit for?
A little bit of them all from Coffee-mate to Stouffer's and everything in between
at all of our corporate sites. That's fun! And what's the most fun part
of your job then?
Engaging with candidates I would say - just
everyone has a unique story - something that makes them unique about them
just taking time to listen has been awesome and finding out how they
can add value to the company.
Nice. And three words that describe the ideal recruit? Go!
Well - insightful, adaptable, and collaborative.
Okay. A surprising fact about Nestle you can't wait to tell a new candidate?
That we've moved so far past confections and truly innovated in every category.
Okay - most unusual background of anyone you've ever recruited?
I would have to say an educator - she was truly able to show how her skill set was transferrable
to each and every role that she was applying for and has truly been an
asset to our team here at Nestlé. Okay, love that! What's the most important
thing about working with candidates? I think the biggest thing is to ensure
that you are always engaging, authentic, and always have that transparency there.
You never want to make sure that someone has a false reality of what to expect
but also making sure it's a win-win situation not only for the company but
for the employee themselves. Right. Let's talk about you. Most meaningful feedback
you've ever received on your own performance?
I would definitely have to
say it has been: never be afraid to speak up. More than ever we're in this
competitive intensity and we have to think differently and do things
differently and I think a part of that is not being afraid to raise your hand.
Right on. The first place someone should look for you if you're not at
your desk?
So usually it's the hub but I am on my way to a meeting so I'll catch up with you later.
What's the meeting? Is it, is it a big-? Can I get one of those
cards so I can slide through the- no? All right we'll catch you up top.
Hey there he is - awesome shirt - what's the dress code?
It's dress for your day every day. Nice, favorite piece
of equipment in the company gym? Definitely the elliptical.
Your mentor at Nestlé? My HR director Maggie McCartin. Shout out to Maggie!
Your idol in life? Oprah.
Oprah!
Where do you live? Alexandria, Virginia not too far from the office.
How do you get to work? I drive every day.
Last podcast you listened to?
Oprah super-soul conversations.
What's one thing no one knows about you? That I love bacon.
What attracted you to Nestlé in the first place?
Honestly, the people. The people truly make up this organization.
And what's your advice to Nestlé newbies?
Challenge yourself to learn as much as you can
even if that means going outside your day-to-day role.
Hey Jerry, thanks for your time, and one last question - how do I get out of here?
Down the hall and to the left.
Okay I'm headed to the le- you're the man!
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