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Blair Leiser

Centennial, CO

Summary

Experienced and performance-driven Senior Recruiter with a strong track record in full-cycle recruitment across manufacturing, industrial, and distribution sectors. Adept at sourcing specialized talent for high-demand roles, managing multiple requisitions simultaneously, and building deep talent pipelines. Demonstrated ability to consistently exceed gross profit goals while maintaining exceptional candidate experience and client relationships. Proficient in using data and recruiting technology to optimize hiring efficiency.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Branch Manager

Verstela
05.2025 - Current
  • Manage an area recruiting team, overseeing end-to-end hiring across dozens of high-volume clients.
  • Develop strategic recruiting plans aligning with business objectives to attract and hire top talent
  • Doubled branch gross profit within two months through optimized sourcing and process execution.
  • Conduct hands-on coaching, managed compliance, and tracked TA metrics to drive performance.

Staffing Manager

Verstela
03.2025 - 05.2025
  • Led a team of TA professionals in sourcing, screening, and onboarding talent across key departments.
  • Instituted performance-driven processes using recruitment data to continuously improve efficiency.
  • Ensure sourcing strategies align with immediate hiring needs.

Senior Recruiter

Verstela
01.2025 - 03.2025
  • Sourced and pipelined candidates for specialized roles using advanced networking and social media.
  • Partnered with client to align recruitment strategies with business needs.
  • Exceeded gross profit goals through high-quality placements and candidate engagement.
  • Conducted phone screenings, interviews, and managed ATS pipelines for applicant flow.

Recruiter

Verstela
09.2024 - 01.2025
  • Filled roles from entry to senior level in manufacturing, industrial, and logistics sectors.
  • Built strong relationships with local clients; regularly conducted onsite visits and consultations.
  • Mentored jobseekers and consistently outperformed placement and GP benchmarks.

Area Sales Manager

Peloton
07.2014 - 11.2018
  • Managed multiple sales teams across Southern California to exceed sales targets.
  • Led talent acquisition for operational and sales roles using ATS platforms.
  • Trained and onboarded new hires, implemented KPI tracking, and utilized Salesforce for CRM.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

California State University Northridge
Northridge
01-2016

Skills

  • Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS): Avionte, Greenhouse, Connect
  • CRM: Salesforce, Hubspot
  • Productivity Tools: MS Office Suite
  • Social Recruiting: LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, Job Boards
  • High-Volume Recruiting & Talent Sourcing
  • Manufacturing & Industrial Staffing
  • Behavioral & Skills-Based Interviewing
  • Offer Negotiation & Onboarding
  • Performance Metrics & Recruiting KPIs
  • HR Compliance

Timeline

Branch Manager

Verstela
05.2025 - Current

Staffing Manager

Verstela
03.2025 - 05.2025

Senior Recruiter

Verstela
01.2025 - 03.2025

Recruiter

Verstela
09.2024 - 01.2025

Area Sales Manager

Peloton
07.2014 - 11.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

California State University Northridge
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