Whitney Scott-McLemore

About Whitney Scott-McLemore

With over 10 years of experience in Human Resources across multiple functions, I specialize in Talent Acquisition within the construction materials and transportation industry. For the past four years, I have served as a Talent Acquisition Partner supporting the East Segment of the Ready Mix Division.As one of three Talent Acquisition Partners supporting the East region, I lead recruitment efforts across North and South Georgia, Alabama, and Louisiana. My primary focus is hiring critical operational roles including Ready Mix Drivers, Tanker Drivers, and End Dump Drivers supporting cement and ready mix operations.In addition, I provide compliance recruitment support for Mechanic and Field Service positions across the organization, helping ensure hiring practices align with company standards and regulatory requirements.Throughout my career, I’ve developed expertise in building strategic recruiting initiatives, sourcing high-quality talent, and forming strong partnerships with hiring managers and candidates. One area I’m particularly passionate about is organizing and executing large scale, onsite hiring events across my markets, creating opportunities to quickly connect with qualified drivers, streamline the hiring process, and meet urgent workforce needs.My broad HR background provides a well-rounded understanding of the employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to engagement and retention. I’m passionate about strengthening talent pipelines, improving hiring processes, and adapting recruitment strategies to meet the evolving demands of multi-state operations.

Experience

1. Talent Acquisition Partner (Driver Recruitment)

   Quikrete

   Jul 2025 — Present · US

   As a Talent Acquisition Partner supporting the East Segment of the Ready Mix Division, I lead full-cycle recruitment for critical operational roles across North and South Georgia, Alabama, and Louisiana. Working as one of three Talent Acquisition Partners in the region, I collaborate closely with regional operations leaders and HR teams to deliver strategic hiring solutions that support workforce planning and operational goals.My primary focus is recruiting professional drivers who support cement and ready mix operations, including Ready Mix Drivers, Tanker Drivers, and End Dump Drivers. I also provide compliance recruitment support for Mechanic and Field Service roles across the organization.A key part of my approach includes organizing and executing large-scale onsite hiring events within my markets, allowing us to quickly connect with qualified drivers, streamline the hiring process, and meet critical workforce demands.Core Responsibilities• Lead full-cycle recruitment from requisition through onboarding• Develop and execute targeted sourcing strategies for high-demand driver roles• Partner with regional leadership to forecast hiring needs and labor market trends• Ensure compliance with DOT, federal, state, and internal hiring standards• Support compliance recruitment processes for Mechanic and Field Service positions• Plan and host onsite hiring events to accelerate driver hiring in key markets• Deliver a positive candidate experience while strengthening employer brand visibilityProfessional FocusI am committed to delivering strategic, data-informed talent acquisition solutions that strengthen talent pipelines, support operational success, and help build a skilled and reliable workforce across multi-state markets.

Education

• Coppin State University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Interdisciplinary Studies (Concentrations in Health Education and Psychological Services)