Talent Acquisition Specialist

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Department: People Experience

Reports To: Talent Acquisition Manager

Position Summary

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is a key driver in shaping a high‑performing workforce. This role is built for someone who thrives on building relationships, spotting exceptional talent, and delivering results in a fast‑paced environment. The Specialist will lead full‑cycle recruitment, develop strategic sourcing pipelines, influence hiring decisions, and elevate the candidate experience from first contact to final offer.

What Success Looks Like

Success in this role comes from being a resourceful, solutions‑oriented professional who adapts quickly and operates with an entrepreneurial mindset. Independence is balanced with collaboration, and the ability to contribute to a dynamic, positive, and energetic team is essential. A sense of humor is always welcome.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Candidate Sourcing — Build strong pipelines by engaging active and passive talent through job boards, networking, social media, industry events, colleges, and creative outreach strategies.
• Screening & Selection — Review resumes, conduct interviews (phone, virtual, or in‑person), and present top candidates to hiring managers. Maintain momentum through consistent follow‑up.
• Offer Management — Partner with hiring managers to craft competitive offers and negotiate effectively to secure top talent.
• Compliance & Documentation — Ensure job descriptions and posting templates meet OFCCP standards and remain consistent.
• ATS Management — Maintain accurate applicant data, generate reporting, and analyze recruiting metrics to identify trends and improve sourcing strategies.
• Internal Mobility — Manage internal applications, coordinate interviews, and prepare offer letters.
• Pre‑Screening & Logistics — Coordinate background checks and relocation when needed.
• Recruiting Expertise — Serve as a subject matter expert on sourcing strategies, interviewing techniques, and recruitment best practices.
• Candidate & Manager Support — Deliver exceptional service to candidates, employees, and hiring managers.
• Maintain confidentiality, reliability, punctuality, and perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills, Abilities & Expectations

• Cross‑functional communication with the ability to navigate difficult conversations.
• Proven success building and executing comprehensive sourcing strategies.
• Experience meeting goals related to time‑to‑fill, quality, diversity, veteran hiring, and internal mobility.
• Deep expertise using social media platforms for sourcing and employer branding.
• Strong ability to analyze job requirements and match candidate profiles effectively.
• High attention to detail, resourcefulness, and comfort managing multiple priorities.
• Excellent consultative, negotiation, and presentation skills with a track record of strong partnerships.
• Demonstrated success engaging high‑potential prospects through targeted outreach and cold calling.
• Knowledge of ATS systems and experience working in a metrics‑driven environment.
• Professionalism, confidentiality, adaptability, and a positive, can‑do attitude.

Measurements of Success

• Time to hire under 16 days for direct labor roles.
• Time to hire under 30 days for SG&A roles.

Core Values & Behaviors

This role consistently demonstrates:

• Quality and accountability
• Fairness and integrity
• Balance of success and lifestyle
• Leadership at all levels
• Disciplined focus on results
• Contribution to shared prosperity
• Investment in relationships
• Respect for community and environment

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
• Minimum 12 months full‑cycle recruiting experience; warehouse/logistics experience a plus
• Bilingual in Spanish
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to perform essential physical functions, including sitting for long periods, occasional walking/standing, climbing ladders/stairs, and working in warehouse conditions (dust, noise, heat, cold, elevated areas)