Talent Acquisition Director

About Our Client

My client is a large organization in the food and beverage industry with an established global footprint. They are very well renowned in Asia for their quality product range and commitment to providing exceptional customer service, fostering values of wellness, integrity and innovation.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities :

• Talent Acquisition Strategy : Develop and implement comprehensive recruitment strategies to attract top talent for corporate and executive positions, ensuring alignment with company business objectives.
• Team Leadership : Lead and mentor the TA team to efficiently and effectively meet recruitment needs, ensuring high-quality talent acquisition.
• Executive Recruitment : Oversee the full-cycle recruitment process for senior-level positions, ensuring a seamless and efficient experience for candidates and hiring managers.
• TA Operations : Manage and optimize Talent Acquisition operations, including the utilization of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), recruitment metrics, and reporting.
• Employer Branding (EB) : Develop and execute strategies to enhance company employer brand, positioning the company as an employer of choice in the North American market.
• Employee Value Proposition (EVP) : Define and promote the company's EVP, ensuring it resonates with current and prospective employees.
• Headhunter Management : Establish and maintain relationships with external recruitment agencies and headhunters, negotiating contracts and ensuring effective collaboration to fulfill staffing needs.
• Stakeholder Collaboration : Partner with HR, department heads, and senior leadership to understand staffing needs and develop proactive recruitment solutions.
• Diversity and Inclusion : Promote diversity and inclusion in all recruitment practices, ensuring a diverse candidate pool and unbiased selection processes.
• Market Analysis : Stay abreast of industry trends, salary benchmarks, and competitive intelligence to inform recruitment strategies.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Qualifications :

• Experience : Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition, with a focus on the retail sector; experience in the food and beverage industry
• North American Expertise : In-depth knowledge of North American recruitment practices, labor laws, and market trends.
• Leadership Skills : Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing recruitment teams.
• Executive Recruitment : Demonstrated experience in successfully recruiting for senior and executive-level positions.
• Operational Excellence : Strong understanding of TA operations, including ATS management, metrics, and process optimization.
• Employer Branding and EVP : Experience in developing and implementing Employer Branding and EVP initiatives.
• Headhunter Management : Proven ability to manage relationships with external recruitment agencies and headhunters effectively.
• Communication Skills : Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Education : Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., PHR, SPHR) preferred.Please note only candidates who address the above criteria in their application will be contacted. You must demonstrate proven experience in this space to be considered.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary range of USD 270,000 - USD 345,000, on a 70 : 30 fixed variable
• The opportunity to work with a dynamic and dedicated team in the retail industry.
• Global brand and opportunity to launch a new presence locally
• A supportive and inclusive company culture that values employee growth and development.

If you're passionate about talent acquisition and ready to take the next step in your career, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity in Irvine.

Contact

Gemma McDonald

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