Talent Acquisition Manager

Job description

**Job Requirements** The Talent Acquisition Lead will anchor hiring across the West Region, driving end-to-end recruitment for both on-roll and third-party roles. This role requires strong experience in retail hiring, the ability to work at speed, and an unrelenting bias for action. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, proactive, and committed to delivering a seamless hiring experience for candidates and stakeholders **Key Responsibilities:** **Lead Regional Hiring** - Track and manage all open positions across stores and functions in the region. - Ensure timely closure of roles with zero compromise on quality or candidate experience. **Drive Sourcing** - Use multiple channels like consultants, job portals, LinkedIn, and referrals to find the right talent. - Build strong pipelines for critical and high-turnover roles. **Own the Selection Process** - Screen candidates and coordinate interviews with HR Partners and hiring managers. - Drive alignment and timely feedback to ensure quick closures. **Offer Management & Onboarding** - Roll out offers and ensure timely acceptance and joining. - Partner with HR and business teams to ensure a smooth onboarding experience. **TA Operations & Compliance** - Ensure background checks, medicals, and documentation are completed as per process. - Track hiring costs and suggest ways to improve efficiency. **Stakeholder Engagement & Improvements** - Gather feedback from hiring managers and candidates. - Identify gaps and act fast to improve processes, turnaround times, and experience. **What We’re Looking For:** - Must have experience in retail hiring, ideally for a multi-location setup. - Strong drive to achieve Talent Metrics including Time & Quality of Hires. - A strong doer – someone who thrives on action, speed, and ownership. - Excellent communication and coordination skills. - Comfort with recruitment tools, dashboards, and data. - A mindset focused on solutions, not roadblocks. **Work Experience** **Qualifications:** - Graduate degree is a must. - 5–7 years of experience in Talent Acquisition, with at least 2–3 years in retail hiring. **Key Skills:** - Proven experience as a Talent Acquisition Manager or similar role - Strong understanding of regional recruitment processes and best practices - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to build strong relationships with hiring managers and candidates - Proficiency in using recruitment software and social media platforms for sourcing candidates - Strong organizational and time-management skills - Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field