Director Talent Acquisition

Aston Carter • New York, NY

82d • $120,000 - $160,000

About The Position

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Director of Talent Acquisition to lead our recruitment function. This role is ideal for a visionary leader who can align hiring practices with our company’s mission, values, and culture, while driving innovation and excellence across all aspects of talent acquisition.

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of experience in Talent Acquisition.
• Minimum 3 years of experience managing direct reports.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field.
• Strong understanding of recruitment data, metrics, and decision-making tools.
• Proven leadership and communication skills.
• Proficiency in ATS platforms, Microsoft Office, and creative sourcing techniques.
• Ability to engage effectively with executives and employees at all levels.
• Working knowledge of employment law and critical thinking skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience recruiting both exempt and non-exempt roles.
• Background in fast-paced HR environments.
• Demonstrated ability to embody and promote company values and culture.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic hiring plans aligned with organizational goals and values.
• Advise hiring managers on recruitment standards and best practices to ensure a top-tier candidate experience.
• Evaluate and implement tools and technologies to improve recruitment efficiency and reduce costs.
• Build and maintain a strong network for sourcing top talent.
• Promote open roles and employer brand through various recruiting channels.
• Foster relationships with internal leaders, vendors, and community organizations.
• Oversee recruitment communications and manage candidate engagement.
• Administer recruitment budgets and ensure accurate documentation for audits.
• Report monthly performance metrics (e.g., hires, cost per hire, time to fill).
• Collaborate with Marketing on employer branding initiatives.
• Lead Internship and Early Career Strategy development.
• Supervise and coach the Recruitment Team, driving performance and innovation.

Benefits

• Health Benefits and 401k plans
• A flexible and generous paid time off plan
• Learning & Development opportunities to grow your career at FreshDirect
• 20% off any orders placed through FreshDirect.com
• Access to FD Market, FreshDirect’s onsite discounted employee grocery store
• 24-hour access to the FreshDirect shuttle between our Bronx headquarters and the subway
• Regular events and barbecues to share our gratitude for our employees’ hard work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees