Head of Talent Acquisition

Spec Building Materials•Kansas City, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Spec Building Materials Corporation, a wholesale distributor of building materials, is seeking a Head of Talent Acquisition based in its Kansas City, Kansas office. The role identifies current and anticipated hiring needs, partners directly with Regional Managers, and develops a talent bench to support the company’s future growth. The position reports to the VP of Operations and combines hands-on, full-cycle recruiting for critical roles with strategic oversight of company-wide hiring practices, recruitment metrics, and employer brand alignment.

Requirements

Seasoned recruiting experience with a proven track record; experience in building materials, industrial distribution, wholesale supply, or a related high-volume sector is preferred.
Demonstrated proficiency in cold and warm calling to build relationships and secure talent.
Advanced familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems, modern sourcing tools, and social media recruitment platforms.
Strong analytical skills to interpret recruitment data, identify hiring bottlenecks, and develop data-driven hiring strategies.
Professional and courteous communication skills, with the ability to influence leadership.
Maintains an exemplary public image, including on personal social media platforms, that reflects positively on the corporation.
Exceptional interpersonal skills, including networking, relationship building, and partnering with regional stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Recruiting experience in building materials, industrial distribution, wholesale supply, or a related high-volume sector.

Responsibilities

Align recruitment strategies with company growth, capacity planning, and regional operational goals.
Work with Regional Managers to understand local market challenges and anticipate regional staffing needs.
Develop a talent bench across all territories to support future growth and scalability.
Track and analyze recruitment metrics for talent planning, forecasting, and process optimization.
Design and execute job announcements detailing required experience, education, and skills.
Train and guide hiring managers on interview techniques, compliance, and candidate experience.
Source candidates using databases, online job boards, and industry-specific networks.
Use cold and warm calling to proactively identify passive candidates and executive talent in the building materials sector.
Build and maintain relationships with colleges, trade schools, and local organizations.
Represent the company at job fairs, industry trade shows, and networking events.
Engage with applicants by phone, email, and in person while representing the company brand.
Review resumes and conduct in-depth interviews for corporate, sales, and distribution roles.
Use behavioral interviews to assess competency, culture fit, and long-term potential.
Investigate referrals, professional references, and social media profiles to assess applicants.