Recruiting Specialist - Temp position for 5 months

Grainger Businesses•Panama City, FL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a leading industrial distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom, We Keep The World Working® by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with products delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. With 2023 sales of $16.5 billion, we’re dedicated to providing value for customers, fostering an engaging culture for team members and driving strong financial results. Our welcoming workplace enables you to learn, grow and make a difference by keeping businesses running and their people safe. We’re looking for passionate people to join our team as we continue leading the industry over our next 100 years. We are seeking a highly skilled and results-oriented Recruiting Specialist with a strong specialization in Talent Sourcing. This individual will be a critical partner to our Talent Acquisition team, responsible for proactively identifying, engaging, and building pipelines of exceptional candidates to meet our current and future hiring needs. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of the US talent landscape, a passion for finding top-tier talent, and a proven ability to deliver results. You will report to the Talent Acquisition Manager – This role will be based in Panama and role can be hybrid/remote. Grainger is a leading business-to-business organization, more than 4.5 million customers worldwide rely on Grainger for products in categories such as safety, material handling and metalworking, along with services like inventory management and technical support. We foster an engaging culture and driving strong financial results. Our welcoming workplace enables you to learn, grow and make a difference by keeping businesses running and their people safe.

Requirements

Minimum 1+ years in talent sourcing or recruitment with a strong US market focus and proven expertise in developing and executing successful sourcing strategies across various roles and levels.
Knowledge in all sourcing components including qualifying candidates, networking, job analysis, salary trends and relationship management.
Demonstrated ability to creatively identify, engage, and build rapport with passive candidates through effective outreach.
Solid grasp of the importance of effective sourcing in achieving hiring goals, coupled with excellent knowledge of US talent trends, and best practices.
Track and analyze sourcing metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of different sourcing channels and strategies, providing insights for continuous improvement.
Exceptional written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills with a results-oriented approach and a track record of building strong candidate pipelines.
Advanced English level.
Positive attitude with a high sense of urgency, strong initiative to work proactively, critical thinking and a commitment to excellence.
Solid proficiency in LinkedIn Recruiter and other sourcing tools and techniques, intermediate in MS Office including excel, comprehensive knowledge of ATS.

Nice To Haves

BA/BS or equivalent preferred
X Ray sourcing techniques
Recruitment Agency experience as a talent sourcer.
Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute innovative and effective sourcing strategies tailored to specific roles and locations within the US, utilizing a variety of channels including: Advanced Boolean searching across job boards, professional networking sites (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter), social media platforms, and niche industry forums.
Direct outreach and engagement with passive candidates through personalized and compelling communication.
Identifying and engaging with relevant talent communities and associations.
Exploring and utilizing emerging sourcing technologies, AI, and tools.
Proactively build and maintain robust talent pipelines for critical and recurring roles within the US, anticipating future hiring needs.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with potential candidates, effectively communicating our company's employer value proposition and career opportunities.
Partner closely with Recruiters and Hiring Managers to understand specific role requirements, target candidate profiles, and provide regular updates on sourcing progress.
Conduct initial screenings of candidates to evaluate their qualifications, skills, and cultural fit against job requirements.
Track and analyze sourcing metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of different sourcing channels and strategies, providing insights for continuous improvement.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of our talent sourcing processes and workflows to enhance efficiency and candidate experience.
Act as an ambassador for our company, promoting our employer brand during candidate interactions and within the talent marketplace.
Utilize and maximize the effectiveness of our Applicant Tracking System (ATS), CRM tools, and other relevant sourcing technologies.