Senior Specialist Talent Acquisition

Tyson Foods, Inc.•Springdale, AR

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist will be responsible for partnering with the Talent Acquisition Managers to develop and implement talent strategies, lead TA-related continuous improvement projects, develop reporting and provide recommendations, lead project sourcing teams, and act as a second point of contact to the Manager. This role requires strong project management skills, the ability to manage short-term teams, and the capability to provide training and mentoring to team members. The Senior Specialist will work closely with the TA Manager and various departments to ensure that the organization attracts and retains top talent, aligning recruitment strategies with business goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Bachelor’s in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, or Business Administration preferred.
5+ years of progressive recruiting and/or search firm recruiting experience required OR 3+ years of recruiting experience with 2+ prior leadership and/or data analytics experience.
Strong computer skills, applicant tracking system experience, strong sourcing capabilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
1-5 trips (travel requirement)

Nice To Haves

Workday, LinkedIn, and Indeed experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Create proactive search strategies and work with a team of recruiters to develop a diversified talent network to map target prospects that will meet current and future skill needs.
Collaboratively work with TA Manager, Strategic HR Partners and HR COE’s to understand future business needs and the skills needed for future growth.
Have a deep understanding of talent and labor market trends and insights.
Work closely with HR Partners, hiring managers and department heads to understand their staffing needs and provide recruitment support.
Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure a smooth recruitment process.
Ensure all recruitment activities comply with company policies, legal requirements, and industry best practices.
Lead and manage recruitment projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely and successful delivery. Serve as a communication liaison across TA for key project and system updates.
Develop project plans, set timelines, and monitor progress to meet recruitment goals.
Identify opportunities for process improvements, leading testing and implement changes to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the recruitment process.
Supervise team sprints on continuous improvement projects and sourcing initiatives, providing guidance and support to ensure effective performance.
Provide training and mentoring to team members to enhance their recruitment skills and knowledge.
Develop and deliver training programs on best practices in talent acquisition and recruitment processes.
Track and analyze recruitment metrics to measure the effectiveness of talent acquisition strategies.
Prepare and present regular reports on recruitment activities, progress, and outcomes to TA Leadership.
Contribute to the development and promotion of the company's employer brand to attract top talent.
Participate in job fairs, career events, and other networking opportunities to enhance the company's visibility as needed.