Talent Acquisition Manager

Patterson Companies, Inc.•Saint Paul, MN

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Patterson isn't just a place to work, it's a partner that cares about your success. One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always advancing, and results-driven culture. Professional growth abounds in this motivating environment. We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization. The Talent Acquisition Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the organization has the systems and processes needed to execute talent management strategies and deliver a full-cycle recruiting experience—from sourcing and attracting candidates to recruiting, selecting, and onboarding top talent. As a key member of Patterson's dynamic Talent team, this position helps design, integrate, and implement programs and processes aligned with the broader HR strategy. The role partners closely with business leaders and HR colleagues to understand organizational talent needs and deliver effective solutions. Responsibilities include leading team development, providing coaching and mentoring, managing workload allocation, and driving reporting and analysis to support informed decision-making.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field or equivalent education and/or experience
6 years experience in Talent Acquisition
2 years of leadership/people management experience
Thorough knowledge of recruitment, assessment, screening, interviewing, and referral processes and employment law
Working knowledge of applicant tracking systems
Ability to work with and influence all levels of management within the organization
Ability to manage national hiring efforts across multiple locations for a broad range of role types and levels
Communicate/Hearing Frequently
Communicate/Talking Frequently
Learn New Tasks or Concepts Frequently
Make Timely Decisions in the Context of a Workflow Frequently
Complete Tasks Independently Constantly
Maintain Focus Constantly
Remember Processes & Procedures Constantly
Stationary Position (Seated) Constantly
Vision Constantly

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Workday Analytics/reporting experience

Responsibilities

Ensure alignment between talent acquisition strategies and business objectives by partnering with stakeholders to understand key talent needs and value propositions, resulting in a consistent pipeline of qualified candidates
Drive data-informed decision-making by leveraging Workday to establish quality metrics and maintain a Talent Acquisition Scorecard, enabling continuous improvement and measurable success in hiring outcomes
Develop and execute recruitment strategies that optimize job postings, marketing channels, and campaigns, ensuring timely fulfillment of talent needs and improved candidate experience
Provide expert consulting on talent management best practices to business units, enhancing HR capability and promoting diversity and inclusion throughout the hiring process
Act as a strategic liaison between business units and Centers of Excellence to ensure alignment and deliver organizational effectiveness initiatives that support long-term talent goals
Design and implement talent management metrics and analyze ATS data to recommend strategies that strengthen the talent pipeline and improve recruitment efficiency
Build and maintain relationships with third-party recruitment agencies, managing procurement and performance to ensure cost-effective and high-quality talent acquisition
Evaluate and recommend assessment tools for selection and development, improving the accuracy and fairness of hiring decisions
Develop and manage the talent acquisition and assessment budget to optimize resource allocation and deliver cost-effective hiring solutions
Lead strategic talent initiatives—including diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, employer branding, and academic outreach—to enhance organizational reputation and attract top talent
Comply with Company and department policies and standards; performs other duties as assigned
Accountable for team staffing and managing direct reports to include development, performance management, goal setting, and other managerial duties
Ensures direct reports are aware of and follow ethical business practices and Company’s Code of Conduct to maintain a supportive and productive working environment
Ad-hoc hiring as needed: Source and manage hiring for open positions to support the team as necessary