Talent Acquisition Specialist

Brenntag • Montreal, QC

16d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for managing full-cycle recruitment for a chemical distribution organization, supporting hourly, professional, technical, and leadership roles across operations, sales, supply chain, logistics, safety, and corporate functions. This role acts as a strategic recruitment partner to hiring managers and serves as the HR representative throughout the hiring and onboarding process, ensuring a consistent, compliant, and high-quality candidate and hiring manager experience. The Talent Acquisition Specialist will support workforce growth while aligning with safety, regulatory, and compliance requirements specific to a chemical distribution environment. Brenntag is the leading global distributor of chemicals and ingredients, committed to connecting customers and suppliers within networks. We add value for our customers and partners every step of the way: through our product knowledge, innovation, and sustainable solutions, combined with our passion for service excellence and commitment to safety. Headquartered in Essen, Germany, and with more than 17,500 experts at about 600 locations in 72 countries, our two global divisions, Brenntag Essentials and Brenntag Specialties, offer a full range of industrial and specialty chemicals and ingredients. Therefore, our clients and partners can count on us for global reach combined with local agility and execution. As an employer, we embrace diversity and foster a sense of community and collaboration in an environment where employees are encouraged to share ideas and work together. We engage our employees in the company’s mission for collective success, by building long-term stability and safety through trust and clarity across the organization. We believe in empowering our employees to reach their full potential and shape the future.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in full-cycle recruitment, preferably supporting both hourly and salaried roles (exempt and non exempt)
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation and recruitment best practises
• Experience using an HRIS
• Experience using an ATS and LinkedIn Recruiter
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong stakeholder management and consultative skills
• Excellent interviewing, assessment, and decision-making abilities
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions and shifting priorities
• Professional communication skills with candidates at all organizational levels
• High level of discretion and confidentiality
• Results-driven mindset with a focus on quality hiring
• Fluency in English (written and verbal) required
• If applying for a position located in the province of Québec, proficiency in both French and English, spoken and written, is required

Nice To Haves

• Post-secondary education or diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• Working toward an HR designation (SHRM in the U.S.; CHRP or CHRL in Canada) considered an asset
• Experience recruiting for operations, warehouse, supply chain, industrial, or regulated environments preferred
• Familiarity with EHS, DOT, HAZMAT, or CDL hiring requirements
• Multi-site or geographically dispersed recruiting experience
• Experience in chemical distribution, manufacturing, logistics, or industrial environments preferred
• Bilingualism considered an asset: English/French in Canada, English/Spanish in the United States
• Experience using Workday HRIS

Responsibilities

• Partner with HR and hiring managers to create, review, and update job descriptions, ensuring alignment with business needs, internal equity, regulatory requirements, and market competitiveness
• Consult with hiring managers, HR and Compensation on talent needs, role definition, compensation ranges, and recruitment strategies
• Manage requisition intake and approvals through the HRIS or ATS
• Support rapid hiring for high-volume positions at distribution centers
• Develop and post job advertisements across multiple platforms (ATS, company website, job boards, social media, industry-specific platforms, and referrals)
• Proactively source candidates for hard-to-fill and specialized roles using LinkedIn, networking, and direct outreach
• Promote the employer brand while ensuring accurate representation of roles and company culture
• Develop proactive sourcing strategies using LinkedIn, industry networks, trade schools, military transition programs, and referrals
• Represent the company at job fairs, industry events, and community outreach initiatives
• Partner with HR and Marketing to promote the company’s safety culture, technical expertise, and career paths
• Consult with hiring managers on: Job requirements and labor market realities, Interview best practices, Compensation alignment and offers
• Coach leaders on equitable, inclusive, and legally compliant hiring practices
• Review and screen resumes for qualifications, experience, and role fit
• Conduct phone and virtual screenings to assess technical skills, behavioral competencies, safety awareness, and cultural alignment
• Coordinate and participate in interviews, serving as the HR representative to ensure fair, structured, and compliant interview practices
• Train and guide hiring managers on effective interviewing and selection techniques
• Prepare and issue employment offers, including salary/hourly rates, bonuses, incentives, and employment conditions
• Coordinate and manage background checks, reference checks, and pre-employment requirements, including: Criminal background checks, Education and employment verification, Drug & alcohol testing (where applicable), Any role-specific or regulatory checks relevant to chemical distribution, logistics, or safety-sensitive positions
• Ensure all hiring activities comply with employment legislation and internal policies
• Lead the end-to-end onboarding process, from offer acceptance through the employee’s first day
• Coordinate onboarding logistics, including start dates, system access, paperwork, and orientation schedules
• Partner with HR, Health & Safety, and hiring managers to ensure completion of safety training, compliance documentation, and role-specific onboarding
• Serve as a point of contact for new hires during the onboarding phase to ensure a smooth transition into the organization
• Maintain accurate recruitment documentation and records within the ATS/HRIS
• Track recruiting metrics such as time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, candidate sources, and diversity indicators
• Ensure recruitment practices align with employment standards, human rights legislation, and health & safety regulations
• Identify opportunities to improve recruitment processes, candidate experience, and hiring effectiveness

Benefits

• Brenntag Canada Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, criminal record, age, marital status, family status, religion, gender identity, protected veteran status, disability, or any other status protected under applicable Canadian, provincial, or local laws
• We provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process and in all aspects of employment, in accordance with the requirements of the applicable Human Rights Code
• Accommodation measures are available in accordance with the applicable Human Rights Code

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees