The Contract Recruiter is a member of small team of recruiters focused on identifying, qualifying, and hiring top sales associates and store managers required to fuel growth. He/she works directly with HR and Store Managers and hires team members needed to grow various sales regions. This is a Contract position (2-3 months) with the possibility of becoming a permanent position within Human Resources.
RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:
Directly source, screen, interview and hire sales associates and sales managers in support of a region.
Work with Human Resources and Sales Managers to understand the job role and requirements.
Source new candidates using a variety of tools and job boards.
Post jobs on relevant job boards and interact with candidates explaining the benefits to joining a fast-paced company with high career growth.
Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and store managers.
Use a structured and disciplined approach in the interview to hire sales associates and sales managers.
Adhere to best hiring practices including documentation of interview, candidate selection, and reference check(s) where required.
Collaborate with store manager on start dates, salaries, and onboarding of new hires. Ensure completion, accuracy of new hire paperwork, and ensure that all pre-hire requirements are met and documented prior to new hire’s start date.
Maintain accurate record in ATS and HR systems and keep candidates appraised of their status.
Modify job postings and templates, as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor degree in Psychology, Sociology, Human Resources, Business or related field.
Two to five years of experience recruiting in retail, sales or service business.
Experience with Application Tracking Systems, preferably ADP.
Passion for recruiting and development of personnel.
Excellent listening, probing, assessment, and critical thinking skills.
Must be able to multi-task and be effective in sourcing and recruiting in a fast-paced environment.
Outgoing and engaging personality.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong work ethic and high personal drive.