Talent Acquisition Specialist (Contract - Homebased)

Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000 annually

The hired applicant's wages will fall within the specified range, determined by various factors such as experience level, education, qualifications, certifications, skills, location, performance, market trends, and business or organizational requirements.

Make a Difference in YOUR Career!

Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.  

We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.

Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them.  This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best.

Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?  

Position Description

The Talent Acquisition Specialist (Remote Opportunity) is responsible for providing a best-in-class full lifecycle recruiting process by identifying, attracting, and securing hourly candidates to fulfill current and future business needs. Develops a strong pipeline of candidates through networking, direct sourcing, internet mining and applicant tracking tools. The Talent Acquisition Specialist works with Management to identify sources, and develop and execute recruiting plans to meet the organization’s staffing needs.

Essential Functions:

• Creatively sources for open roles and pipeline efforts, using multiple channels to recruit candidates, which may include but is not limited to: target companies, colleges, association meetings, industry meetings, diversity organizations, job fairs, internet, and employee referrals.
• Identifies passive candidates through the use of databases, Boolean logic searches, LinkedIn and social media to identify potential candidates.
• Partners with internal business leaders to understand business objectives and the resources needed to effectively source candidates for current openings and develop a bench strength pool.
• Proactively builds relationships with potential candidates, creating a robust pipeline of highly qualified professionals for current and future staffing needs.
• Conducts candidate screenings and qualification interviews.
• Utilizes and maintains applicant tracking system, understands the candidate flow process and the importance of metrics.
• Leads interview team debrief process with hiring managers to calibrate candidates and refine sourcing plan as necessary.
• Negotiates offers of employment to qualified candidates.
• Tracks and generates activity reports for management.
• Trains and provides hiring managers with counsel, materials and support interviewing and selection best practices.
• Coordinates interview schedules to ensure candidate and hiring managers meet in a timely manner.
• Serves as subject matter expert while influencing, guiding and driving the recruiting process.
• Maintains recruiting dashboard for all recruiting-related activities to assess performance against required metrics.
• Serves as an internal consultant to ensure that job descriptions and posting accurately represent core responsibilities and requirements for positions.
• Maintains EEO and Veterans reporting and ensures recruitment practices are aligned to legal requirements.
• Stays abreast of industry trends and uses the most current market data in strategic planning and execution.
• Obtains necessary pre-hire documentation from candidates and provides data to third-party background organizations to confirm prior work experience, certifications, or other job-specific credentials required for the position.
• Performs other functions as assigned by management.
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Education and Experience:

• Associate's Degree in Human Resources, Business, or related fields from an accredited institution is required. Bachelor's degree in related disciplines preferred.
• Five (5) to Seven (7) years of HR experience within a manufacturing environment with prior experience in recruitment.
• Experience with UKG (formerly UltiPro) and/or Applicant Tracking System, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) strongly preferred.
• Experience with a variety of search mediums or sourcing channels to fill hard-to-fill and critical openings strongly preferred.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Able to interact and communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Manage and organize conflicting priorities and propose solutions as appropriate.
• Strong written communication skills as well as ability to present information verbally in small group situations.
• Excellent PC skills, intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Applications with a focus on Excel; UKG (formerly UltiPro) Applicant Tracking System, and Customer Management System (CRM).
• Able to express oneself clearly and convincingly in writing, one-on-one and in groups with all levels of management, employees and customers.
• Customer-centric approach with personal drive and energy to commit to achieving company goals
• Ability to listen and respond to information effectively and to give and receive feedback.

Working Conditions:

• Remote - this position is a remote opportunity. 
• Physical Demands – Continuously sitting for prolonged periods, as the job is administrative in nature.
• Visual/Sensory – This position requires attention to detail, requiring attention with one or two senses at a time.
• Work environment – Work and environment fasted paced, requiring ability to remain focused under pressure.
• Mental Stress – There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, project management, accuracy or similar demands.

A Career with Refresco  

Refresco offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, which include:  

• Medical/dental/vision insurance   
• Life insurance   
• 401(k) savings plan with company match  
• Paid holidays and vacation   
• Well-being benefits  
• Discount programs  

Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!  

Refresco is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.  Refresco does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status in uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. 

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