Talent Acquisition Specialist

Company: DHL eCommerce
Location: Whittier
Posted on: June 24, 2022

Job Description:

DHL eCommerceEqual Opportunity Employer/Disability/VETLocation: California, Whittier (LAX)The Talent Acquisition Specialist will be responsible for sourcing and recruiting part-time and full-time employees across multiple Distribution Centers .This role will be responsible for full-cycle recruiting with a strong emphasis on sourcing applicants utilizing various methods. The Talent Acquisition Specialist will consult with field operations, management and corporate HR to ensure alignment between recruiting needs and recruiting strategy; maintain the Applicant Tracking System. As a consultant to the HR Business Partners and Operations Management, the Field Recruiting Specialist will guide their team through, interviewing, selection, and offers with a strong emphasis on a positive candidate experience.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Sources candidates by utilizing various methods (i.e., networking, referrals, online searches, internet postings, job/career fairs, local trade schools, etc.)
• Sources and screens candidates by thoroughly evaluating candidates for job fit against role requirements
• Manages recruiting process and acts as a candidate advocate during the screening, job acceptance and assignment process
• Supports the pre-employment process (scheduling interviews, background checks, drug-testing, etc.) to ensure compliance and proper applicant tracking flow and records maintenance
• Works directly with the HR team to develop recruitment strategies based on geographic needs
• Conducts realistic job previews, site visits, and office interviews to measure capability and aptitude
• May provide functional guidance, advice and/or training to less-experienced staff
• Consults and partners with field business partners, managers and Corporate HR to ensure alignment between recruiting needs and recruiting strategy
• Collaborates with other HR functions on recruiting issues (e.g., new hire requirements, compensation, etc.)
• Completes the hiring process by drafting and gaining sign-off on offer letters
• Coordinates with the HR Business Partner to ensure all new hire processing takes place on the employee's first day of work
• Conducts skills testing and office interviews to measure capability and aptitudeRequirements/Skills:
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment with the ability to prioritize multiple functions and tasks
  • Excellent time management skills such as prioritizing/organizing and tracking details and meeting deadlines of multiple projects with varying completion dates
  • Proven ability to engage and influence all levels of the organization, and to establish credibility and respect of employees, peers, managers, and leaders
  • Excellent oral and written communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills
  • Self-motivated and able to work under limited supervision
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise a high level of discretion
  • Excellent judgment and conflict management skills
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure with poise and professionalism
  • Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office products: Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPointEducation and/or Experience:
    • High School diploma
    • College degree a plus
    • 3+ years of high-volume recruiting experience, specifically for non-exempt positions
    • Experience with recruiting for distribution and warehouse environments a plus
    • Experience working with Applicant Tracking systemsPhysical Demands:
      • Physical demands are consistent with a professional office setting
      • Regular sitting at work station for 25 - 75% of the work shift
      • Frequent standing and walking
      • Travel up to 20%PI182179103

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