Location: Onsite
Role OverviewThe Talent Acquisition Specialist will be pivotal in sourcing, attracting, and hiring top-tier talent across senior leadership roles in the North American market. This full-time role balances strategic recruitment planning with hands-on execution, directly supporting the company's aggressive growth trajectory. The ideal candidate will have experience in both agency and in-house recruiting, focusing on senior roles within the CPG and e-commerce industries. This position is remote-friendly within the United States or Canada.
Key Responsibilities- Lead full-cycle recruitment for senior leadership roles including Head of Growth, CTO, Creative Director, VP of Retention, Chief Revenue Officer, CMO, and AVP Business Intelligence.
- Develop and implement targeted sourcing strategies for the CPG and e-commerce sectors, focusing on high-growth companies.
- Collaborate with hiring managers and executive leadership to define role requirements, interview processes, and candidate evaluation criteria.
- Manage candidate pipelines using ATS and CRM tools, ensuring timely communication and exceptional candidate experience.
- Drive diversity and inclusion initiatives within recruitment strategies.
- Track recruitment metrics and generate reports to improve sourcing effectiveness and time-to-hire.
- Partner with marketing teams to promote employer brand across digital and social platforms.
- Stay current with industry trends and competitive talent landscape within North America.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)- Time-to-fill senior leadership roles reduced by 20% within 6 months.
- Candidate pipeline growth of qualified senior executives by 30% quarterly.
- 90%+ hiring manager satisfaction rate with recruitment process.
- Successful onboarding of 5+ senior hires within first 90 days.
- Increase diversity hires by 15% year-over-year.
Success Benchmarks (30-60-90 Days)First 30 Days- Complete onboarding and gain deep understanding of company culture and growth objectives.
- Build relationships with hiring managers and key stakeholders.
- Assess current recruitment processes and tools.
First 60 Days- Launch sourcing campaigns for immediate senior openings.
- Present first candidate shortlists for key roles.
- Begin tracking recruitment metrics and reporting insights.
First 90 Days- Fill first senior leadership roles with high-caliber candidates.
- Recommend improvements to recruitment strategy based on early data.
- Demonstrate ownership of full recruitment cycle independently.
Required Skills & QualificationsMust-Have Skills:- Proven success in talent acquisition for senior roles in CPG and e-commerce.
- Deep knowledge of North American talent markets (US & Canada).
- Experience hiring senior executives such as CTOs, CMOs, and VPs.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Proficiency with ATS and recruitment CRM systems.
Nice-to-Have Skills:- Experience in agency and in-house recruitment settings.
- Familiarity with Shopify, Amazon, TikTok Shop, and Walmart marketplaces.
- Knowledge of diversity and inclusion recruitment strategies.
Experience & Education:- 5+ years of relevant recruitment experience in CPG or e-commerce sectors.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
Who Should Apply? Apply if you:- Have a track record of recruiting senior leadership in fast-growth environments.
- Thrive in a results-driven, dynamic team setting.
- Are passionate about building high-impact teams that drive business growth.
Do not apply if you:- Prefer strictly junior-level recruitment or generalist roles.
- Are uncomfortable with fast-paced, high-expectation environments.
- Lack experience recruiting for executive or senior leadership roles.
Compensation & Benefits- Salary Range: CAD 80,000-120,000 (Annually) or higher depending on relevant experience
- Bonus/Commission Structure: Performance-based bonuses available.
- Work Arrangement: Remote (US & Canada) with flexible hours.
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and mental health support.
- Additional Perks: Stock options, team outings, generous PTO, learning budgets.
Application Process- Step 1: Submit your resume and cover letter.
- Step 2: Initial screening call.
- Step 3: Complete an online assessment.
- Step 4: Final interview with hiring manager.
