Talent Acquisition Specialist in Mokena, Illinois at Gordon Electric Supply Inc

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process for Gordon Electric Supply (GES). This role partners with hiring managers and leadership to understand staffing needs, develop effective recruiting strategies, identify qualified candidates, and deliver a positive candidate experience from initial contact through the hiring process.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Manage the recruitment process from job requisition through candidate selection, offer, and transition to onboarding.
2. Partner with hiring managers to understand position requirements, essential qualifications, team needs, and desired candidate attributes.
3. Develop and execute recruiting strategies tailored to each position, including sourcing methods, advertising, networking, and direct outreach.
4. Create, review, and maintain compelling job postings that accurately reflect position responsibilities and attract qualified candidates.
5. Screen applications and resumes, conduct initial candidate interviews, and evaluate qualifications against established job requirements.
6. Coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers, ensuring timely communication and a positive candidate experience.
7. Facilitate the offer process, including preparing offers for approval, communicating with selected candidates, and coordinating pre-employment requirements with the HR Director.
8. Maintain consistent communication with candidates throughout the recruitment process, including timely disposition of applicants who are no longer being considered.
9. Proactively source candidates through job boards, LinkedIn, professional networks, referrals, schools, community partnerships, and other effective recruiting channels.
10. Develop and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for recurring, hard-to-fill, and anticipated staffing needs.
11. Identify innovative and cost-effective ways to attract talent in a competitive labor market.
12. Promote GES as an employer of choice by communicating the company's culture, values, career opportunities, and commitment to employee development.
13. Build relationships with potential candidates, including those who may be a fit for future opportunities.
14. Support internal recruiting and career mobility efforts in accordance with company policies.
15. Upholds the Core Values of Gordon Electric Supply.
16. Remain current on all required training as mandated by Gordon Electric Supply.
17. Perform other jobs and work-related responsibilities, tasks, and projects as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
Job Competencies
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, diplomacy, and most importantly, without judgment or bias.
• Works well under pressure and meets tight deadlines as necessary.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn human resource information systems (HRIS), and similar computer applications.
Education, Experience, Credentials
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
• Three or more years of full-cycle recruiting or talent acquisition experience preferred.
• Experience recruiting for multiple departments, job levels, or locations is desirable.
• Experience in distribution, manufacturing, sales, operations, transportation, or other business-to-business environments is a plus.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems, job boards, LinkedIn, and other recruiting technologies.
• Valid driver’s license to include a clean driving record is required.