Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition

Company: Primient
Location: Schaumburg
Posted on: March 4, 2025

Job Description:

Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition - PrimientAbout PrimientPrimient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. Were investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, were focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate.Senior Manager, Talent AcquisitionRole PurposeWe are looking for a visionary and dynamic Senior Talent Acquisition Manager to transform our end-to-end Talent Acquisition strategy at Primient.In this senior role, you will drive the full lifecycle of talent acquisition, pioneering strategies to attract, develop, and retain top talent aligned with our business goals. You will develop a high performing TA team while redefining talent acquisition practices, creating impactful hiring initiatives, and building a strong, diverse pipeline of candidates to support Primients growth and success.This role will be instrumental in enhancing our talent strategies with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) and supporting initiatives that not only attract but retain our talent for the long term.While this position will support talent acquisition globally, initial priority will be strongly focused on supporting growth across our manufacturing sites with roles ranging from process operations through engineering and plant management.We are on a mission to embed progressive, inclusive hiring practices that bring forward-thinking approaches to talent acquisition and allow Primient to set the industry standard. As a member of our human resources leadership team, you will work alongside senior and functional leaders to drive the strategy that ensures our teams remain our greatest asset.Key ResponsibilitiesAs Senior Talent Acquisition Manager, you will collaborate closely with senior leaders, HR team members, and cross-functional partners to design, lead, and embed impactful strategic initiatives: Recruit Talent: Agile coordination of the Talent Acquisition Team to successfully support recruitment for early talent, experienced, and executive level applicants. Build and maintain a robust talent pool for future hiring needs, ensuring a continuous flow of qualified candidates. Lead Global Talent Acquisition Strategy: Develop and implement a forward-thinking Talent Acquisition roadmap that aligns with business growth objectives, focusing on scalability, market competitiveness, and Primients vision for inclusivity. Champion Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Shape and lead a DE&I-focused hiring strategy that ensures equity across the candidate lifecycle, from sourcing and interviewing to onboarding. Partner with DE&I Leads and Employee Resource Groups to refine processes for equitable and inclusive hiring and retention. Foster Strategic Partnerships: Build strong relationships with executives, HR leadership, and other stakeholders, including Regional HR Business Partners, to co-create and support recruiting strategies that address evolving talent needs. Drive Innovation in Talent Practices: Design data-driven recruitment strategies that leverage talent analytics to guide decision-making, optimize recruitment efficiency, and ensure alignment with business priorities. Cultivate External Partnerships and Programs: Develop and manage university partnerships, fellowship programs, and talent communities that expand access to underrepresented talent and strengthen our employer brand. Elevate Employer Brand: Collaborate with Communications and DE&I teams to enhance our employer branding efforts, reinforcing Primients position as an employer of choice in the marketplace. Streamline Recruitment Processes: Introduce standardized, efficient, and inclusive interview frameworks and candidate evaluation processes that deliver a consistently positive experience and drive best-in-class hiring practices. Oversee Talent Acquisition Training, Metrics and Reporting: Establish training, metrics and KPIs to ensure and measure TA effectiveness, support workforce planning, and inform strategic adjustments.Qualifications & Requirements Experience: Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition or similar HR functions, with at least 5 years in a senior or leadership role. Expertise in DE&I Recruitment: Proven record of implementing DE&I initiatives within the talent acquisition process, driving measurable improvements in representation and inclusion. Global Mindset: Demonstrated ability to work across cultures with local teams and create globally scalable solutions with regional relevance. Technologically Proficient: Advanced proficiency in ATS, HRIS, and Recruitment Marketing tools, alongside a strong grasp of data analytics and reporting. Strong Business Acumen: Deep understanding of how talent acquisition impacts business performance, with experience in recruitment for Manufacturing and 24 x 7 shift work required. Leadership Skills: Strategic thinker with the ability to lead through influence, adapt to dynamic environments, and manage complex projects independently. Agility & Change Resilience: Comfort with ambiguity and evolving priorities; adaptable with a high degree of flexibility and resilience. Language Skills: Fluent in English; proficiency in Portuguese or other languages is a plus.What You will Bring A proven track record of delivering TA strategy at the highest levels with the ability to think creatively and take calculated risks. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate data insights into actionable strategies. Exceptional communication skills, capable of engaging and influencing executive-level stakeholders. Curiosity and a commitment to continuous improvement, staying abreast of industry trends and innovations.LocationThis role is open to candidates across our global office locations, with 3 days in office 2 days remote work schedule. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with travel to other locations occasionally.Total RewardsThe annual pay range estimated for this position is $137,192.00 - $154,341.00 and is bonus eligible.Please note that while this range reflects the full spectrum of compensation available for this role, individual compensation will be determined based on several factors including your experience, skills, and alignment with the role's responsibilities. During the interview process there will be an opportunity to discuss how your background fits into the pay range.We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• Competitive Pay
• Multiple Healthcare plan choices
• Dental and vision insurance
• A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans
• Paid holidays & vacation
• Floating days off
• Parental leave for new parents
• Employee resource groups
• Learning & development programs
• Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our futureCareer Path & CulturePrimient is committed to a workplace that is all in ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning. Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm.Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & BelongingWe are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow,Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA")The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.Required
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