FedEx - North Arlington, NJ
posted 3 months ago
The Talent Acquisition Specialist at FedEx Freight is responsible for building and maintaining talent pipelines through a diverse sourcing strategy. This role involves utilizing a variety of online and offline sources, including social media, networking, referrals, job boards, and data mining techniques, to identify and attract highly qualified candidates. The specialist will engage both active and passive candidates through targeted recruitment campaigns across various career and social media platforms. A key aspect of this position is establishing and maintaining strong relationships with hiring managers to understand their business needs and job requirements, thereby developing effective sourcing strategies. In addition to sourcing candidates, the Talent Acquisition Specialist will conduct analyses related to recruitment, advising hiring managers on the most effective advertising methods, costs, and resources. The role also includes managing advertising efforts to ensure cost-effectiveness while reaching a broad audience. The specialist will organize and participate in job fairs, assessing potential contacts to identify qualified and diverse candidates for open positions. Leading recruitment projects aimed at attracting a diverse pool of candidates is also a significant responsibility. The specialist will educate managers on recruitment-related concepts and processes through ongoing training and individual interactions. They will provide guidance and coaching to temporary employment representatives and facilitate the assessment and selection process, which may include pre-screening applicants and conducting interviews. Continuous improvement of recruitment processes and compliance with all applicable laws and company policies is essential. The role may also involve performing other duties as required, ensuring that all recruiting activities align with company policies and legal regulations.