Talent Acquisition Manager (3459)

Kentucky Fried Chicken - Plano, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Plano, TX

10,001+ employees

Food Services and Drinking Places

About the position

The Talent Acquisition Manager is responsible for developing and leading the talent acquisition strategy at KFC, overseeing the recruitment team to attract top-tier talent. This role involves creating recruiting plans, managing recruitment metrics, collaborating with department heads, and continuously improving the hiring process. The manager acts as a player-coach, focusing on both tactical and strategic recruiting elements, from sourcing talent to onboarding, while promoting employment branding and innovative recruiting approaches.

Responsibilities

• Develop Recruitment Strategies: Design and implement recruitment strategies that align with KFC's goals and objectives, including employer branding, talent pipelines, and proactive recruitment efforts.
• Lead the Recruitment Team: Manage, coach, and mentor the talent acquisition team to ensure effective execution of recruiting processes and fulfillment of hiring needs.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with department heads and hiring managers to identify talent needs and create hiring plans that meet business objectives.
• Sourcing and Recruitment: Oversee sourcing efforts, develop talent pipelines, and use innovative techniques to attract top candidates across multiple channels.
• Interview and Selection Process: Ensure an efficient and positive interview and selection process by implementing best practices and maintaining quality candidate experiences.
• Applicant Tracking System (ATS) Management: Maintain and optimize the use of ATS and other recruitment tools to track applicants and measure recruitment success.
• Recruitment Metrics & Reporting: Monitor and report on key talent acquisition metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Employer Branding: Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and maintain the company's employer brand.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Promote diversity in recruitment practices by ensuring a fair and inclusive process.
• Budget Management: Manage the recruitment budget, including job posting fees and recruitment events.
• Onboarding: Work closely with the HR team to ensure new hires have a seamless onboarding experience.
• Vendor Relationships: Manage relationships with recruitment agencies and negotiate contracts.
• Compliance: Ensure recruiting practices comply with labor laws and internal policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in recruitment or talent acquisition, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Proven track record of building successful talent acquisition strategies and leading high-performing recruitment teams.
• Strong knowledge of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), recruitment tools, and HR databases.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• In-depth knowledge of labor laws, recruitment compliance, and industry best practices.
• Ability to think strategically and execute operationally to meet the organization's talent needs.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree or HR certification (SHRM, PHR) is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to innovate within a global brand and make a significant impact.
• Collaborative, fast-paced work environment with a focus on professional growth and development.