Talent Acquisition Business Partner (HYBRID)

McCormick Canada continues its long track record of growth and is a respected leader in the spice, seasoning, flavouring and specialty food industry.  Our consumer products division serves retail grocery customers and emerging channels with Club House, Billy Bee and McCormick products, while our Custom Flavour Solutions division serves food service distributors and other respected food manufacturers across Canada.  McCormick Canada is part of the world leader in spice and seasonings, McCormick & Company Inc.

The Power of People is one of our five pillars.  It has been the foundation for McCormick's success for decades.  There is something inspiring about working at McCormick.  We have created an unusually dedicated workforce by fostering a culture of respect, recognition, inclusion and collaboration based on the highest ethical values.  Without our employees, our success is not possible.  Our commitment to our customers, our consumers and our employees is unsurpassed. 

Description of Role

This role plays a key part in bringing top talent to the organization. The Talent Acquisition Partner is responsible for full lifecycle recruiting of hourly/manufacturing/production/distribution candidates from sourcing candidates through various channels until the candidate is hired, be able to develop recruiting strategies, build and nurture relationships with Hiring Managers, HR, and potential hires, ensuring a great candidate experience and create talent pipelines for current and future talent needs. This role will primarily support high volume non-exempt recruitment for several manufacturing or distribution sites within the US. This role will also support projects and incite process improvements around TA processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate direct candidates from a variety of sources including use of social media e.g. LinkedIn to significantly reduce reliance on agency/3rd party suppliers.
• Maintain and update the information in the applicant tracking system.
• Partner with hiring managers through alignment meeting to understand business requirements, agree on sourcing strategy, advise on selection/assessment techniques/criteria and next steps to support KPI’s and SLA’s.
• Realize strategies to address talent needs (short- and long-term).
• Managing risk effectively and flagging issues that may impact delivery.
• Manage relationships with stakeholders and external providers (agencies, organizations, universities, etc.) and build strong relationships with internal clients and third-party providers, using appropriate communication channels and styles.
• Participate in projects across Talent Acquisition disciplines as required and directed to support achievement of business objectives.
• Organize activities as needed (interview days, career fairs, etc.)
• Acting as subject matter expert sought for counsel, knowledge and partnership.
• Responding to queries from internal and external clients.
• Actively participating in calls and internal meetings.
• Acting as a role model for delivering excellent customer service, striving to show consistency in both communication and behavior.

Required Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in recruiting/Talent Acquisition or HR, or related fields.
• Bachelors degree (HR or Business degree preferred)
• Experience recruiting for nonexempt/hourly positions in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and customer service skills. 
• Collaborative team player. 
• Ability to manage high volume workload, competing priorities, and flexibility to adjust plans/strategies to accommodate changes within the business.
• A good networker with ability to forge strong relationships.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize projects and deliverables. 
• Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality and composure under pressure.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of full-cycle recruiting experience.
• Experience in recruitment gained through Corporate or Agency environment. 
• Experience in identifying market trends and researching information through various channels. 
• Experience in sourcing, preferably from an FMCG/CPG company; Knowledge of social media sourcing techniques. 
• Experience using ATS systems

Throughout the selection process, accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request.  Please notify H.R. if required.

WHY WORK AT MCCORMICK?

United by flavor. Driven by results.

As a McCormick employee you’ll be empowered to focus on more than your individual responsibilities. You’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself—to have a say in where the company is going and how it’s growing.

Between our passion for flavor, our 130-year history of leadership and integrity, the competitive and comprehensive benefits we offer, and our culture, which is built on respect and opportunities for growth, there are many reasons to join us at McCormick.