Talent Acquisition Manager

We are seeking a forward-thinking Talent Acquisition Manager to lead a strategic and innovative recruitment function supporting business growth across multiple facilities. Reporting to the Senior Director of Human Resources, this role will oversee full-cycle recruitment, build talent strategies, and partner with organizational leaders to attract and hire exceptional talent. This position supervises two Talent Acquisition Specialists, both providing support across Canadian and U.S. operations.Key Responsibilities:Talent Acquisition Strategy & LeadershipDevelop and execute a multi-year talent acquisition strategy aligned with business objectives.Transform recruitment processes to be proactive, data-driven, and future-focused.Advise and partner with leaders on talent planning, market intelligence, and organizational effectiveness.Lead and mentor a small TA team, coordinating external resources as needed.Full-Cycle Recruitment OversightOversee recruitment for manufacturing, skilled trades, technical specialists, and corporate functions across Canada and the U.S.Optimize time-to-hire, quality-of-hire, and candidate experience through modern recruitment tools and methodologies.Conduct sourcing and headhunting for critical and niche roles.Ensure hiring processes remain compliant with employment regulations in all applicable jurisdictions.Workforce Planning & Talent PipelinesCollaborate with HR and Operations to forecast workforce needs and shifts.Establish proactive pipeline programs for hard-to-fill roles including skilled trades, engineering, automation, and leadership positions.Forge partnerships with universities, colleges, trade programs, and community organizations to expand early-career and diverse talent pools.Employer Brand & Candidate ExperienceDrive employer brand initiatives to showcase company culture and values.Enhance candidate experience throughout the hiring process.Manage recruitment marketing, social media, and local outreach efforts.TA Technology, Reporting & OptimizationImplement or improve ATS and recruitment technology for increased efficiency and analytics.Develop recruitment dashboards, key metrics, and reporting for leadership.Continuously assess and refine TA processes for scalability and alignment with business needs.Partnership & CollaborationWork closely with HR Business Partners, Operations, Training & Development, and Communications.Serve as a culture ambassador and champion of company values.Apply today and build your career with Robert Half Be part of a team that is committed to safety, innovation, and high performance.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field preferred.CHRP, CHRL certification is an asset 7+ years of progressive Talent Acquisition experience, ideally within manufacturing, distribution, or high-volume environments.2+ years of experience leading teams or direct reports.Strong understanding of Canadian and U.S. employment markets; cross-jurisdictional hiring experience an asset.Track record of building or transforming talent acquisition functions.Skilled in direct sourcing, passive talent engagement, and recruitment marketing.Proficient in Dayforce, HRIS, ATS platforms and recruitment analytics.Excellent communicator with advanced relationship-building and influencing capabilities.Ability to travel between Canadian and U.S. sites as required.Key Competencies:Strategic Mindset: Aligns talent strategy with long-term business priorities.Relationship Leadership: Builds trust and credibility with leaders, teams, and candidates.Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Adopts modern approaches and challenges conventional methods.Data-Driven Decision-Making: Utilizes analytics to inform strategy and drive outcomes.Operational Excellence: Designs efficient, scalable hiring processes.Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.This job posting is for a current vacancy with our client.Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.4154. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.Only job postings for jobs located in Quebec appear in French.© 2025 Robert Half. By clicking "Apply," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use.