Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Global Power Components is seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead the full-cycle recruitment for office and professional roles across multiple functions. This onsite position in Milwaukee, WI focuses on building proactive talent pipelines, delivering a professional candidate experience from first contact through onboarding, and partnering closely with hiring managers to align staffing with business needs.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement sourcing plans for professional, technical, and leadership roles across Sales, Engineering, HR, Finance/Accounting, Supply Chain, Operations, Security, Safety, IT, Quality, Training, and Leadership.
• Build and sustain talent pipelines through proactive sourcing, networking, professional associations, industry groups, and online channels such as LinkedIn, job boards, and ATS databases.
• Collaborate with colleges, universities, and professional/industry organizations to develop pipelines for entry-level and experienced talent.
• Stay informed about labor market trends, salary benchmarks, and competitor hiring practices for office and professional roles.
• Manage full-cycle recruiting for office and professional positions, including job posting development, sourcing, screening, interview coordination, assessments, reference checks, and offer negotiation.
• Partner with hiring managers and department leaders across all functions to understand staffing needs, role requirements, and team dynamics.
• Lead recruiting efforts for senior-level, specialized, and leadership roles with discretion, confidentiality, and consultative guidance.
• Guide hiring managers through interview best practices, structured interviewing, and informed selection decisions.
• Ensure timely, professional communication and a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
• Manage requisitions, candidate records, and recruiting workflows within the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Ensure compliance with company policies, employment laws, and EEO/affirmative action requirements throughout the recruiting process.
• Partner with HR and onboarding teams to ensure a smooth transition from offer to first day, including coordination of onboarding events and orientation for new professional hires.
• Assist with special HR projects, workforce planning initiatives, and organizational staffing strategy as needed.

Requirements

• 4+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience focused on professional, technical, or corporate roles; manufacturing or industrial industry experience is a strong plus.
• Proven experience recruiting across multiple functional areas (e.g., Sales, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, Operations, Safety, IT, Quality, Training, or Leadership).
• Strong consultative skills with the ability to build trusted relationships with hiring managers and executives.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and negotiation abilities.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems; Workday or other HRIS platforms and sourcing tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter are preferred.
• Knowledge of employment laws, EEO compliance, and recruiting best practices.
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred, or equivalent professional experience.

Technologies

• LinkedIn Recruiter
• Workday