Human Resources

Retail and E-commerce Recruiter

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About Vintti

At Vintti, we specialize in providing US businesses with staffing solutions that feel local. By connecting companies with Latin American professionals operating in compatible time zones, we ensure that work schedules align naturally with US business hours. This temporal harmony facilitates immediate response times, efficient project management, and a cohesive team dynamic regardless of physical location.

Description

A Retail and E-commerce Recruiter is responsible for sourcing, attracting, and hiring top talent for retail and online commerce businesses. This role involves collaborating with hiring managers to identify staffing needs, creating and posting job advertisements, and utilizing various recruitment channels to find suitable candidates. The recruiter screens resumes, conducts interviews, and negotiates job offers, ensuring a smooth hiring process. They also stay updated on industry trends and employment laws to strategically seek out candidates who will thrive in the fast-paced retail and e-commerce environments.

Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Proven experience as a recruiter, preferably in retail or e-commerce sectors.
- Strong understanding of recruitment processes and best practices.
- Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruiting software.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to assess candidate qualifications and fit for specific roles.
- Familiarity with job boards, social media platforms, and other recruiting sources.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.
- Keen attention to detail.
- Ability to work collaboratively with hiring managers and HR teams.
- Knowledge of employment law and hiring regulations.
- Experience in conducting reference checks and background verifications.
- Ability to develop and implement effective recruitment strategies.
- Strong analytical skills to track and interpret recruitment metrics.
- Willingness to attend industry events, networking opportunities, and career fairs.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
- Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsabilities

- Source and identify potential candidates through various channels including job boards, social media, and industry-specific networks.
- Conduct initial screening interviews to assess candidates' qualifications and fit for the role.
- Collaborate with hiring managers to understand specific job requirements and desired candidate profiles.
- Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
- Maintain and update the applicant tracking system with candidate information and recruitment progress.
- Develop and post job advertisements on relevant platforms to attract qualified candidates.
- Evaluate applicants' resumes and profiles for alignment with job criteria.
- Negotiate salary offers and employment conditions with candidates.
- Provide a positive candidate experience by maintaining regular communication throughout the recruitment process.
- Track and analyze recruitment metrics to inform hiring strategies and improve processes.
- Offer guidance and support to candidates throughout the hiring process, from initial contact to onboarding.
- Conduct reference checks and background verifications on selected candidates.
- Attend industry events, career fairs, and networking opportunities to build a strong candidate pipeline.
- Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and competitor hiring practices.
- Collaborate with HR and other departments to ensure a seamless hiring process.
- Prepare and present regular recruitment reports to senior management.
- Provide feedback to candidates who were not selected for positions.
- Develop and implement innovative recruitment strategies to attract top talent.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for the Retail and E-commerce Recruiter role is a highly motivated and self-driven individual with a bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, and substantial recruiting experience within the retail or e-commerce sectors. They possess exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, allowing them to build and maintain strong relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and HR teams. This individual demonstrates a strong analytical mindset, adept at tracking and interpreting recruitment metrics to inform hiring strategies and improve processes. They are a proactive and resourceful problem-solver with a keen attention to detail and accuracy. The ideal candidate can seamlessly handle multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and adapt quickly to changing priorities, showcasing strong organizational and multitasking abilities. They exhibit a high level of integrity and professionalism, maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information with discretion. Their empathetic and understanding demeanor, coupled with a collaborative team player attitude, ensures a positive candidate experience from initial contact through onboarding. Furthermore, their creative thinking and innovative approaches to recruitment set them apart, making them a valuable asset in attracting top talent. The ideal candidate is results-oriented, goal-focused, and exhibits a strong work ethic and reliability, ensuring that recruitment processes are efficient and effective.

On a typical day, you will...

- Source and identify potential candidates through various channels including job boards, social media, and industry-specific networks.
- Conduct initial screening interviews to assess candidates' qualifications and fit for the role.
- Collaborate with hiring managers to understand specific job requirements and desired candidate profiles.
- Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
- Maintain and update the applicant tracking system with candidate information and recruitment progress.
- Develop and post job advertisements on relevant platforms to attract qualified candidates.
- Evaluate applicants' resumes and profiles for alignment with job criteria.
- Negotiate salary offers and employment conditions with candidates.
- Provide a positive candidate experience by maintaining regular communication throughout the recruitment process.
- Track and analyze recruitment metrics to inform hiring strategies and improve processes.
- Offer guidance and support to candidates throughout the hiring process, from initial contact to onboarding.
- Conduct reference checks and background verifications on selected candidates.
- Attend industry events, career fairs, and networking opportunities to build a strong candidate pipeline.
- Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and competitor hiring practices.
- Collaborate with HR and other departments to ensure a seamless hiring process.
- Prepare and present regular recruitment reports to senior management.
- Provide feedback to candidates who were not selected for positions.
- Develop and implement innovative recruitment strategies to attract top talent.

What we are looking for

- Highly motivated and self-driven
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong analytical mindset
- Ability to build and maintain relationships
- Proactive and resourceful problem-solver
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Results-oriented and goal-focused
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities
- High level of integrity and professionalism
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Empathetic and understanding demeanor
- Collaborative team player
- Creative thinker with innovative approaches
- High level of discretion and confidentiality
- Strong work ethic and reliability

What you can expect (benefits)

- Competitive salary range
- Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Flexible work hours
- Remote work opportunities
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Professional development and training programs
- Career advancement opportunities
- Employee discount programs
- Wellness programs and gym membership discounts
- Parental leave and family care support
- Employee recognition and reward programs
- Stock options or equity participation
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Commuter benefits and transportation subsidies
- Tuition reimbursement programs
- Access to company-sponsored events and outings
- Collaborative and inclusive company culture
- Access to mentoring and coaching programs

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