Talent Acquisition Manager

Position Title: Talent Acquisition Manager

Location: Austin, TX (Onsite)

Full Time – Direct Hire

Reports to: VP of People (Jamie Agrelius)

Who Are We?

Powered by technology and compassionate design, Parachute has reimagined the plasma donation experience into one that is easier and friendlier. Using a simple app, our members can book donations and track earnings from the palm of their hand. In using a tech-forward approach, we’re able to offer each member a highly personable and best-in-class experience that’s consistent at each and every visit.

Our vision is to introduce an elevated plasma donation experience grounded in convenience to markets with smaller populations. This model allows us to positively impact the industry supply chain and help patients gain access to the medication they need.

Come join us as we help the world gain access to more plasma - one donation at a time.

Purpose:

The Manager, Talent Acquisition, is responsible for leading the talent acquisition strategies and initiatives to attract, engage, and retrain top-tier talent across all levels of the organization. Leveraging extensive experience in recruitment and people management, this role will develop and execute innovative sourcing strategies, build a continuous candidate pipeline, and ensure a seamless recruitment process from pre-boarding to hire. This role reports to the Vice President, People.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead recruitment efforts focused on all business functions, including new center development.
• Oversee the workflow of the department, including specialists, and coordinators.
• Work with the appropriate teams to continuously refine core competency screening models and behavioral-based interviewing practices.
• Identify and coordinate career fairs for new center openings, participate as needed.
• Review and update job descriptions, job families and recommend compensation strategies to align with the evolving needs of the organization.
• Develop and implement talent retention strategies to reduce turnover.
• Analyze talent management metrics to inform strategic decision making.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team to achieve results.
• Collaborate with the People Team and business leaders to forecast future talent needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Deep knowledge of talent sourcing and recruiting methodologies in pharmaceutical, biopharma, plasma, or related industry.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in applicant tracking systems (ATS), recruitment marketing platforms, and other relevant HR technologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to listen and adapt messages.
• Flexibility and ability to pivot to new assignments and desire to work in fast-paced environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition, with a focus on full-cycle recruiting and people management.
• Demonstrated track record of success in developing and executing effective talent acquisition strategies in a fast-paced start-up environment.