Talent Acquisition Manager

Brief Description

THE ROLE: TALENT ACQUISTION MANAGER (NY)

The Talent Acquisition Manager will report to The Director of People & Talent Acquisition.

This role will be responsible for developing, managing, and overseeing talent acquisition duties to attract and retain high-quality employees. This role requires a proactive and tactical thinker who can manage the full recruitment lifecycle, partner with hiring managers, and drive employer branding initiatives. The Talent Acquisition Manager will also be responsible for developing and administering training for best practice in recruitment and interviewing for all hiring managers.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage talent acquisition strategies and processes that align with organizational goals.
• Stay up to date on labor market trends and adapt strategies to meet changing needs.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including job postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and hiring.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop job descriptions.
• Continuous outreach and sourcing methods for hiring such as, including job boards, social media, career fairs, and employee referrals, to attract top talent.
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for current and future hiring needs.
• Enhance awareness and promote Levain employer brand to attract high-quality candidates.
• Develop and manage relationships with external partners, including local communities, employment partnerships, and professional organizations.
• Develop and train all hiring managers in best practices for recruitment.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Provide timely feedback and communication to candidates and hiring managers.
• Track and analyze recruitment metrics to measure effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Coordinate talent planning with Director of People & Talent.
• Prepare regular reports on recruitment activities, hiring progress, and market trends.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the team.
• Ensure recruitment practices comply with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date recruitment records.
• Share information and collaborate with team members on talent planning and development initiatives.
  
  

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Talent Acquisition Manager or similar role.
• 4 - 6 years of talent acquisition or recruitment experience for retail/hospitality/food companies; prior sourcing and outreach experience strongly preferred
• Prior experience with a company in growth mode strongly preferred.
• Superior knowledge of employment legislation, regulations, etc.
• Superb organizational and communication skills; high emotional intelligence and integrity are vital.
• Experience in driving recruitment initiatives such as diversity and inclusion, employment partnership outreach, employer branding, and fair and engaging interview practices.
• Strong understanding of full-cycle recruitment processes and best practices.
• Proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HR databases, UKG or related HRIS preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Bilingual English and Spanish: both verbal and written communication preferred.
• Competency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel
• Excellent relationship management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Resilient, self-motivated, and able to work well under pressure.
• Adaptability and flexibility – you recognize that in the food industry, anything can – and will – happen and you’re able to calmly troubleshoot issues.
• Passion for what you do – you enjoy the process of creating something from start to finish and are motivated to continuously hone your craft and technique.
• Collaborative spirit and commitment to Levain’s core values – you’re a team player and willing to lend a hand or elevate those around you.
  
  

Compensation:

• $80,000 - $95,000 plus 15% annual bonus potential
  
  

Benefits:

• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
• Employer-funded Healthcare Reimbursement Account
• Additional supplemental benefits: Commuter/Bike-Share Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, 14 Weeks Fully Paid Parental Leave, etc.
• Annual Bonus Potential
• Four Weeks of Paid Time Off
• 401K with 3.5% Company Match
• Opportunity for growth and career development
  
  

About Us:

Competitive triathletes and passionate bakers, Pam Weekes and Connie McDonald left their careers to open a small bread shop in New York City in 1995 — Levain Bakery.

One day, they baked a BIG chocolate chip walnut cookie as energy for triathlon training. At Levain, a batch of these 6-ounce cookies flew off the shelves, and an icon was born. The cozy shop on West 74th Street became a neighborhood favorite and a destination for epicurious visitors from around the world, hungry for “the cookie.”

From the start, Pam, Connie and team baked everything fresh on-site each day, donating the day’s leftovers to charity — and we still do, nearly 30 years later. Today, Levain has bakeries across the country (with more to come!), plus ecommerce gift boxes to treat cookie lovers in every state.

Every day, we strive to embody our company’s five core values:

• Welcome All- we are all in it together
• Work Hard and Be Nice- we go above and beyond
• Lead with Heart- we do the right thing
• Rise Up- we are proactive
• Savor It- we are present and find the fun!