Company Description

Company Description

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2023, Continental generated preliminary sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets.

With its premium portfolio in the car, truck, bus, two-wheel and specialty tire segment, the Tires group sector stands for innovative solutions in tire technology. Intelligent products and services related to tires and the promotion of sustainability complete the product portfolio. For specialist dealers and fleet management, Tires offers digital tire monitoring and tire management systems, in addition to other services, with the aim of keeping fleets mobile and increasing their efficiency. With its tires, Continental makes a significant contribution to safe, efficient and environmentally friendly mobility. 

Job Description

THE COMPANY

Continental Tire has been around for 150 years, we’ve been changing the way the world moves while making it more safe, smart, sustainable and accessible to all. Our Mount Vernon, IL location is seeking a Sr Talent Acquisition Specialist. The ideal candidate has excellent communication skills, is dependable and accountable.
Are you ready to shape the future with us?

THE POSITION

Sr Talent Acquisition Specialist

The Sr Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for Continental’s internal and external recruiting initiatives. Primary responsibilities include being an active supporter of the development and implementation of cost-effective recruiting processes and strategies. Providing assistance in the creation and implementation of Affirmative Action Plans, College Recruitment and Internship program.

1. Works with hiring manager to document requirements of job openings as required opening requisition(s).
2.  Determines appropriate recruiting sources for advertising and posting positions.
3. Promotes the company image to candidates and external service providers.
4. Attend career fairs.
5. Sources candidates and develops networks of people and processes to support a strong pipeline of qualified candidates.
6. Pre-screens resumes and evaluates effectiveness of electronic candidate evaluation tools.
7. Documents candidate evaluation and interview process.
8. Negotiates and/or supports hiring manager in developing new hire compensation package/offers.
9. May conduct employment background checks.
10. Works with agencies, recruiting contractors and/or internet website representatives in the course of conducting employment advertising campaigns.
11. May provide performance feedback on all recruiting agencies/sources.
12. Specialize in technical recruiting and/or highly specialized executive searches.
13. This position will also have the following responsibility: Project Management, Group Leadership and involvement with Senior Management.

NOTE: May not be inclusive of all work required and may be updated as needed

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY

* Immediate Benefits

* Paid Time Off

* Tuition & Employee Discounts

* Annual Bonus

* Employer 401(k) Match

* And more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

Relevant Bachelors Degree

5 years of related experience
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Continental is not able to offer visa support
Preferred Qualifications: 

Masters Degree

7 years of releated experience

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

EEO-Statement:

EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to [email protected] or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.

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