Entry Level Corporate Recruiter

We are a growing company seeking dedicated, adaptable individuals, to join Grimco. Grimco is a national wholesale sign supply manufacturer and distributor that has been around for over 145 years with 50 locations in the United States, 8 in Canada, and a recent expansion into the United Kingdom. At Grimco, we would be nothing without the success of our procurement team. The Procurement Analyst will primarily focus on purchasing, sourcing, and commodity management. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills necessary to build and streamline the procurement process.

What makes Grimco Special?

• We’re excited to be in business for over 100 years! We are a growing company that continues to evolve in our industry.
• We promote from within – our strong performers become our strong leaders.
• We have fantastic teams throughout North America and are proud of our reputation of being the most informed and educated supplier in the industry.
• Our executives and managers are extremely accessible and work on the front lines of our business!

What Does a Corporate Recruiter Do?

Corporate Recruiters are that main point of contact - when an applicant or candidate thinks GRIMCO, they think of their Corporate Recruiter. This is an all-encompassing national recruitment team that serves our 50 locations nationwide - everything from Job postings and Job description creation, Resume searching and outreach to potential applicants to Interviews and Scheduling, Offers and Pre-Employment Screenings, Onboarding and Training. As our national recruitment effort is based at our Corporate Headquarters, 75-85% of our business is conducted over the phone. Primary focus is sourcing and developing the highest quality employees to grow our business coast to coast.

Responsibilities:

• Search resume databases internally and via online job boards
• Contact individuals via email and cold-calls (approximately 20 daily).
• Review all application submittals via applicant tracking system (approximately 25-100 daily).
• Contact candidates to schedule initial phone interview; conduct initial 30 minute phone interviews for all positions nationwide (approximately 2-10 daily).
• Perform candidate follow up and scheduling for interviews with Hiring Managers nationwide.
• Create and present verbal and formal written offers for employment.
• Conduct pre-employment screenings, storing confidential information.
• Create and ship New Hire Welcome Kits for all new hires to prepare to start work; this includes the gathering and processing of new hire paperwork.
• Communicate with internal departments and managers to prepare for employee start date and training.
• Post open positions on company website as well as on job boards and social media sites.
• Share open positions with universities nationwide on Career Sites, while growing brand recognition with Career Services Departments and Professors, Campus Organizations, etc. Attend Career Fairs and other on-campus events.
• Assist with miscellaneous projects & duties to support corporate team members.

Requirements:

• Previous Recruiting, Sales/Marketing, or Human Resources experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Completed Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college/university (final semester applicants welcome).
• Confidence & positive attitude a MUST! Goal-Oriented & competitive in recruiting activities.
• Superior interpersonal skills—able to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Work hard & smart—never satisfied with the status quo. Possess high expectations of what can be accomplished by self & team.
• Ability to take direction & to make independent decisions in a fast-paced environment; demonstrate strong sense of urgency & true commitment to candidates and hiring managers.
• Sit & stand for extended periods: squat, bend, kneel, and lift 5-50lbs.
• Drive personal vehicle (mileage reimbursement available) to university events - must have current registration & valid license.
• Travel for university events, training, etc.: 5-10% of time.

Strong Preference for:

• Bachelor’s Degree Major/Concentration in an area of Human Resources, Marketing, Communications, or Psychology.
• Cold-Calling experience.
• Career Fair and/or university recruiting experience.

Interested in hearing more? Check out our website https://connect.grimco.com/careers to learn where we came from, where we are today and where we are going tomorrow.

Immediate opening. Full-Time Employment Status. Eligible for employee Benefits Package Including: Base Salary, Health, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Paid Holidays, Vacation Accrual & 401K with Profit Sharing. Company Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability. Supplemental Whole Life, Voluntary, Accident, Critical Illness insurance.

By completing this online application for employment, you certify that the information on this application is true and complete to the best of your knowledge. You understand that any misrepresentation or omission of fact in response to any inquiry made in this application may result in rejection of application or, if hired, dismissal whenever it is discovered. You authorize and release all parties from any liability or damage that may result from seeking, furnishing or using such information. You understand and agree that, if hired, your employment is for no definite period and may, regardless of the date of payment of compensation, be terminated by Grimco, Inc. at any time, for any or no reason, with or without notice. You understand that no representation to the contrary is valid unless in writing, setting a definite term of employment, and signed by the company's CEO. You further understand and agree that any job offer is contingent upon your passing, to the company's satisfaction, criminal background check and other possible screenings. You understand that this application is active for 90 days only, and if you do not hear from the company but still wish to be considered for employment after 90 days, you will need to fill out a new application.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• No experience needed

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• St. Louis, MO 63127: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Recruiting: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location