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Principal Executive Recruiter – Engineering & Manufacturing (Full Desk)
Make an Impact While Supporting Our Valued Clients!
BlueSky Resource Solutions is seeking a Principal Executive Recruiter – Engineering & Manufacturing (Full Desk) to make an impact and support our valued clients as we continue to expand our national footprint.
About BlueSky
BlueSky Resource Solutions is a national workforce solutions firm specializing in connecting growing organizations with exceptional talent. Since 2013, we've built our reputation through a consultative, relationship-driven approach that delivers a better search partner experience.
As we expand our Engineering & Manufacturing practice, we're seeking a proven producer to help build and grow this business nationwide.
Position Summary
BlueSky is seeking a Principal Executive Recruiter – Engineering & Manufacturing to lead full-desk recruiting efforts within our growing practice. This individual will be responsible for driving new client relationships while delivering exceptional candidates across a variety of engagements.
This is an opportunity for an entrepreneurial recruiter who thrives on building relationships, winning new business, and creating long-term partnerships. The ideal candidate has a hunter mentality, a strong network within the engineering and manufacturing sectors, and a track record of generating revenue through both sales and recruiting excellence.
What You'll Do
Business Development & Client Management
- Develop and execute a strategic plan to grow BlueSky's Engineering & Manufacturing practice.
- Identify, prospect, and secure client partnerships through proactive outreach and relationship building.
- Conduct discovery meetings to understand clients' hiring initiatives, operational challenges, and workforce needs.
- Build trusted advisor relationships with hiring managers, operations leaders, HR teams, and executive stakeholders.
- Partner with existing BlueSky clients to expand service offerings and uncover new opportunities.
- Maintain an active sales pipeline and consistently achieve business development goals.
Full-Cycle Recruiting & Industry Expertise
- Manage the entire recruiting lifecycle from intake through placement.
- Source, recruit, and evaluate top engineering and manufacturing professionals for contract and permanent opportunities.
- Conduct candidate interviews to assess technical qualifications, career goals, and overall fit.
- Coordinate interviews, prepare candidates, manage feedback, and negotiate offers.
- Deliver an exceptional candidate experience while maintaining consistent communication throughout the hiring process.
- Develop expertise in manufacturing and engineering hiring trends, compensation benchmarks, and talent availability.
- Share market intelligence with clients and internal leadership.
- Help establish BlueSky as a recognized workforce partner within the manufacturing sector.
Qualifications
Required
- 5 years of experience in a full-desk staffing role, combining business development and recruiting responsibilities.
- Proven success generating new business and growing client relationships.
- Experience recruiting engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain professionals.
- Demonstrated ability to develop business through prospecting and networking.
- Strong negotiation, presentation, and relationship management skills.
Preferred
- Existing network within manufacturing and engineering organizations.
- Experience supporting industries such as industrial manufacturing, food and beverage, aerospace, automotive, life sciences, medical devices, consumer products, or advanced manufacturing.
- Experience selling staffing solutions including contract, contract-to-hire, direct hire, and project-based engagements.
Why BlueSky?
- Opportunity to help build and shape a high-growth practice.
- Access to existing client relationships and delivery support.
- Highly competitive compensation package.
- Career advancement opportunities tied directly to performance.
- Collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on long-term success.
- We offer a two-day in-office hybrid schedule.
Atlanta, GA (Sandy Springs office) is preferred; however, candidates in Denver and Dallas will also be considered.
Ready to Build Something Bigger?
If you're a proven full-desk producer looking for the opportunity to create, grow, and make a meaningful impact, we'd love to connect. Join BlueSky and help shape the future of our Engineering & Manufacturing practice.
BlueSky Resource Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.